Data Transfers; Installing New Firmware - LaCie Hard Disk User Manual

LaCie hard disk
• DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON
User Manual

4.4. Data Transfers

A data transfer is the flow of data that accomplishes a task, usu-
ally related to moving data from storage to computer RAM or
between storage devices. During data transfers, it's best to wait
before launching other applications on the same USB 2.0 port.
Anomalies may arise with computers that have USB 2.0 control-
lers that do not conform to OHCI (Open Host Controller Inter-
face) standards. In any other configurations, we cannot ensure
100% correct operation.
If you experience hanging problems, proceed as follows:
1. Make sure that the USB cable is connected tightly and se-
curely on both ends of the cable, from the drive to the com-
puter.
2. Check that the power supply is properly connected.
3. Disconnect your computer's USB cable. Wait 30 seconds.
Reconnect.

4.5. Installing New Firmware

LaCie may periodically offer firmware updates for the hard disk.
Visit LaCie's Web site, www.lacie.com, for the latest firmware up-
date. For the procedure, please contact LaCie technical support.
Interface & Data Transfer Information
TECHNICAL NOTE: Controller - A controller is a component
or an electronic card (referred to in this case as a "controller
card") that enables a computer to communicate with or manage
certain peripherals. An external controller is an expansion card
which fills one of the free slots (i.e. PCI or PCMCIA) inside your
PC and which enables a peripheral (ex. CD-R/RW drive, scanner
or printer) to be connected to the computer. If your computer is
not equipped with a USB controller card, you can purchase an
external controller through LaCie. Contact your LaCie reseller or
LaCie Technical Support (section
port) for more information.
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6. Contacting Customer Sup-