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LaCie Portable SSD User Manual Model: Click here to access an up-to-date online version of this document. You will also find the most recent content as well as expandable illustrations, easier navigation, and search capability.
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LaCie Portable SSD USB-C cable Quick start guide Minimum system requirements Ports Use the included cable to connect your LaCie device to a computer with a USB-C port. Opera ng system Go to Operating System Requirements for Seagate Hardware & Software.
You can connect your LaCie device to a USB-A port on your computer. A USB-C to USB-A cable is not included with this device. Set up Portable SSD The setup process lets you: Register Portable SSD Get the most from your drive with easy access to information and support.
Enter your information and click Register. Download Toolkit Download Click the button. Install Toolkit Using a file manager such as Finder or File Explorer, go to the folder where you receive downloads. LaCieToolkit.exe Click on the file to launch the application.
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LaCieToolkit.exe Click on the file to launch the application. LaCieToolkit.zip LaCie Toolkit Installer Open the file. Click on the to launch the application. Your computer must be connected to the internet to install and update Toolkit. ...
Use Toolkit to Set Up Backup Plans and More Toolkit provides useful tools that let you easily set up backup plans and mirror folders. Start a backup plan (Windows only) Create a plan customized for the content, storage device, and schedule of your choosing. Click here for details on setting up a backup plan.
Safely Remove Device From Your Computer Always eject a storage drive from your computer before physically disconnecting it. Your computer must perform filing and housekeeping operations on the drive before it is removed. Therefore, if you unplug the drive without using the operating system’s software, your files can become corrupt or damaged. Windows Use the Safely Remove tool to eject a device.
Op onal Forma ng and Par oning Your device is preformatted exFAT (Extended File Allocation Table) for compatibility with both Mac and Windows computers. Choosing a file system format When choosing a file system format, consider whether compatibility or performance is more important in your everyday use of the drive.
default. APFS (Apple File System) is an Apple file system optimized for solid state drives (SSDs) and flash-based storage systems, though it also works with hard disk drives (HDDs). It was first introduced with the release of macOS High Sierra (version 10.13). APFS can only be read by Macs running High Sierra or later. When choosing between Apple file systems, consider the following: Windows cannot natively read or write to APFS or HFS+ volumes.
Frequently Asked Ques ons For help setting up and using LaCie Portable SSD, review the frequently asked questions below. For additional support resources, go to LaCie customer support. All users Problem: My file transfers are too slow Q: Are both ends of the USB cable firmly attached? A: Review troubleshooting tips for cable connections below: Check both ends of the USB cable and make sure that they are fully seated in their respective ports.
Q: Did you get an error message telling you that the drive has been disconnected when coming out of sleep mode? A: Ignore this message since the drive remounts on the desktop despite the pop-up. LaCie drives conserve power by spinning down when you set your computer to sleep mode. When the computer awakes from sleep mode, the drive may not have enough time to spin up, causing the pop-up to appear.
Plus (+) icon to view the full list of devices. If you’re uncertain that your drive is listed, safely unplug it and then reconnect it. The entry that changes is your LaCie device. Q: Is your device listed next to an unusual icon? A: Windows Device Manager usually provides information about failures with peripherals.
Regulatory Compliance Product Name LaCie Portable SSD Regulatory Model Number SRD0FV0 China RoHS China RoHS 2 refers to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology Order No. 32, effective July 1, 2016, titled Management Methods for the Restriction of the Use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products.
Taiwan RoHS Taiwan RoHS refers to the Taiwan Bureau of Standards, Metrology and Inspection’s (BSMI’s) requirements in standard CNS 15663, Guidance to reduction of the restricted chemical substances in electrical and electronic equipment. Beginning on January 1, 2018, Seagate products must comply with the “Marking of presence” requirements in Section 5 of CNS 15663.
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