lacie 2big quadra 2 tb 2-disk raid hard drive 301352u
the lacie 2 tb 2big quadra is a complete two-disk raid solution for creative workstations that need added storage backup speed and data protection . the 2big quadra is easy to use and comes with two extractable lockable and hot-swappable disks . it also offers lower energy consumption and quieter operation than traditional raid towers making it a green addition to any workspace . and designed by neil poulton the 2big quadra s is both functional and fashionable it sleek look offers excellent heat dissipation and adds style to any computer system . the 2big quadra 2 tb offers 2 tb of total disk space . 4 raid modes give you options for for higher capacity or greater security . innovative cooling system that keeps noise low . esata 3gb s hi-speed usb 2.0 and firewire 400 800 interfaces . lower energy consumption than traditional raid towers . the 2big quadra can be rack mounted for space efficiency . view larger . 1 . the blue orb on the front lets you monitor performance . 2 . installing new drives are easy with easy-to-use drive trays . dual drive bays and multiple configurations offering two terabyte of capacity this hard drive offers plenty of space to store all your important data digital media files and more . each included drive features an extremely fast speed of 7 200 rpm and has up to 32 megabytes of cache for optimal performance . in addition to this 2 tb version the 2big quadra also comes in 3 tb and 1 tb versions . the 2big quadra gives you the option of four different raid modes . depending on the raid mode you choose you can have either faster performance and higher storage space or more protection please note that depending on the raid configuration you choose the usable amount of space might be less than one terabyte . the ability to hot-swap drives in some raid modes is an especially useful feature -- you can remove and replace drives even while the 2big quadra is running . the 2big quadra is expandable and scalable for even greater storage and faster transfer rates . installing new drives is a cinch simply put the new disk on a drive tray and insert it into an empty drive bay . an included tool lets you lock and unlock the drives . four interfaces to fit your setup the drive features usb 2.0 firewire 400 firewire 800 and esata interfaces ensuring universal compatibility with any mac or pc . usb 2.0 offers up to a 480-mbps transfer rate while esata provides superior transfer speeds of up to 3 000 mbps -- perfect for digital media applications such as photography animation a v projects and hd postproduction . and the two firewire ports let you daisy-chain a second drive easily . for speed-critical work such as video editing esata provides the performance you need to work directly onto the drive while the other interfaces ensure that you ll be able to connect your drive to any computer no matter where you are and access your files . designed by neil poulton the 2big quadra looks good in any office . view larger . striking looks that fit any system styled by renowned product designer neil poulton the 2big quadra has a striking minimalist design that features an illuminated blue hemisphere in the center . both fashionable and functional the hemisphere is a one-touch button for backing up data and sharing files . it also lets you easily monitor your system s performance so you ll know when raid is rebuilding when the drive s temperature is getting too high and more . an added bonus the drive is stackable for easy expandability and is designed to enhance any work environment . save energy and minimize noise the 2big quadra is made with energy savings in mind compared to traditional raid towers it can reduce energy consumption by 30 to 80 percent . the 2big quadra also features a revolutionary ultra-reliable cooling system that promotes system longevity and keeps it almost 50 percent more quiet than the competition . backup software included lacie comes with genie backup manager pro for pcs and intego backup manager pro for macs making backup and computer recovery easy . in addition it is compatible with apple s time machine . the lacie 2big quadra is backed by a three-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 lacie 2big quadra esata-to-esata cable firewire 800 cable 9-to-9 pin firewire 400 cable 6-to-6 pin high-speed usb 2.0 cable power supply kit lacie utilities cd-rom with user s manual and quick-install guide .