LaCie 500GB Rugged Hard Disk
The exclusive creation of world-renowned designer Neil Poulton, the 500GB Rugged portable storage solution from Lacie offers the supreme speed of FireWire 800 along with FireWire 400 and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interfaces for true universal connectivity. Its unique scratch-protected aluminium shell and shock-resistant rubber bumper make the LaCie Rugged Hard Drive especially resistant to harsh elements for extra protection while on the go.
- Internal anti-shock rubber bumpers
- Triple Interface bus-powered, plug & play
- Compatible with Time Machine
Overview
Triple Interface: Connect Anywhere
This external storage solution offers the supreme speed of FireWire 800 along with FireWire 400 and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interfaces for true universal connectivity. Exchanging data between Macs and PCs is easy with LaCies Triple Interface solution. It even comes with a USB power-sharing cable for low powered USB hubs/computers. Since its bus-powered and plug & play, simply plug it into just about any computer anywhere.
FireWire 800 Speed for Media Pros
With maximum interface transfer rates of up to 800Mbits/s with FireWire 800 and 5400rpm, this high performance hard drive is ideal for audio/video and digital content creators. Take it with you when working on the road or transferring files from one desktop computer to another. Its perfect for MacBook Pro users who need data backup, video storage and large data volume exchange like DV video on the go.
Exclusive, Original Rugged Design
Its unique varnished, scratch-protected aluminium shell and shock-resistant rubber sleeve make the LaCie Rugged Hard Drive especially resistant to harsh elements for extra protection wherever you go.
Specifications
- Interface: 1 x FireWire 800 (9-pin) port; 1 x FireWire 400 (6-pin) port; 1 x mini USB 2.0 port
- Interface Transfer Rate:
- FireWire 800: up to 800Mbits/s (100MB/s)
- FireWire 400: up to 400Mbits/s (50MB/s)
- Hi-Speed USB 2.0: up to 480Mbits/s (60MB/s)
- Rotational Speed: 5400rpm
- Average Seek Time: <12ms
- Cache: 8MB or greater
- Dimensions (WxHxD): 3.5 x 1.1 x 5.6 in. / 90 x 27.5 x 142mm
- Weight: 8.8 oz. / 250g
System Requirements
Mac
- Mac OS X 10.3 or higher
- G3 processor or greater
- USB or FireWire port
- 128MB RAM (Minimum)
Windows
- Windows 2000/Windows XP/Windows Vista
- 350MHz compatible processor or greater
- USB or FireWire port
- Minimum 128MB RAM (Minimum)
What's in the Box
- LaCie Rugged Hard Disk
- FireWire 800 (9-to-9 pin) cable
- FireWire 400 (6-to-6 pin) cable
- Hi-Speed USB 2.0 cable (USB 1.1 compatible)
- USB power-sharing cable
- Quick Install Guide
- User Manual
- LaCie 1-Click Backup Software (Windows/Mac)
- LaCie SilverKeeper Backup Software (Mac)
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.
Most Recent Reviews
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LaCie 500GB Rugged Hard Disk
Live and Learn
Written by CL from Harvey
Mar 27, 2009
I have unfortunately owned too many external drives, both because I'm clumsy and perhaps a bit unlucky. So, after a friend droppe…Read mored my last LaCie drive and I lost 32 gigs of music, I decided to get smart and find a drive that would handle some abuse. I'm no expert and can't attest to how much this drive can take, but I've taken it on the road a lot with no problems.
The only negative is the absence of any sort of light to let you know it's operating, but even a slow-witted guy like me can tell by touch.
I just think it's a solid piece of hardware . . . one less thing to worry about.(24 of 26 people found this review useful)
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LaCie 500GB Rugged Hard Disk
Love it!
Written by AP from Baltimore
Mar 18, 2009
Great buy; Great performance. As a news editor I use it every day as my archive and transfer gigs of data to my macbook pro. I hav…Read moree not had an issue however, it does get a bit HOT so I use a heat sinc under it as I work.
(32 of 34 people found this review useful)
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LaCie 500GB Rugged Hard Disk
Simple. Fast. Reliable.
Written by GH from Dallas
Mar 17, 2009
Hands-down one of the fastest, most reliable drives I have ever owned. And, with every type of connection included, it was very si…Read moremple to start using anywhere I wanted. I fits nicely into small spaces, especially the inside the various Incase backpack storage areas. It's very sturdy and doesn't slide around like other cheap plastic external hard drives I have owned.
Lacie also offers alternative colored covers for this drive. I use the black one and it looks very sleek alongside my new Macbook Pro. Enjoy.(34 of 38 people found this review useful)
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Most Useful Reviews
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LaCie 500GB Rugged Hard Disk
Great product
Written by GT from New York
Sep 11, 2008
My Macbook had a knock and sent my internal hard drive into history, however I wanted to get a drive to get a back up of the my ph…Read moreoto's I had sent to friends, 8000 of them of my world travels (Damn). Wow is it fast. It takes minutes to back up GB of data. I replaced my hard drive with a Sata 250 GB in my Mac got it up and working and started to reload. Wow. The drive is fast, both for back up and downloading. good looking. The down side are small 800 FW cable and it runs hot, is that a problem? As someone who travels a lot I would definitely recommend this. Just connect and you are up and running in minutes, it even configures a space for Windows (why would you need this?). I like the Time capsule but as I am on the road so often this is a great product if you want to be able to travel and forget it. I dropped it 3 feet and it still continued backing up. All terrain definitely.
(128 of 131 people found this review useful)
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LaCie 500GB Rugged Hard Disk
Great large and durable drive
Written by JS
Jan 6, 2009
This is a great buy for anyone looking for a high capacity (500 gig), durable drive. I have had mine for over a month now and love…Read more that I can use it on the go as a reliable back up and to share pictures and large videos with friends and family.
(73 of 85 people found this review useful)
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LaCie 500GB Rugged Hard Disk
The name tells all
Written by JD
Jan 2, 2009
This hard drive is excellent for people on the go and students. The aluminum case is hard to dent and the rubber outside protects …Read morehis hard drive from damaging. The one set back is the price. But for a student or if you like to take your hard drive with you, this product is worth investing your money in.
(67 of 82 people found this review useful)
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