LaCie Big Disk Extreme+ 301199U 1 TB USB 2.0/FireWire400/FireWire800 RAID System

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The LaCie Big Disk Extreme+ 1 TB USB 2.0/FireWire400/FireWire800 RAID System offers: USB 2.0, FireWire 400, and FireWire 800 interfaces. Built-in RAID 0 performance with FireWire 800 speed with no configuration required. Flexible design that can be stacked, rack-mounted or daisy chained. Heat-dissipating body and advanced cooling system for cool performance.

The drive features USB, FireWire 400, and FireWire 800 connectivity. View larger.

The Shortcut Button can back up your data or launch any application with a single button push. View larger.

By purchasing multiple drives, it is easy to set up a RAID configuration. View larger.

Big Disk Extreme+ Triple Interface
Featuring high-performance storage (1 TB of total disc space), high capacity and a user-friendly quick backup feature for data safety and recovery, the Big Disk Extreme+ packs a powerful 1-2-3 punch. Its capacity, combined with ultra-fast transfer rates, make it ideal for data-hungry applications or sharing and archiving large-scale video projects.

This versatile storage solution offers a terabyte of storage, along with FireWire 800, FireWire 400 and USB 2.0 interfaces. This triple-interface solution gives professionals the versatility needed to work in almost any environment. Professional users working with very large, resource-intensive files can take advantage of the high throughput of the FireWire 800 (with burst transfer rates up to 90 MB/s,) as well as the universal compatibility of USB. This makes the Big Disk Extreme+ especially convenient for video editors working in SD/HD, or for quick individual workstation storage in a small business setting.

LaCie's trademark "Shortcut Button"--the blue button in front of the drive--can be used to launch any utility--such as music, slideshows, or video--with a single push, or back up your valuable data. The Big Disk Extreme+ also includes EMC's Retrospect Express software for automated backups that will give you even greater peace of mind.

Convenient and Easy to Use
The Big Disk Extreme+ is a hot plug and play solution that offers built-in RAID 0 performance (with FireWire 800 speed) that requires no software configuration or drivers. Expandable via FireWire with other FireWire hard drives, the Big Disk can also be daisy chained with peripherals such as CD-RW, AIT or DV cameras. In fact, several Big Disks can even be daisy chained to the same computer and combined together to further increase capacity, speed or security via FireWire.

For extra convenience, the drive also features a power-saving three-position switch that allows for customized "Triple Power Management" -- "auto" for energy efficiency; "on" for instant access; and "off" for complete data protection.

Heat-Dissipating d2 Design by Neil Poulton
Designed by world renown designer Neil Poulton, the Big Disk Extreme+ boasts a sleek, handsome metal body that's ideal for naturally dissipating the system's internal drive heat. Its unique design actually draws heat away from the internal drive toward the external casing. The casing absorbs heat and will take advantage of its large surface to further dissipate the heat away from the drive. The Big Disk Extreme+ also includes an advanced cooling system with a thermoregulated, progressive quiet fan that keeps the drive safe and prolongs its life and reliability.

Engineered with a compact 5.25-inch 1U form factor to fit seamlessly into most work environments, and more compact and lightweight than RAID towers, the Big Disk Extreme+ can be placed in a space-saving upright position with the included drive stand, or can be stacked, rack-mounted and even daisy-chained with other drives (via FireWire) to increase capacity. An optional LaCie Rackmount Kit can be used to incorporate the drive into a standard 19-inch computer equipment rack, and the drive can also be placed in the optional LaCie Desk Rack (also sold separately).

The LaCie Big Disk Extreme+ measures 6.8 x 1.7 x 10.6 inches (HxWxD), weighs 5.5 pounds, and is backed by LaCie's 3-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 differentiated its products through original designs and leading-edge technology.

What's in the Box
LaCie Big Disk Extreme+, FireWire 800 to FireWire 800 (9-to-9 pin) cable, FireWire 400 to FireWire 400 (6-to-6 pin) cable, hi-speed USB 2.0 cable (USB 1.1 compatible), external power supply, LaCie Utilities CD-ROM with User Manual, Quick Install Guide, and drive stand for upright desktop use.

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LaCie Big Disk Extreme+, September 6, 2008
By B. Lauber (New Albany, OH)
I purchased the first of my many LaCie external drives over 10 years ago. Just like the other ones, this drive works well, is very quiet, has excellent software support, and a functional case. The new ones are just a whole lot prettier than the early ones! Wouldn't but anything else!



Has stood up to some pretty serious abuse., September 6, 2008
By Forrest Jacob Brown
I am deployed to Iraq and travel frequently by convoy between different sites. This drive and my Macbook Pro go with me everywhere. I don't know what kind of chaos is going on in some of the other reviewer's offices but this thing has withstood multiple IED attacks on my vehicle, 120 and above heat conditions, days at a time in an assault pack, and many other forms of warranty-voiding abuse. After a year of this sort of behavior, it still performs flawlessly with fast seek times and no lost data.



Not Worth It, September 5, 2008
By Jesse Davis (Hollywood, CA, USA)
The worst thing about this drive is its power save mode. I will be using a file on the drive in photoshop or something and after about 5-10 minutes of using the file, the hard drive goes into power save, and whenever i try to save it it would boot back up and take like 10 seconds until the save goes through because the drive is booting. It is EXTREMELY annoying and there is no way to disable it.

Aside from the terrible power save idea, Lacie support is ok. I was having trouble with the hard drive making a frequent annoying noise, and so I exchanged emails with a customer service rep who was very helpful for the amount he could do. If something is wrong with your drive, Lacie does NOT provide you with the box, etc to ship it in. My guy was nice enough to do so. After i shipped it and spent $12, i got it back a week later and it was not fixed even though they said it was. Very frustrating.

Folks I cannot emphasize the annoyance and inconvenience of the power save mode. If you ever want to use the drive and it has not been used for 5 minutes or so, it takes 5-10 seconds for it to respond while it boots. Terrible idea on Lacie's part and it has ruined my experience with the product.



I just sent it back to Amazon.com, September 3, 2008
By Christine Pincince (Fort Walton Beach, FL USA)
I have an new fully tricked out Alienware laptop and a Sony pc and tried for many hours to make either computer even see the harddrive. The information inclosed mentioned having to format it for a pc but not for a mac. I tried to do that following the directions and still couldnt make it work. Sure do wish I had known that befor I sent for it. I love, admire and totally respect people that it comes easily to to do that kind of thing. But for me I want and expect to plug something in and have it work. I am a photographer/videographer. I just purchased another WD external harddrive and within a little while with no worries had my tons of photo and video backed up. So guess I will stick with them.



Super face and reliable, August 28, 2008
By William Lai (Chicago, IL USA)
I've used LaCie firewire 800 drives (all different storage sizes) for over 5 years and not one problem.

I use two 300MB as a daily storage, a 500MB as back up storage and the 1TB as a back up to the back up storage. My work files are priceless and my clients depend on me to keep their files safe.