Product Description

Fully loaded with all the best interfaces - eSATA, FireWire 800, FireWire 400 and USB 2.0 - the d2 Quadra brings you complete universal connectivity. Boasting superior features such as a 16MB cache, advanced 3-level power management, bootability and professional backup software, it's designed for professional performance. Easily back up, archive or exchange all of your files, videos, MP3s and JPEGs or upgrade your PC or Mac with additional capacity. Its space-saving d2 design by Neil Poulton is so versatile, that it can stand upright, stack or be rack-mounted - safeguarded by the best in heat-dissipating technology. The LaCie Shortcut Button allows you to easily launch any application with one push.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #5948 in Consumer Electronics
• Brand: LaCie
• Model: 301110U
• Dimensions: 1.70" h x 6.30" w x 6.80" l, 8.00 pounds
• Memory: 16MB
• Hard Disk: 500GB

Features

• Powerful 500 GB external hard drive offers quadruple interface, including eSATA connectivity
• Fast interface transfer rates up to 1.5 Gbits/s (150 MB/s)
• Advanced cooling system for quiet operation; plug and play, daisy-chainable via Firewire
• Includes eSATA-to-eSATA cable, Firewire 800 (9-to-9 pin) cable, Firewire 400 (6-to-6 pin) cable, and USB 2.0 cable (USB 1.1 compatible)
• Measures 1.7 x 6.3 x 6.8 inches (WxHxD); weighs 3.31 pounds; 3-year limited warranty

Amazon.com Product Description
The LaCie d2 Quadra 301110U 500 GB eSATA/FireWire800/FireWire400/USB 2.0 External Hard Drive is loaded with four interfaces for universal connectivity and extreme speed. Designed for the professional who needs advanced power management and superior performance, the versatile and high-performance d2 Quadra also features a space-saving design that will enhance the aesthetics and functionality of any work space.

The LaCie d2 Quadra Hard 500 GB eSATA/FireWire800/ FireWire400/USB 2.0 External Hard Drive offers: 4 connection interfaces for the ultimate in speed and compatibility. 500 GB of disk space. Smart fan design for reliability and quiet operation. 7200 rpm and 16 MB of cache for maximum drive performance.

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The minimalist space-saving design will enhance the aesthetics of any work space. View larger. View back.

By purchasing multiple drives, it is easy to set up a RAID configuration. View larger.

Four Interfaces for Unmatched Performance and Compatibility
The drive features USB 2.0, FireWire 400, FireWire 800, and eSATA interfaces, ensuring compatibility with any computer or drive. USB 2.0 offers up to a 480 Mbps transfer rate, while eSATA provides superior transfer speeds of up to 1500 Mbps. And the two FireWire ports will let you daisy chain a second drive easily. These connections give you the versatility to connect directly to a drive via the eSATA connection while you're working on demanding multi-media applications, while still having the ability to transfer or back up data files from your laptop or other computers via the USB or FireWire connections.

Superior Drive Performance for Power Users
The d2 Quadra is an ideal drive for power users such as video editors and was voted the 2007 Hard Disk of the Year by VideoMaker magazine. The drive features a rotational speed of 7200 rpm and a cache of at least 16 MB. Coupled with the eSATA interface, the drive achieves an average seek time (write) of under 10 ms. This speed makes it fast enough for working with media such as sound and video directly on the drive.

With a capacity of 500 GB, the d2 Quadra can hold up to 500,000 photos, 125,000 songs, or 35 hours of DV video. If you purchase multiple drives, they can be set to RAID 1 for data redundancy and protection, or RAID 0 for even greater speed.

The d2 Quadra also offers three power management options: "Auto" for energy efficiency; "On" for instant access; and "Off" for data protection. A smart fan automatically turns on and off depending on the temperature, ensuring that the drive stays cool and quiet. The drive also lets you back up files or launch any application with a simple push of the front blue button. This "shortcut button" can be configured to launch any document or application, or initiate the included EMC Retrospect Express software that offers automated backups.

Smart, Elegant Design
With the d2 Quadra, LaCie's designers have fashioned a versatile, attractive and sturdy drive that offers several space-saving options for stacking. The durable aluminum casing offers excellent heat dissipation, and thanks to the drive's detachable stand, it can be placed vertically to save space, or horizontally to stack multiple drives. The drive can even be rack-mounted to fit into an audio/video setup.

Measuring a slim 1.7 x 6.3 x 6.8 inches (WxHxD), and weighing 3.31 pounds, the drive is compact enough to fit inside your briefcase for those times you need to transfer files between computers.

Works with Windows and Macs
The LaCie d2 Quadra Hard Drive is compatible with Windows 2000, XP and Vista, as well as Mac OS 10.2.8 and higher, and is bootable on both when using FireWire or eSATA. It is also compatible with Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard and Time Machine.

Included with the drive is EMC Retrospect Express backup software for both Windows and Mac, making backup a breeze. Also included is LaCie "1-Click" backup software for PC or Mac and SilverKeeper Software for automatic backup and file verification (Mac).

The LaCie d2 Quadra 500 GB Hard Drive is backed by a 3-year limited warranty.

About LaCie
Established in France in 1989, LaCie is a leading manufacturer of computer peripherals for Windows, Apple and Linux users. With offices and plants in the USA, Canada, Japan, Australia, Europe, Singapore and Hong Kong, LaCie develops and manufactures external storage solutions and color monitors that help professionals and everyday people easily manage their digital lives. LaCie has differentiated its products through original designs and leading-edge technology.

What's in the Box
LaCie hard disk, eSATA-to-eSATA cable, FireWire 800 cable, FireWire 400 cable, USB 2.0 cable, external power supply, drive stand, LaCie utilities CD-ROM, backup software.

Customer Reviews

"The disk "External HD" was not repairable by this computer..."
"The disk "External HD" was not repairable by this computer. It is being made available to you with limited functionality. You must back up your data and reformat the disk as soon as possible."


I just got this message. I bought this drive on September 17, 2007 and today, October 31, 2008, I can't save anything to my Lacie. I googled the problem and it seems to be a common problem. I only use this drive on average of once a month and I can't believe that it is dying.

I don't know what to do but I'll have to figure it out tomorrow because I'm just too annoyed right now to deal with it. Sheesh. Do NOT buy this product. I only wish I'd known to search for this error message when I was shopping for an external hard drive.

Did Not Last Long
I have a LaCie 250 gig version, and it died after only a couple of years of moderate use, losing all data. Because the unit was beyond its one year warranty, LaCie would not look at it (even for a fee). Needless to say, I am no longer a customer.

Reliable
The most important thing when buying an external HD is reliability. Having your info readily available for you, without failure.

A couple years ago I bought a Seagate external HD, and about 3 months later it failed. I lost about 50 Gigs of info. Photos lost forever. I sent my HD to Seagate to have my info recovered (I made very clear to them that I needed the info, that the HD was secondary). After 3 months I received a new HD without my info. This second HD they sent me failed in about a week. So seagate is a no go for me.

So, after I learned the hard way, I tried multiple HD's brands, and I have settled for 2 brands. Lacie and WD. Both are great, reliable and continue to work day after day. My latest acquisition was the d2 Quadra, and it is built like a Tank. I had never ever seen an external HD with such a robust construction. This HD, quite simply, works, works and works. No failure. Lacie is a great HD brand.

Recommended with eyes wide shut.