LaCie KY0730482 User Manual
Contents
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Contents
How to Use this Manual 2
Foreword 3
1. Introduction 4
1.1 Icons Used In This Manual 4
1.2 What Is SCSI? 5
1.3 LaCie Storage Utilities Software 5
2. Getting To Know Your LaCie Hard Drive 7
2.1 Minimum System Requirements 7
2.2 LaCie SCSI Hard Drive - Views 7
2.3 Attaching The Drive Stand 9
2.4 SCSI Cables and Connectors 9
3. Setting Up Your LaCie Hard Drive 10
3.1 Installing Your LaCie Hard Drive 11
3.1.1 SCSI Card Verification 11
3.1.2 Setting the SCSI ID Number 11
3.1.3 Connecting the Drive to the Computer 12
3.1.4 Drive Recognition 12
3.1.5 Software Installation 12
4. Formatting and Partitioning Your LaCie Hard Drive 14
4.1 Mac Users 14
4.2 PC Users 14
5. Technical Information 17
5.1 User Advice When Using SCSI 17
5.2 FAT 32 vs. NTFS 19
5.3 Mac OS Standard vs. Mac OS Extended 20
6. Troubleshooting 22
7. Contacting Customer Service 26
7.1 Warranty and registration 28
8. Appendix – FireWire/IEEE 1394 Questions and Answers 29
9. Glossary 33
10. Health and Safety Precautions 35
How to Use this Manual
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How to Use This Manual
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Copyrights
Copyright © 2002 LaCie. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in
any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written consent of LaCie.
Trademarks
Apple, Mac, Macintosh and FireWire are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Microsoft, Windows 98, Windows 98SE,
Windows 2000 and Windows Millennium Edition are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Sony and iLink are registered
trademarks of Sony Electronics. Other trademarks mentioned in this manual are the property of their respective owners. Kensington is a
registered trademark of the Kensington Technology Group. Sony and iLink are registered trademarks of Sony Electronics. Other trademarks
mentioned in this manual are the property of their respective owners.
Changes
The material in this document is for information only and subject to change without notice. While reasonable efforts have been made in the
preparation of this document to assure its accuracy, LaCie assumes no liability resulting from errors or omissions in this document, or from
the use of the information contained herein. LaCie reserves the right to make changes or revisions in the product design or the product
manual without reservation and without obligation to notify any person of such revisions and changes.
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement (FCC)
WARNING: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to correct the interference by one of the
following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antennas.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the reseller or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Shielded cables and I/O cards must be used for this equipment to comply with the relevant FCC regulations. This device complies with Part
15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Canada Compliance Statement
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Manufacturer’s Declaration for CE Certification
We, LaCie, solemnly declare that this product conforms to the following European standards:
Class B EN60950, EN55022, EN50082-1, EN60555-2
With reference to the following conditions:
73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive 89/336/EEC EMC Directive
Foreword
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2. Introduction
Congratulations on the purchase of your new LaCie Hard Drive. This hard drive will give you a unique combination of
compatibility and convenience, as well as generous storage capacity. LaCie Hard Drives are ideal for professionals and home
users, and for various applications such as databases, desktop publishing, digital content creation and digital audio/video. For
even greater flexibility, your LaCie external hard drive is also cross-platform, which enables you to use it on both Macs and PCs.
The LaCie Hard Drive was designed to allow you to use your desk-space efficiently. Included with your LaCie Hard Drive is a
drive stand, so you can stand the drive vertically, freeing up even more valuable space. Engineered to be rack mountable, you
can quickly and easily integrate the LaCie Hard Drive into your standard 19-inch computer equipment racks, using the LaCie
rackmount kit (sold separately).
With all it can do for you, we’re confident that your LaCie FireWire Hard Drive will quickly become an important tool in your
day-to-day business and personal computing.
This manual will help you to:
• Install your new device properly
• Get your drive up and running
• Quickly learn how to operate it
2.1 Icons Used in This Manual
Italicized paragraphs feature an icon describing the type of information being given.
Important Note Technical Information or News
Warning! (This icon indicates potential hazard).
Precautions
Always follow the basic precautions to use your LaCie Hard Drive safely and correctly. Respecting these guidelines will help to
avoid the possibility of personal injury to yourself or others, as well as to prevent damage to your device and other computer
equipment. For a complete list of precautions, please see page 35 of this manual.
Warranty
LaCie accepts no liability for any loss of data during the use of this device, or for any of the problems caused as a result.
Under no circumstances does LaCie guarantee the reliability of the hard drive.
