500GB LaCie Rugged Hard Disk

LaCie have announced that their Rugged Hard Disk will now be available in a 500GB model. This hard disk features a shock resistant metal and rubber bumper and internal anti-shock absorbers.

500GB of storage will be supplied with a Hitachi 5K500, 2.5 inch internal hard disk. Interface options are USB 2.0 (480Mbits/s), FireWire 400 (400Mbits/s) and FireWire 800 (800Mbits/s).

This Hard Disk comes with the LaCie Setup Assistant. This utility formats the drive to the users needs and is available on Windows and Mac. Also included is the LaCie '1-Click' backup software.

The LaCie 500GB Rugged Hard Disk is available now for a recommended retail price of US$299.99 and can be purchased direct from LaCie.

Lacie Triple Interface Hard Disk

Lacie have announced a Triple Interface version of its Hard Disk with USB 2.0, Firewire 400 and eSATA interfaces. Available with storage capacities of 500GB, 750GB and 1TB, the new Lacie Hard Disk also features an exclusive design by the noted designer Neil Poulton.

One of LaCies main marketing points for the new Hard Disk is the Neil Poulton design. It features a black mirrored finish and blue LEDs to create a glow from beneath the unit. The design isn't all about looks though and includes a sturdy casing and bottom plate holes for a natural airflow.
With a choice of USB 2.0, Firewire 400 and eSATA interfaces and PC or Mac compatibility the Lacie Triple Interface Hard Disk is a very universal device. And with storage sizes of 500GB, 750GB and 1TB, users can choose the correct Hard Disk for their requirements.

Data transfer rates are up to 1.5Gbits/s for eSATA, 400Mbits/s for FireWire 400 and up to 480Mbits/s for USB 2.0.

Frequent system backups are made easy with the pre-loaded LaCie '1-Click' Backup Software for PC and Mac. The SilverKeeper backup software is also available for Mac users. The LaCie Setup Assistant is also preloaded and allows the drive to be optimised to the users needs.

Compatible operating systems are Windows 2000, XP, Vista, Mac OS X 10.3 or higher and Linux based systems. And of course, a USB 2.0, eSATA or FireWire 400 port is required.

An external power supply is required and comes in the box.

The Lacie Triple Interface Hard Disk is available direct from LaCie for the following prices:
500GB - $169.99
750GB - $219.99
1TB - $319.99

A USB only version of the drive is also available for $109.99.