LaCie d2 Quadra 1TB Enterprise Class Hard Drive

eSATA 3Gb/s, USB 2.0, FireWire 400 & 800

The LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class is the most complete professional hard disk solution for professionals that need a robust solution to handle multiple tasks. Featuring a SATA Enterprise disk that guarantees robust performance, it also has optional 128-bit hardware encryption to safeguard data against unauthorized access. It comes with 24K gold-plated cable contacts, which ensure high quality data transfer, helping it to be the perfect all-in-one solution for professionals who need flexible and high-speed storage.
  • Enterprise Class SATA disks for the utmost reliability and performance
  • 5-year warranty and product swap for ultimate protection
  • 128-bit AES hardware encryption for optional data protection
  • Aluminum fanless cooling design for quiet operation
  • High-end cables with 24K gold-plated contacts

The internal Enterprise Class disk included with the LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class features 32MB cache memory and 7200RPM, and targets an ambitious 1.2 million hours MTBF (Mean Time Before Failure). In addition, it also comes with an unbeatable 5-year warranty. Enterprise Class disks have been developed with rotational vibration resistance technology, helping them to be even more reliable. The LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class offers amazing performance and capabilities. With fast burst transfer rates of up to 105-115MB/s via eSATA, this industry-leading hard disk delivers high speeds and provides up to 2TB capacity in a relatively compact device.

The LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class has been developed and enhanced to keep your data and information safe and secure. Featuring the option to implement government-grade 128-bit AES hardware encryption, it’s perfect for professionals that store sensitive or confidential information on their drive.

Designed to enhance any working environment, the space-saving LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise class can be installed in upright or horizontal positions and comes with four interfaces—eSATA 3Gb/s, FireWire 800, FireWire 400, and USB 2.0—offering complete universal connectivity for PC and Mac users. Thanks to its Triple Power Management System, it is able to switch into standby mode automatically—reducing power consumption significantly. In addition, the LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class is RoHS-certified, meaning that LaCie has made a commitment to producing technology that’s better for our planet.

Item Number :  301336EK
Capacity :  1 TB
Interface :  eSATA 3Gb/s, FireWire 800, FireWire 400, USB 2.0
Interface Transfer Rate
(max. bus speed) : 
eSATA 3Gb/s: up to 3Gbits/s (300MB/s)
FireWire 800: up to 800Mbits/s (100MB/s)
FireWire 400: up to 400Mbits/s (50MB/s)
USB 2.0: up to 480Mbits/s (60MB/s)
Burst Read Transfer Rates :  eSATA 3Gb/s: up to 105-115MB/s
FireWire 800: up to 75-85MB/s
FireWire 400: up to 35-40MB/s
USB 2.0: up to 30-35MB/s
Average Transfer Rate :  Without Encryption
- eSATA 3Gb/s : 80-90MB/s
- FireWire 800: 75-80MB/s
- FireWire 400: 35-40 MB/s
- USB 2.0: 30-35 MB/s

With Encryption
- eSATA 3Gb/s : 75-80MB/s
- FireWire 800: 60-65MB/s
- FireWire 400: 30-35 MB/s
- USB 2.0: 30-35 MB/s
Rotational Speed (rpm) :  7200 rpm
Cache :  32MB or greater
Seek Time (Read) :  <10ms eSATA
LaCie Shortcut Button :  Launch any application (backup, music, slideshows) with one push
LaCie Desktop Manager :  Manages encryption to prevent unauthorized data access
Backup Software :  Genie Backup Manager Pro software with computer recovery option for Windows XP, Vista, 7
Intego Backup Manager Pro software with computer recovery option for Mac OS X 10.4, 10.5 and 10.6
Triple Power Management :  "Auto" for energy efficiency; "On" for instant access; "Off" for data protection
Dimensions (WxHxD) :  44 x 160 x 173 mm / 1.7 x 6.3 x 6.8 in
Weight :  1500 g / 3.31 lbs.
System Requirements :  Computer with an eSATA, FireWire 800, FireWire 400 or USB 2.0 port
Latest version of Windows XP, Windows Vista®, Windows 7 / Mac® OS X 10.4, 10.5, 10.6
Minimum free disk space: 600MB recommended
Box Content :  LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class
eSATA-to-eSATA (3Gb/s) cables with 24K gold-plated contacts
FireWire 800 (9-to-9 pin) cables with 24K gold-plated contacts
FireWire 400 (6-to-6 pin) cables with 24K gold-plated contacts
USB 2.0 cables (USB 1.1 compatible) with 24K gold-plated contact
Quick Install Guide
LaCie Utilities and User Manual
LaCie Desktop Manager
Genie Backup Manager Pro software with computer recovery option for Windows XP, Vista, 7
Intego Backup Manager Pro software with computer recovery option for Mac OS X 10.4, 10.5, and 10.6
Comments :  * Maximum interface transfer rate = theoretical bus bandwidth, whereas burst transfer rate = maximum drive speed. Performance depends on the RAID mode selected and burst and average transfer rates vary from one computer to another and may vary slightly from one drive to another.
**1TB (Terabyte) = 1000GB. 1GB = 1000MB. 1MB = 1,000,000 Bytes. Total accessible capacity varies depending upon operating environment (typically 10% less).
Warranty :  5-Year Limited Warranty
Company No. 2867254 | VAT No. G.B. 641122093 Tramscom Limited (formerly Cancom Limited) a Trams group company.
Registered Office: 3 Coldbath Square, London, EC1R 5HL. Errors and omissions excepted.
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