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Manual Updates
LaCie is constantly striving to give you the most up-to-date, comprehensive User’s Manuals available on the market. It is our
goal to provide you with a friendly, easy-to-use format that will help you quickly install and utilize the many functions of your
new device.
If your manual does not reflect the exact configurations of the product that you purchased, please check our Web site for the
most current version available. You can access our manuals at: www.lacie.com/support/manuals
1.2 What is SCSI?
SCSI (Small Computer System Interface) is an industry standard used to connect peripherals to your computer through a
standard hardware interface, using standard SCSI commands. Currently, there are three generations of the
SCSI interface: SCSI (SCSI-1), SCSI-2 (SCSI wide, and SCSI fast and wide), and SCSI-3, which is made up of at least 14
separate standards documents.
For a more detailed discussion of SCSI, please refer to chapters 5 (Technical Information) and 8 (Appendix – SCSI Questions
and Answers).
The SCSI Icon
This icon will help you easily identify the SCSI interface. It appears on some SCSI cables and next to the SCSI
port connectors on certain computers.
1.3 LaCie Storage Utilities Software
The LaCie Storage Utilities CD is a hybrid CD-ROM that has the Mac version, Silverlining Pro, and the PC version, Silverlining
98, on the same CD. Mac users will be able to only view and use the Mac portion, and PC users will be able to only view
and use the PC version.
Mac Users Using Mac OS 8.6 and 9.x
Please see the Silverlining manual for instructions on how to use this software. This manual is located on your LaCie Storage
Utilities CD in PDF format.
Mac Users Using Mac OS 10.x
Use the formatting and partitioning capabilities in the Apple Disk Utility. Please refer to your Mac OS 10.x documentation or
online help for instructions.
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PC Users Using Windows 2000 and Windows XP
Use the formatting and partitioning capabilities that are included with your operating system. Please see page 14 for more
details.
PC Users Using Windows 98 Second Edition (SE) and Windows Me
You have the option of using Silverlining 98, included with your drive, or using the formatting and partitioning capabilities in
your operating system. Please see page 15 for more details.
2. Getting To Know Your LaCie Hard Drive
What can your external hard drive do?
• Store and exchange data between several computers.
• Back up your computer’s internal hard drive.
• Store files created by your various applications.
2.1 Minimum System Requirements
Hardware Requirements:
• Mac or PC equipped with SCSI card or built-in SCSI interface.
System Requirements:
• Mac OS 8.6, 9.x, and OS 10.1.2
• Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT, Windows 98 Second Edition (SE), Windows 2000, Windows Me and
Windows XP
• Intel Pentium II/350MHz-compatible processor or greater; minimum
• 64MB RAM
2.2 LaCie SCSI Hard Drive – Views
Front View
1 – On/off button / Power LED
Push the button to power the drive on. The LED remains lit to show that the drive is on, and blinks to indicate disk activity.
Getting to Know Your LaCie Hard Drive
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Back View
1 – Power supply connector
This is where you plug in the AC adapter supplied with the drive.
2 – SCSI connectors
Where you plug in the SCSI cable furnished with the drive.
3 – Ventilation outlet
Helps to keep your drive cool during operation. Be sure
not to block this opening when using your drive.
4 – Lock slot
This slot is used to connect a Kensington™-type anti-theft system for
maximum protection. Refer to your anti-theft system documentation
for details on how to connect the lock.
5 – Rackmount grooves
Used for mounting the drive’s stand (see the Attaching the Drive Stand section for instructions), and for mounting your drive
with the rackmount kit (sold separately).
6 - SCSI ID switch
7 – Serial number sticker
This is where you will find your LaCie drive's serial number. Write down the serial number and keep it in a safe place,
because you will need to provide the number in the event you have to call LaCie Technical Support for any reason in regards
to the drive’s performance. The serial number would also come in handy if your drive is lost or stolen.
Side View
1 – rackmount grooves
Used for mounting the drive’s stand (see the Attaching the Drive
Stand section for instructions), and for mounting your drive in the
rackmount kit (sold separately).
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2.3 Attaching the Drive Stand
You can use your LaCie drive in its upright position after installing the stand.
1) From the rear of the drive, slide the stand rail into the side
groove of your LaCie drive as shown.
2) Slide the stand forward until its rail touches the rear of
the drive.
3) Tighten the two socket screws from the underside of the
stand, using the hex key provided, until the stand is firmly
in place.
