LaCie 2big Network 2 User manual

UP TO
68 MB/s
SPEED
*
RAID
Heat Sink Cooling
2big network 2
DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON
Professional 2-Bay RAID Server
Gigabit Ethernet | USB 2.0

Network Storage for Offices
The LaCie 2big Network 2 offers professional, reliable, central
storage for instantly storing, sharing, and backing up from any PC
or Mac®on your network. Manage your small office network easily
with this full-featured file server, recommended for networks with
up to 200 users. You can also use your 2big Network 2 as a print
server and expand its capacity by connecting external hard drives
into the external ports (USB and eSATA).
RAID Protection
You can easily and safely change your RAID mode using the 2big
Network 2’s web interface. For maximum capacity, choose a
RAID 0 array of the two hard drives (your data is not protected in
case of disk failure). For maximum protection, choose RAID 1 for
automatic mirroring of one disk to the other (available capacity =
50%). This mode allows data protection in case of a 1-disk failure.
The hot-swappable disk trays even allow maintenance without
affecting your workflow; a defective disk can be replaced easily
without having to turn off the 2big Network 2. Extra spare disks are
available as an option for immediate replacement.
• Fast access to your NAS—performance up to 68 MB/s*
• RAID 1 hot-swap option in case of disk failure
• Complete backup solution for data integrity
• Advanced power management options
• Dynamic DNS remote access
A Complete Backup Solution
Get extra security and increase data portability by backing up
your 2big Network 2—on your own schedule—to an external
hard drive through its USB and eSATA ports using the built-in
copy system. The 2big Network 2 also comes with three client
licenses for Genie®Backup Manager Pro™ for Windows®and
three licenses for Intego®Backup Manager Pro™ for Mac. This
software can be installed on each PC or Mac for client backups
to the NAS, and lets you reliably and efficiently back up your
documents, emails, settings, or other digital assets. The LaCie
2big Network 2 is also compatible with Mac OS X 10.5 and 10.6,
including Time Machine®, making it an ideal partner for your Mac.
2BIG NETWORK 2 RAID FLEXIBILITY
MODE CAPACITY PROTECTION SPEED
RAID 0 100% None
RAID 1 50%
LACIE SHORTCUT BUTTON****
Launch any backup/library application in 1 push
PERFORMANCE COMPARISON
The best performance for audio/video & photo professionals
FireWire 800
eSATA 3Gbits
Hi-Speed USB 2.0
FireWire 400
0 25 50 75 100 125 150 175
MB/s
Read burst transfer rate benchmark***
Laptop
Internet
Mac
2big Network
2 d2 Quadra
PC
Router HTTP, FTP,
BitTorrent
2big Network 2
Storage and Networking

USB Direct Connection
You can connect your 2big Network 2 directly to your computer
through a USB cable to access a dedicated USBShare folder of up
to 500GB like a normal external hard drive. This unique feature
allows you to gain extra flexibility and mobility for customized
usage, so you’ll be able to format this USBShare in your preferred
file system using your computer.
Simple, User-Friendly Administration
With the 2big Network 2’s new widget-based dynamic web
interface, administration is easy, convenient, and secure. Thanks
to DHCP and Apipa support, network configuration is fast and
automatic. The product integrates easily with existing Windows
domains using Active Directory and it allows user, group, share,
and quota management. Access to administration pages and
shares is easy using LaCie Network Assistant and, on top of that,
it can provide its administrator notifications via email of events like
backup, RAID, disk failure, high temperature, etc.
Eco-Management
The LaCie 2big Network 2 helps you to reduce power consumption
by switching to idle mode (disk spins off) after a determined inactivity
time. Also, you can schedule a deep sleep on/off mode according
your needs. Thanks to the Wake-on-LAN feature, it can be switched
back to operating mode from the client side. The 2big Network 2
also integrates UPS support*** through its USB port to ensure proper
shutdown in case of power failure. On top of that, its exclusive
aluminum heat sink design makes it your ecological partner—it’s
recyclable and ROHS-compliant.
Gigabit Ethernet
eSATA Expansion Port
USB 2.0 Expansion Port
USB 2.0 Direct Connection
Power Connector
Drive status LEDs
Disk lock
On/Off
Disk tray handle
2big Network 2 PC / Mac
EXCLUSIVE d2 HEAT SINK DESIGN
Provides 60% more area for
heat dissipation and high reliability
Aluminum
Heat Sink
Design
Standard
Design
Save Energy
Box Content
LaCie 2big Network 2•
Ethernet cable•
USB 2.0 cable•
External power supply•
Drive stand for upright use•
Utilities CD-ROM with software and User Manual•
Quick Install Guide•
Drawer key•
Minimum System Requirements
Computer with an Ethernet network adapter•
Latest version of: Windows XP, Windows Vista• ®, Windows Vista
64-bit, Windows 7 / Mac OS X 10.5, 10.6 / Linux 2.6
Minimum free disk space: 600MB recommended•
Web browsers: Internet Explorer• ®7.0, Firefox®3.0, Safari®3.0,
or Chrome 2.0 or higher

