LACIE Rugged Mini SSD 500 GB User Manual
- June 16, 2024
- LaCie
Table of Contents
LaCie Rugged Mini SSD
User Manual
Welcome
Durable, fast, and portable, LaCie Rugged Mini SSD brings a seamless workflow
to your project with USB and Thunderbolt 4 compatibility.
For common questions and answers about your device, see Frequently Asked
Questions or visit LaCie customer support.
Box contents
- LaCie Rugged Mini SSD
- USB-C cable (USB 3.2 Gen 1)
Minimum system requirements Ports
Use the included cable to connect your LaCie device to a computer with a USB-C
port.
Operang system
Go to Operating System Requirements for Seagate Hardware &
Software.
Minimum free disk space
600MB recommended.
Ingress Protecon rang
The Ingress Protection (IP) rating is a standard for defining the types of
protection supported by equipment and devices. The two-digit code for IP lets
users know the conditions that the device can withstand. The two digits are
independent, with each number representing a different level of protection.
LaCie Rugged Mini SSD is rated IP54.
5: Dust protected—Ingress of dust is not entirely prevented, but it must not
enter in sufficient quantity to interfere with the satisfactory operation of
the equipment.
4: Spraying of water—Water splashing against the enclosure from any direction
shall have no harmful effect,
utilizing either: a) an oscillating fixture, or b) a spray nozzle with no
shield.
Rugged Mini SSD has also been tested for the following:
- Drop resistance—Dropped from heights up to 3 meters (in non-operating mode).
Getting Started
Connect LaCie Rugged Mini SSD
- Remove the top port cover from Rugged Mini SSD.
- Plug one end of the USB-C cable into the USB-C port on Rugged Mini SSD.
- Plug the other end of the cable into a USB-C port on your computer.
Set up
LaCie Rugged Mini SSD
The setup process lets you:
Register your LaCie Rugged Mini SSD| Get the most from your drive with easy
access to information and support.
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Install Toolkit| Manage mirror folders, backup plans (Windows only), and more.
Your computer must be connected to the internet to register your device and install Toolkit.
Start here
Using a file manager such as Finder or File Explorer, open LaCie Rugged Mini
SSD and launch Start Here Mac or Start Here Win.If your drive no longer has a Start Here icon, you can Créer votre compte LaCie. Toolkit can be downloaded from the Toolkit Support | LaCie Support France
Register your device
Enter your information and click Register.
Download Toolkit
Click the Download button. Install Toolkit
Using a file manager such as Finder or File Explorer, go to the folder where you receive downloads.
- Mac—Open the LaCieToolkit.zip file and click on the LaCie Toolkit Installer to launch the application.
- Windows—Click on the LaCieToolkit.exe file to launch the application.
Use Toolkit to Set Up Backups and More
Toolkit provides useful tools that let you easily create and manage mirror
folders, backup plans, and more.
Start a backup plan (Windows only)
Create a plan customized for the content, storage device, and schedule of your
choosing.
- Click here for details on setting up a backup plan.
Create mirror folders
Create a mirror folder on your PC or Mac that is synced to your storage
device. Whenever you add, edit, or
delete files in one folder, Toolkit automatically updates the other mirror
folder with your changes.
- Click here for details on creating a mirror folder.
Frequently Asked Quesons
For help setting up and using your LaCie hard drive, review the frequently
asked questions below. For additional support resources, go to LaCie customer
support.
All users
roblem: My file transfers are too slow Q: Are both ends of the USB cable firmly attached?
A: Review troubleshooting tips for cable connections below: Check both ends of the USB cable and make sure that they are fully seated in their respective ports. Try disconnecting the cable, waiting 10 seconds, and then reconnecting it. Try a different USB cable.
Q: Are there other USB devices connected to the same port or hub?
A: Disconnect other USB devices and see if the hard drive’s performance improves.
Problem: I have an older computer with USB 3.0 (Type A) ports Q: Will my hard drive’s USB 3.2 Gen 1 port work with my computer’s USB 3.0 port?
A: Yes, the device is compatible with USB 3.0 ports, however, the product does not include a cable with a USB Type A connector.
Problem: I must use a USB hub for my USB devices Q: Can I use my hard drive with a USB hub?
A: Yes, the hard drive can be connected to a USB hub. If you use a hub and encounter detection problems, slower than normal transfer rates, random disconnection from your computer or other unusual issues, try connecting the hard drive directly to the computer’s USB port. Some USB hubs are less than efficient with power management, which can be problematic for connected devices. In such a case, consider trying a powered USB hub that includes a power cable.
Problem: The provided USB cables are too short Q: Can I use my hard drive with a longer cable?
A: Yes, provided it is certified according to USB standards. However, LaCie recommends using the cable shipped with your hard drive for the best results. If you use a longer cable and experience problems with detection, transfer rates or disconnection, use the original cable included with your hard drive.
Problem: I’m receiving file transfer error messages Q: Did you get an “Error -50” message while copying to a FAT32 volume?