4) When the stand is mounted, your drive should look like this:
2.4 SCSI Cables and Connectors
LaCie SCSI Hard Drives are supplied with a 68-pin to 68-pin cable ( Ultra 320
LVD version – Wide SCSI). If the SCSI cable supplied with your LaCie d2 Hard
Drive does not meet your requirements, please contact your computer supply
specialist, who will be able to help you choose the right SCSI cable for your
particular setup and applications.
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68-pin SCSI connector (Wide SCSI only)
3. Setting Up Your LaCie Hard Drive
Connecting the Power Supply
To operate the drive, you must use the AC adapter supplied with it. This adapter may feature a locking mechanism that will
prevent the power cord from accidentally being unplugged while your drive is operating.
Warning! Use only the AC adapter supplied with your LaCie drive. Using any other power cable may cause
damage to the device and void your warranty.
You may use your LaCie drive when in a foreign country, thanks to its autoswitching 100-240 Volt power
supply. To be able to use this feature, you may need to purchase an appropriate adapter. Consult LaCie
Technical Support for assistance in choosing the right adapter. LaCie accepts no responsibility for any damage
to the drive resulting from the use of an inappropriate adapter. Using an adapter other than one authorized by
LaCie will void your warranty.
Connecting the AC Adapter to the Hard Drive
1) Insert the round, four-pin metallic plug of the AC cable into the power input located at the rear of the drive.
2) If the power supply has the locking mechanism, with the metallic plug correctly inserted in the connector, slide the locking
mechanism towards the drive. When you hear a faint click, the power cable has been locked in place.
3) Connect the wall-side plug to a power socket. Your drive should now turn on automatically when you connect it to a
FireWire port on your computer.
Disconnecting the AC Adapter From the Hard Drive
1) Turn the drive off and wait for it to spin down (+/- 10 sec.).
2) Hold the drive steady with one hand and take hold of the metallic power plug with the other. If necessary, gently slide the
locking mechanism back away from the drive until the round, 4-pin metallic plug is visible, then remove the plug from the
connector.
Warning! When removing the AC adapter from your drive, pull only on the black plastic locking mechanism
and not on the cable itself. Pulling on the cable will not unlock the plug, and may damage the adapter. Always
remove the AC adapter before transporting your LaCie drive. Failure to remove the adapter may result in
damage to your drive and will void your warranty.
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Setting Up Your LaCie Hard Drive
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3.1 Installing Your LaCie Hard Drive
There are five main steps to this installation process:
3.1.1 - SCSI Card Verification
3.1.2 - Setting the SCSI ID Number
3.1.3 - Connecting the Drive to the Computer
3.1.4 - Drive Recognition
3.1.5 - Software Installation
3.1.1 - SCSI Card Verification
Mac Users:
To verify that your SCSI card has been installed correctly and is recognized, go to "Apple Menu" > "Apple System Profiler" >
"Devices and Volumes" tab. Your SCSI bus should be listed. If it does not appear, contact the card manufacturer.
Windows Users:
To verify that your SCSI card has been installed correctly and is recognized, go to "Control Panel" > "System" > (For
Windows 2000 and XP, the tab is "Hardware"> ) Device Manager tab. Double-click on SCSI Controllers. If an " X" or "!"
symbol appears next to the icon for the SCSI adapter card, this means that it has not been installed correctly. If it has not been
installed correctly, try reinstalling it or contact the card manufacturer. For more information on the installation and
configuration of SCSI cards, please contact the card manufacturer.
3.1.2 - Setting the SCSI ID Number
Before connecting your LaCie Hard Drive to your computer, you need to set the unit’s SCSI ID number and, if necessary,
terminate the drive.
Each device in your SCSI chain needs a unique ID number, either from 0 to 6 for Narrow SCSI, or any number between 0-6
and 8-15 for LVD/Wide SCSI (ID 7 is generally reserved for your computer’s SCSI controller). Press the top or bottom button
of the SCSI ID selector switch to increase or decrease the SCSI ID number.
Important Note: The SCSI ID number for each device on the chain must be unique. Make sure that your LaCie
Hard Drive’s SCSI ID number is not the same as any other device in the chain.
Terminating the Drive
Terminators prevent SCSI signals from being reflected off the last device in the chain, and they help to regenerate the SCSI
signal. If your drive is not the last device in the SCSI chain, there is no need to connect an external terminator.
Your LaCie Hard Drive requires an external terminator. This terminator should be attached to the open connector on the back
of the drive if your hard drive is the only SCSI device connected to your computer, or if it is the last device in your chain of
SCSI peripherals.
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