*Tests performed using IOZone tool in SMB file systems. PC used: Core2 Quad 2.66 GHz, 4GB RAM, Gigabit Ethernet Switch Netgear GS108, Network Adapter
Intel PRO/1000 PT Quad Port, OS Vista Professional 64-bit. Performance depends on file system used, file size, and may vary from one drive to another.
**1TB (Terabyte) = 1000GB. 1GB = 1,000,000,000 bytes. Total accessible capacity varies depending upon operating environment (typically 10–15% less).
***Refer to our website for list of supported UPSs.
Refer to our website for list of supported printers.
 OFF mode: product in standby.
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registered trademarks of their respective owners. Specifications and appearance are given as guidelines and may change at any time
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LaCie 2big Network 2
Spare Drive
Premium 3-Year Warranty
The LaCie 5big Network 2 comes with a 3-Year Limited Warranty.
For superior service, you may purchase an Advance Care Option on
the LaCie online store or at your LaCie Reseller within 30 days of your
original purchase date. Under this option, LaCie will immediately
swap out the product without it needing to be returned first for
minimal interruption of your workflow. LaCie covers all freight costs.
Availability depends on the sales area. See www.lacie.com for details.
ADVANCE
CARE OPTION
Item #
Capacity
301475 301476 301469
1TB 1.5TB 2TB
301507 301508 301509
2TB 3TB 4TB
1 x Gigabit Ethernet 10/100/1000 Base-TX
1 x USB 2.0 (type B)
1 x eSATA
1 x USB 2.0 (type A)
OS with 64KB I/O – Read: up to 50MB/s; Write: up to 35MB/s
OS with 1MB I/O – Read: up to 68MB/s; Write: up to 40MB/s
RAID 0, RAID 1 (hot-swappable)
File Server: SMB, AFP, FTP, HTTP, HTTPS
Others: Apple Bonjour, BitTorrent, NTP, DHCP, Apipa
Via FTP or HTTP. Dynamic DNS services optional.
Direct access to NAS using LaCie Network Assistant
Customizable “widget-based” interface
PC to NAS: encrypted, compressed, scheduled, remote (FTP)
Data restore and data disaster recovery available
NAS to DAS: via built-in copy engine
Hard disk quota management
Time Machine compatible
Print server
Torrent client for standalone downloads
NTFS read and write support for external hard disk
Users, groups, and shares management. Private and public access.
Active Directory support
UPnP A/V and DLNA Media Adapter compatible
Remote photo thumbnails; MP3 file streaming
iTunes®(DAAP) server
LaCie Network Assistant for Windows, Mac, and Linux
Genie Backup Manager Pro software for Windows
Intego Backup Manager Pro software for Mac
Automatic standby mode; Scheduled ON/OFF
Wake-on-LAN
Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) support***
Recyclable: Aluminum, ROHS
Heat sink aluminum body
Thermoregulated fan
90 x 201 x 183 mm / 3.5 x 7.9 x 7.2 in.
3.7 kg / 8.1 lbs.
3-year limited
Item Number
Capacity**
Interface
Expansion Ports
Burst Transfer Rate*
(Over Ethernet)
RAID Modes
Network Protocols
Remote Access
Administration
Backup Solutions
Special Features
Security Access
Multimedia
Bundled Software
Environment and Power
Cooling System
Dimensions (WxDxH)
Weight
Warranty
2big network 2
DESIGN BY NEIL POULTON