A: When copying files or folders from a computer to a FAT32 volume, certain characters in the names cannot be copied. These characters include, but are not limited to: ? / : Check your files and folders to ensure that these characters are not in the names. If this is a recurring problem or you cannot find files with incompatible characters, consider reformatting the drive to NTFS (Windows users) or HFS+ (Mac users). See Optional Formatting and Partitioning.
Q: Did you get an error message telling you that the drive has been disconnected when coming out of sleep mode?
A: Ignore this message since the drive remounts on the desktop despite the pop-up. LaCie drives conserve power by spinning down when you set your computer to sleep mode. When the computer awakes from sleep mode, the drive may not have enough time to spin up, causing the pop-up to appear.
Mac Problem: The hard drive icon does not appear on my desktop Q: Is your Finder configured to hide hard drives on the desktop?
A: Go to Finder and then check Preferences | General tab | Show these items on the desktop. Confirm that Hard Disks is selected.
Q: Is your hard drive mounting in the operating system?
A: Open Disk Utility at Go | Utilities | Disk Utility. If the hard drive is listed in the left-hand column, check your Finder preferences to see why it is not displayed on the desktop (review the question above).
Q: Does your computer’s configuration meet the minimum system requirements for use with this hard drive?
A: Go to the following link for a list of supported operating systems: www.lacie.com/os.
Q: Did you follow the correct installation steps for your operating system?
A: Review the installation steps in Getting Started.
Problem: I want to use Mobile Drive with Time Machine. Q: Can I use Mobile Drive with Time Machine?
A: Yes. The drive is preformatted exFAT for use with both PC and Mac. For Time Machine, it must be reformatted to Mac. Reformatting will delete all data previously stored on the drive. Go to www.lacie.com/time-machine for more details.
Windows Problem: The hard drive icon doesn’t appear in Computer Q: Is the hard drive listed in Device Manager?
A: All drives appear in at least one place in Device Manager. Type Device Manager in Search to launch it. Look in the Disk Drives section and, if necessary, click the Plus (+) icon to view the full list of devices. If you’re uncertain that your drive is listed, safely unplug it and then reconnect it. The entry that changes is your LaCie hard drive.
Q: Is your hard drive listed next to an unusual icon?
A: Windows Device Manager usually provides information about failures with peripherals. While the Device Manager can assist with troubleshooting most problems, it may not display the exact cause or provide a precise solution.
An unusual icon next to the hard drive can reveal a problem. For example, instead of the normal icon based on the type of device, it has an exclamation point, question mark or an X. Right click this icon and then choose Properties. The General tab provides a potential reason why the device is not working as expected.
Regulatory Compliance
| Product Name | LaCie Rugged Mini SSD |
|---|---|
| Regulatory Model Number | LRD0SV3 |
China RoHS 2
China RoHS 2 refers to the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology Order No. 32, effective July 1, 2016, titled Management Methods for the Restriction of the Use of Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Products. To comply with China RoHS 2, we determined this product’s Environmental Protection Use Period (EPUP) to be 20 years in accordance with the Marking for the Restricted Use of Hazardous Substances in Electronic and Electrical Products, SJT 11364-2014.
| Part Name | Hazardous Substances |
|---|---|
| (Pb) | (Hg) |
| SSD | X |
| Bridge PCBA | X |
| Power Supply (if provided) | X |
| Interface cable (if provided) | X |
| Other enclosure components | 0 |
This table is prepared in accordance with the provisions of SJ/f 11364-2014
0: Indicates that the hazardous substance contained in all of the homogeneous
materials for this part is below the limit requirement of GB/126572.
X: Indicates that the hazardous substance contained in at least one of the
homogeneous materials used for this part is above the limit requirement of
GB/126572.
Taiwan RoHS
Taiwan RoHS refers to the Taiwan Bureau of Standards, Metrology and
Inspection’s (BSMI’s) requirements in standard CNS 15663, Guidance to
reduction of the restricted chemical substances in electrical and electronic
equipment. Beginning on January 1, 2018, Seagate products must comply with the
“Marking of presence” requirements in Section 5 of CNS 15663. This product is
Taiwan RoHS compliant. The following table meets the Section 5 “Marking of
presence” requirements.
LRDOSV3 Product Name: LaCie Rugged Mini SSD, Model: LRDOSV3
Unit| Restricted Substance and its chemical symbol
(Pb)| (Hg)| (Cd)| (Cr+6)| (PBB)| (PBDE)
SSD| –| 0| 0| 0| 0| 0
Bridge PCBA| –| 0| 0| 0| 0| 0
Power Supply (if provided)| –| 0| 0| 0| 0| 0
Interface cable (if provided)| –| 0| 0| 0| 0| 0
Other enclosure components| 0| 0| 0| 0| 0| 0
Note 1. “0” indicates that the percentage content of the restricted substance
does not exceed the percentage of reference value of presence.
Note 2. ” — ” indicates that the restncted substance corresponds to the
exemption.
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