LaCie Rugged XL 1 TB USB 2.0 Desktop External Hard Drive 301848U

by LaCie

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 1.7 x 8.5 x 5.1 inches ; 2.4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B0024R57U0
• Item model number: 301848U
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (50 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 2, 2001

Product Description

Size: 1 TB

From the Manufacturer

The LaCie Rugged XL 1 TB Portable Hard Drive is built to meet all of your storage needs. With a stylish design by Neil Poulton, this durable drive offers one terabyte of storage along with a universal high-speed USB 2.0 connection and 3Gb/sec eSATA interface. The rugged aluminum alloy shell dissipates heat and complements any setup. An added bonus, the shock-resistant inner bumper and colorful exterior rubber surround protect the Rugged XL when you're transferring your data between machines.

The Rugged XL 1 TB Portable Hard Drive offers: 1 TB of disk space. Rugged design that withstands rigors of travel. eSATA and USB 2.0 connections. Stylish design by Neil Poulton.

The orange bumper adds some style while offering shock protection. View larger.

The Rugged XL has both an eSATA and a USB 2.0 port. View larger.

Massive Storage, Simple Operation
Back up your data or move large video and music files from computer to computer, and do it all with an easy interface that works with both Macs and PCs. Perfect for users who need backup, storage, and large-volume exchange for office files, photos, music, and even video clips, the Rugged XL has enough space to accommodate as many as 330,000 photos, 270,000 songs, or 1,420 DivX movies.

The Rugged XL offers the convenience of high-speed USB 2.0 connectivity (which is USB 1.1 backward compatible) along with a speedy eSATA interface. Exchanging data between Macs and PCs is simple, and all your files will automatically be backed up for added peace of mind. The Rugged XL requires no extra drivers for Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Vista, or Mac OS X operating systems.

This high-performance drive features a transfer rate of up to three gigabits per second via its eSATA connection. Measuring 5.1 x 1.7 x 8.5 inches (WxHxD), the Rugged XL fits on any desktop and is small enough to move between work stations, so you can easily transfer massive amounts of data and back up multiple machines.

Included with the drive are LaCie software bundles to enhance performance and functionality, including LaCie's One-Click Backup Software (for Mac and PC) and SilverKeeper Backup Software (for Mac).

Protection for Hardware and Software
Styled exclusively for LaCie by the world-renowned product designer Neil Poulton, the Rugged XL is built to withstand bumps and scrapes, and it sports a unique look that is right at home on any desktop. Its unique, scratch-resistant aluminum shell and shock-resistant rubber bumper serve as an added layer of protection for your data. Additionally, an LED alerts you when the system is overheating or experiencing slower transfer rates.

The LaCie Rugged XL Hard Drive is backed by a two-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 distinguished its products through original designs and leading-edge technology.

What's in the Box
Rugged XL drive, eSATA cable, USB 2.0 cable, external power supply, quick-start guide, LaCie utilities (preloaded on hard drive), LaCie setup assistant, backup assistant, and user's manual.

Product Description

The LaCie Rugged XL, Design by Neil Poulton combines high-capacity storage with a user-centric design. Setup is effortless; it¿s plug & play and offers customizable formatting with the LaCie Setup Assistant. LaCie Backup Assistant software is also included for PC/Mac users for easy, automatic backups. This advanced hard disk features aluminum casing, which provides superior protection on your desk. Its extremely resistant and tough design comes complete with a rubber sleeve, internal bumper, and heat dissipating features, making the LaCie Rugged XL both sturdy and effective. The LaCie Rugged XL makes a statement on your desktop, with its design, based on the original award-winning LaCie Rugged Hard Disk, and colorful presence. With versatile Hi-Speed USB 2.0 and the lightning-fast eSATA 3Gb/s interface means your Rugged XL will be as fast as it is reliable. The user-friendly LaCie Rugged XL, Design by Neil Poulton makes a great companion to your PC or Mac. System Requirements: PC or Mac with USB 2.0 interface or eSATA interface Windows® 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista¿/ Mac® OS X 10.3 or higher, Pentium II 350MHz processor or greater /G3, Mac Intel processor or greater Minimum free disk space: 600MB recommended. Box Contents: LaCie Rugged XL, USB 2.0 cable, eSATA cable, External power supply, Quick Install Guide, LaCie Utilities (preloaded on the drive): LaCie Setup Assistant, LaCie Backup Assistant, User Manual.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

63 of 71 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Drive is fine, but be careful of the size., July 11, 2009

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J. Scott "iocomposer" (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews
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The drive works fine, as expected. No problems at all. However, being a big fan of the smaller 2.5" rugged drives, I bought this sight unseen without reading the description. Turns out it's a 3.5" drive in a much larger enclosure that looks exactly like the smaller ones in a picture but is actually much larger. I'm an admitted bonehead, so it's my fault but I'm taking off a star for the drive looking exactly like the smaller version that has become a bit of a standard around Hollywood.

Also, there's now no express card slots in the new MacBook Pros, so you can't use esata at all. Not a good drive if you're looking to use it with a new Macbook Pro.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome External HDD, February 19, 2010

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Marcos Agrelli "marcosagrelliphotography" (MIAMI, FL, US) - See all my reviews
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Strong, Easy to use and fast, faster when use eSATA. I use for my photo editions in Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom 2.5. I do thousands of Wedding and Engagement photos, after work I put everything on this HDD. Is perfect combine with my Mac Book Pro. I recommend.
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22 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars DOES NOT LAST!, February 23, 2010

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Ty (CA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: LaCie Rugged XL 1 TB USB 2.0 Desktop External Hard Drive 301848U (Personal Computers)

I never write reviews because things usually work! I used this drive twice and it failed COMPLETELY on the 2nd job. Luckily the footage we shot was backed up on another drive or we would be dead in the water. Wish I could recommend this drive (have 4 of the 500GB rugged drives which seem to perform better) but buyer beware. They look cool but can't say the same for performance.

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