LaCie 3TB d2 USB 3.0 Thunderbolt Series Hard Drive
Design by Neil Poulton.
- Universal connectivity with Thunderbolt and USB 3.0
- Impressive speeds up to 180 MB/s*
- Fan-free aluminum heat sink design
- Data security with encryption
- Thunderbolt cable included
- Professional grade 7200 rpm hard drive
Features
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Keeping your valuable data safe wherever you travel—no matter how difficult the conditions.
Universal connectivity
With both USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt interfaces, the LaCie d2 is a perfect match for your Mac. And because USB 3.0 is backwards compatible, you can connect it to any standard computer on the planet.
No-compromise speed
Get lightning-fast transfer speeds thanks to the USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt ports. It performs up to 180 MB/s*—twice as fast as FireWire 800 and more than four times as fast as USB 2.0. Back up and transfer mountains of data in a fraction of the time. Enjoy noticeably more responsive photo library browsing. Save time and get better performance when using A/V editing tools.
Advanced cooling for long-term reliability
Since effective cooling is a critical factor in hard disk reliability, LaCie completely redesigned its d2's cooling system. The solid aluminum casing provides 60% more surface area than flat designs, diverting and dissipating heat more efficiently. Its innovative design means it stays cool without requiring a noise-producing fan. It also has more and larger air holes to facilitate airflow. This efficient and silent cooling system is perfect for even the most noise-sensitive creative environments.
Designed for convenience
With its space-saving form, you can stand the LaCie d2 drive alone vertically, stack multiple products horizontally, or install it in a 19-inch rack with a kit from LaCie. It also features email alerts, so you can monitor your device before potential problems escalate.
Support when you need it
Your LaCie d2 is protected by a three-year limited warranty. It includes comprehensive, complimentary web-based resources, expert in-house technical support, and worldwide repair/replacement coverage.
Highlights
- Universal connectivity with Thunderbolt and USB 3.0
- Amazing speeds up to 180 MB/s*
- Time Machine compatible
- Intego Backup Manager Pro for Mac included
- Data security with encryption
- Easy cross-platform formatting utility
- Professional grade 7200 rpm hard drive
Did You Notice?
For maximum convenience, Thunderbolt and USB 3.0 cables come with the drive.
Technical Specs
General
- Other Features: Data Encryption,Kensington Port,Time Machine Compatible
- Hard Drive Type: External
Perfomance
- Hard Drive Spindle Speed: 7200 RPM
Power
- Power Source: External power supply
- AC Voltage: 12V/12A
Dimension
- Weight: 3.7 lb./1.7 kg
- Height: 6.6 in./16.8 cm
- Width: 2.3 in./6 cm
- Length: 6.6 in./16.8 cm
Compatibility
Mac
- Mac OS X v10.5 (Intel processor), v10.8
Windows
- Windows XP/Vista/7/8
What's in the Box?
- LaCie d2 USB 3.0 Thunderbolt Series hard drive
- USB 3.0 cable (USB 2.0 compatible)
- Thunderbolt cable
- Drive stand for upright use; rubber feet for horizontal use
- External power supply
- QIG and Complete Software Suite: LaCie Setup Assistant, LaCie Private-Public, Intego Backup Manager Pro for Mac, Genie Backup Manager Pro for PC, Wuala Secure Cloud Storage
Manufacturer Information
Warranty
- Note: Products sold through this website that do not bear the Apple Brand name are serviced and supported exclusively by their manufacturers in accordance with terms and conditions packaged with the products. Apple's Limited Warranty does not apply to products that are not Apple-branded, even if packaged or sold with Apple products. Please contact the manufacturer directly for technical support and customer service.
- Warranty: Three-year limited (For details, please visit: http://www.lacie.com/us/support/support_manifest.htm?id=10600)
Part Number
- UPC or EAN No.: 093053006051
- Mfr. Part Number: 9000353
Manufacturer Note
- Note: *Maximum interface transfer rate = theoretical bus bandwidth, whereas burst transfer rate = maximum drive speed. Tests conducted with a 3TB hard disk. Average transfer rates vary from one computer to another and from one drive to another.
Most Useful Reviews
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Great Thunderbolt HD
- Written by Richard H from Charlotte
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Does its job
- Written by Don H from Woodhaven
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Very Quiet
- Written by Mike M from Beaverton
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Most Recent Reviews
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Fast, Quiet, Well Built
- Written by Zain F
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Excellent Drive - Fast and Quiet
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Most Interesting
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WILL THIS WORK WITH TIME MACHINE?
- Asked by James S from Peotone
- Jan 23, 2013
Answer
Yes, the product is stated to be Time Machine compatible according to the Product Highlights.
- Answered by Matthew F from Wichita Falls
- Jan 25, 2013
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Is this fast enough to edit HD video from the drive - not just as a storage device?
- Asked by Dore K from Los Angeles
- Mar 24, 2013
Answer
Yes, and no. It mostly depends on your HD compression, or lack thereof. For example, in the high-end professional arena, uncompressed 1080i @ 29.97 fps (59.94 fields per second) video will never play consistently in real time from this drive, regardless of the fast connection. That's why most use multi-spindle raid drives configured so that the data from each video frame is divided up and recorded across several drives at once, increasing the bandwidth (your limitation was the 2.0 USB bandwidth). Conversely, in the less demanding home-based and pro-sumer arenas, various HD compressions (H264, Apple ProRes, DNxHD, etc.) could yield very satisfying results on this drive - based, however, on several factors: long GOP compression vs short, 8 bit vs 10 bit, video frame rates, data rates, etc.). Finally, another big factor is whether you are performing fades, video layering, or other transitional effects, from one video clip to another, obviously because this drive will have to buffer heavily and play two or more streams of HD video at once. Bottom line: choose the right HD compression and this drive will run steady. If you need more quality, you'll need more bandwidth (drives). …More
- Answered by Curtis E from Snellville
- Apr 17, 2013
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How long is the included thunderbolt cable?
- Asked by Kyunghoon L from Atlanta
- Mar 14, 2013
Answer
The Thunderbolt cable included with this drive is 1 meter long.
Shorter and longer cables are available from the Apple Store. …More- Answered by Mike M from Beaverton
- Mar 27, 2013
Recently Answered
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Can I connect 2 computers to this drive at the same time... One connected through the USB 3.0 and the other through the Thunderbolt connection?
- Asked by Mark L from Belle Isle
- Mar 27, 2013
Answer
No. Only one interface can be used at a time.
So connect only to one computer directly.
If you turn on File Sharing on the computer that is directly connected to the drive, you can share files/folders located on the external drive to other computers within your computer network via Ethernet and WiFi. …More- Answered by Mike M from Beaverton
- Mar 27, 2013
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Can you place iPhoto libraries AND Time Machine iPhoto Libraries on this drive?
- Asked by Susan O from Lafayette
- Jan 29, 2013
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Will this work with iPad 3
- Asked by Daniel S
- Mar 1, 2013
Answer
No, not directly.
You can connect the drive to your Mac as an external drive. Your iPad would then be able to backup to the drive when both are connected to your Macintosh computer. Instead of backing up to the Mac's internal drive, you would backup to the external drive. iTunes can work with the internal or external drive connected to your Mac computer. …More- Answered by Mike M from Beaverton
- Mar 2, 2013
Featured Question
will lacie d2 4TB thunderbolt work wirelessly with time machine, how do I set it up to work?
- Asked by Donald J from Calgary
- May 4, 2013
