LaCie - 4TB Rugged USB-C Portable Hard Drive - Orange/Silver
About this product
The LaCie Rugged USB-C portable drive marries rugged durability with cutting-edge USB-C. The result is a vault for your data that’s compatible with next-gen computers like the Apple MacBook, as well as USB computers. Featuring the market’s highest storage capacity for its size, the LaCie Rugged USB-C gives you enough space to store your digital present—and future. Massive capacity lets you use the LaCie Rugged as a shuttle drive to transport footage from set to postproduction or to store a huge Lightroom® library. Creative pros have been depending on LaCie Rugged drives for over a decade because they are the most reliable way to transport and capture data in the field. With resistance to drops, crush, rain, and unauthorized access, the LaCie Rugged USB-C is tough enough for extreme conditions—from a sudden rainstorm to a crush of suitcases in an airplane cargo hold.
Features
4TB storage capacity
Provides ample space for storing documents, photos, music and more.
USB Type C interface
Offers an easy-to-use connection to devices. Backward compatible with USB 3.0 for simple connection to your computer. USB-powered.
Portable design
Lets you take your data on the go.
Drop, crush, and rain-resistant design
Offers rugged durability and reliable performance for all-terrain use.
Compatible with PC, Mac, and iPad
For flexible installation options.
Specifications
- Storage Capacity4000 gigabytesStorage Drive TypeHDDRotational Speed5400 revolutions per minuteInterface(s)USB-C (USB 3.1 Gen1)
Reviews
Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 40 reviews
Top Mentions
- Overall Performance (17)
- Portability (9)
- Data Transfer Speed (6)
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The LaCie Rugged USB-C portable drive marries rugged durability with cutting-edge USB-C. The result is a vault for your data that’s compatible with next-gen computers like the Apple MacBook, as well as USB computers. Featuring the market’s highest storage capacity for its size, the LaCie Rugged USB-C gives you enough space to store your digital present—and future. Massive capacity lets you use the LaCie Rugged as a shuttle drive to transport footage from set to postproduction or to store a huge Lightroom® library. Creative pros have been depending on LaCie Rugged drives for over a decade because they are the most reliable way to transport and capture data in the field. With resistance to drops, crush, rain, and unauthorized access, the LaCie Rugged USB-C is tough enough for extreme conditions—from a sudden rainstorm to a crush of suitcases in an airplane cargo hold.
LaCie Rugged USB-C is made for creative exploration in every sense, trusted by creators in the field, on set and on-the-move. Military-grade drop resistance, hardware encryption, password protection and Rescue Data Recovery Services safeguard valuable work, while broad USB-C compatibility keeps workflows moving. Designed with at least 25% recycled materials, it keeps the world it travels through in mind.
LaCie Rugged USB-C is made for creative exploration in every sense, trusted by creators in the field, on set and on-the-move. Military-grade drop resistance, hardware encryption, password protection and Rescue Data Recovery Services safeguard valuable work, while broad USB-C compatibility keeps workflows moving. Designed with at least 25% recycled materials, it keeps the world it travels through in mind.
LaCie Rugged USB-C is made for creative exploration in every sense, trusted by creators in the field, on set and on-the-move. Military-grade drop resistance, hardware encryption, password protection and Rescue Data Recovery Services safeguard valuable work, while broad USB-C compatibility keeps workflows moving. Designed with at least 25% recycled materials, it keeps the world it travels through in mind.
| Pros for LaCie - 4TB Rugged USB-C Portable Hard Drive - Orange/Silver | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Performance, Portability, Data Transfer Speed | Durability, Storage Capacity, Speed, Size, USB-C | Durability, Storage Capacity, Speed, USB-C, Size | Durability, USB-C, Speed, Storage |
| Cons for LaCie - 4TB Rugged USB-C Portable Hard Drive - Orange/Silver | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | Price, Heat | Price, Heat, Connection | There were no cons for this product— |
Specs
Questions & Answers
Would this work with a MacBook air (about 8 years old) and also with HP laptop without having to format?
Answered by SeagateTechnicalSupportHello Yeaawse, The LaCie Rugged USB- Drive requires systems with following specs: - Computer with a USB-C, USB 3.0 or USB 2.0 port - Latest version of Windows® 7 and later / Mac OS ® X 10.9 and later - Minimum free disk space: 600MB recommended The drive comes formatted exFAT so it can work on both Mac and Windows. For more information please check on the product's data sheet: https://www.lacie.com/www-content/datasheets/pdfs/rugged-usb-cDS1911-7-2008US-en_US.pdf Regards, Zac LaCie Support
Can I bounce back and forth from a Mac to a Windows based computer without having to format it?
Answered by AnthoYes it already comes formated to accept both.
Is this compatible with an iMac ?
Answered by MichelleYes!
Hi what is the data rate? I need something that is higher than 177 MB/s
Answered by MikeMIt says 130 MB/s In the tech specs
Does this include One-month Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps Plan membership?
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