LaCie 2big and 4big Quadra RAID With USB 3.0

LaCie announced that its professional 2big and 4big Quadra multi-bay RAID solutions, designed by Neil Poulton, feature USB 3.0 technology.

  
LaCie 4big Quadra USB 3.0

LaCie re-engineered these external storage solutions for optimized performance with new Mac computers. Thanks to UAS (USB-Attached SCSI Protocol) compatibility and 7200rpm hard drives, these products reach speeds up to 210MB/s and 245MB/s respectively. With these speeds the user can transfer 10GB of data in less than one minute.

For Creative Professionals
The 2big Quadra USB 3.0 and 4big Quadra USB 3.0 are storage solutions for content creation, secure backup, or massive desktop storage. With speeds twice as fast as Firewire 800 these products help professionals get their work done faster. Video editors can play back multiple HD video streams at the same time with Final Cut Pro X or Premiere. Additionally, photographers can browse large photo libraries and edit in Apeture or Lightroom 4 without delay.

Compatibility
The 2big and 4big Quadra offer cross-platform compatibility in any work environment. With USB 3.0 these products are a companion for a new MacBook Pro, MacBook Air or PC. Backwards compatibility with USB 2.0 means the user can connect the product to any standard computer. Plus, two FireWire 800 connections let the user daisy chain other external storage or A/V peripherals.

Aluminum Casing, Redesigned Fan
Since effective cooling is a critical factor in hard disk reliability these products feature state of the art cooling systems. The 2big Quadra’s custom designed cooling system includes a heat-dissipating aluminum casing, a redesigned fan, and jumbo heat exhausts. The 4big Quadra incorporates the reliable Noctua cooling system that offers pressure and airflow performance. Additionally, these products are engineered to be quiet.

Features

• Fast mode: RAID-0
• Safe mode: RAID-1 (2big Quadra only), RAID-5 (4big Quadra only)
• Hot swappable drives
• Eco mode
• Kensington lock compatible
• USB 3.0 Speed: Up to 245MB/s
• Quad-interface for PC/Mac compatibility
• RAID and hot-swap for speed or security
• Aluminum enclosure and quiet operation

Warranty
The 2big and 4big Quadra are protected by a three-year limited warranty. It includes complimentary web-based resources, expert in-house technical support, and worldwide repair/replacement coverage. Warranty extensions and Advance Care Option can also be purchased.

Availability
The 2big Quadra is available in 4TB or 6TB capacities starting at $499. The 4big Quadra is available in 8TB or 12TB capacities starting at $1,099. These products can be purchased in October 2012 at the LaCie Online Store and LaCie Storage Partners.

    
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