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The 1 TB USB 2.0 HDD from LaCie

LaCie has launched an aluminum encased USB 2.0 external hard disk, which has an enormous 1TB storage capacity. The USB connectivity and the minimal software configurations make LaCie’s Big Disk Hi-Speed USB 2.0 a convenient storage solution.

Big Disk Hi-Speed USB 2.0 is a low cost alternative for backing up workstations or dealing with storage consuming applications. The new drive spins at 7200 RPM, has FireWire 800 (800Mbit/s), FireWire 400 (400Mbit/s), and
USB 2.0 (480Mbit/s) ports, and a maximum transfer rate of up to 55 MBs. The average seek time (write) is of 10 ms, and the Big Disk features also an 8 MB buffer.

LaCie’s Big Disk measures 173 x 44 x 272 mm and weighs 2.5 kg. Three capacity models are available: 1 TB, priced at 929 USD, 500 GB priced at 349 USD, and 600 GB priced at 429 USD. The 500 GB and the 600 GB models are very quiet because they don’t have any fans, while the 1 TB model features Smart Fan technology that cools the drive automatically, only when needed.

Big Disk Hi-Speed USB 2.0 has an aluminum alloy case that dissipates the heat by drawing it away from the internal disk. The drives can be used in more ways: stacked, rack-mounted or upright standing.

‘There isn’t a drive on the market that can offer the affordability, design, versatility, convenience and performance of the LaCie Big Disk Hi-Speed USB 2.0”, says Olivier Mirloup, LaCie Senior Product Manager.