Cables And Connectors - LaCie 2big USB 3.0 User Manual

LaCie 2big USB 3.0
User Manual

1.4. Cables and Connectors

USB
USB is a serial input/output technology for connecting periph-
eral devices to a computer or to other peripherals, such as USB
hubs. Hi-Speed USB 2.0 is a common interface that supports high
speed devices such as hard drives, CD/DVD drives, and digital
cameras. SuperSpeed USB 3.0 offers transfer rates up to ten times
faster than its predecessor.
Included USB 3.0 Cable
Your LaCie drive is shipped with a SuperSpeed USB 3.0 cable,
to ensure maximum data transfer performance when connected
to a SuperSpeed USB 3.0 port (up to 5 Gb/s). The cable is also
backward compatible to accommodate Hi-Speed USB 2.0 ports
(up to 480 Mb/s).
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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Hi-Speed USB 3.0 Benefits
✦ Backwards compatibility: Super-Speed USB 3.0 works
with Hi-Speed USB 2.0 specifications. The transfer
rates do not exceed USB 2.0 speeds.
✦ Hot-pluggable: no need to shut down or restart your
computer when adding or removing devices.
Fig. 03 - USB 3.0 Cable
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