Minimum System Requirements - LaCie 2big USB 3.0 User Manual

LaCie 2big USB 3.0
User Manual

1.1. Minimum System Requirements

Operating System Interface Port
The latest versions USB 3.0** or USB
of Microsoft Win- 2.0
dows XP*, Windows
Vista, or Windows 7
The latest versions USB 3.0** or USB
of Mac OS 10.5.x, 2.0
or 10.6.x
*Windows XP will not recognize logical volumes greater than 2TB.
For details, see section 3.4.1. File System
**To take advantage of SuperSpeed USB 3.0 transfer rates, the
LaCie 2big USB 3.0 must be connected to a USB 3.0 port. If
your computer does not have a USB 3.0 port, you may add a
USB 3.0 PCI-Express card (desktop computer) or a USB 3.0
ExpressCard 34 (portable). LaCie offers a wide selection of pe-
ripherals, including expansion cards. Visit the LaCie web site at
www.lacie.com/accessories.
TECHNICAL NOTE:
The USB 3.0 interface may require addi-
tional drivers to operate on your computer. Please confirm that
your operating system supports USB 3.0 and, if necessary, down-
load the necessary drivers.
TECHNICAL NOTE: The LaCie 2big USB 3.0 is compatible
with USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 interfaces. When attaching the 2big
USB 3.0 to a USB 2.0 port, transfer rates are limited to USB 2.0
speeds (up to 480 Mb/s).
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Disk Space
Minimum
600MB recom-
mended
Minimum
600MB recom-
mended
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