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INTRODUCTION
Informação importante: Este manual do usuário é apenas em Inglês.
This manual covers:
Products Operating System Version
LaCie 2big NAS LaCie NAS OS 3.0 (learn more here)
LaCie 5big NAS Pro LaCie NAS OS 3.0
Congratulations on your purchase of a LaCie professional NAS (network-attached storage device). Designed to
satisfy the data sharing and backup needs of small, medium, and branch offices, your product belongs to the
new generation of LaCie NAS, featuring Hybrid Cloud technology.
This manual will guide you through the process of connecting the LaCie NAS to your network and will assist you
in troubleshooting any issues that might arise. If you encounter problems, check Getting Help. Note that most of
the problems users encounter can be resolved by resetting the product to factory conditions (see Reset to
Factory Conditions - 2big NAS or LaCie NAS Rescue - 5big NAS Pro).
BOX CONTENT
LaCie 2big NAS LaCie 5big NAS Pro
Product
Ethernet cable
External Power supply
Utilities CD-ROM with
software
Drive stand for upright use ––
Disk drawer key
USB Key for install and recovery ––
Cable management clip ––
Important info: Please save your packaging. In the event that the drive should need to be repaired or
serviced, it must be returned in its original packaging.

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MINIMUM SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Latest version of Windows® XP, Windows Vista®, Windows 7, Windows 8 / Mac® OS X 10.5, 10.6, 10.7, 10.8
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Web browsers: Internet Explorer™ 7.0 / 8.0, Firefox™ 3.0, Safari™ 3.0, or Chrome 2.0 or higher
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Computer with an Ethernet network adapter
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Ethernet switch or router 10/100/1GB
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UPnP server or client (to access UPnP services)
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SMB server or client (to access SMB services)
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Important info:
Your LaCie product's performance can be affected by such external forces as network activity, hardware,
distance, and setup.
For optimal performance, use a Gigabit Ethernet router and a Gigabit Ethernet board in your host computer.

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VIEWS OF THE PRODUCT
FRONT VIEW
LaCie 2big NAS LaCie 5big NAS Pro
Front LED button: The LED button signals the status and health of the device. For further details, see LED1.
Behavior and Button Functions.

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REAR VIEW
LaCie 2big NAS
Left drive status LED (see LED Behavior and Button Functions)1.
ON/OFF2.
Gigabit Ethernet3.
USB 2.0 expansion4.
eSATA expansion5.
Right drive status LED (see LED Behavior and Button Functions)6.
Drive tray handle7.
Drive lock8.
Power connector9.

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LaCie 5big NAS Pro
Drive status LED (see LED Behavior and Button Functions)1.
Drive tray handle2.
Drive lock3.
USB 2.0 expansion (x2)4.
USB 3.0 expansion (x2)5.
Gigabit Ethernet (x2)6.
VGA port7.
Power connector8.
Reset button (see LaCie NAS Rescue - 5big NAS Pro)9.

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LED BEHAVIOR AND BUTTON FUNCTIONS
The front and rear LEDs indicate drive status and activity. This section describes the behavior of the LED
indicators. Note that even if you have turned off the front LED using Dashboard > Eco Management, events
triggering a red light will always cause the front LED to turn on.
Front LED
Color Rear LED Color State
Blinking blue Activity LED for working disk(s)
(until they are fully initialized) Occurs as the device is booting; will cease once the
drives are fully initialized
Solid blue Activity LED for working disk(s)
Drive working (read/write)
Blinking
blue/red
Blinking blue/red
RAID synchronizing; will cease once operation has
concluded
Activity LED for working disk(s)
Operating system update in progress
Blinking red
Activity LED for working disk(s)
RAID is degraded; data is intact but the array is no
longer protected should another disk fail
Solid red for non-functional disk(s)
Activity LED Temperature alert (first level)
Fan is not spinning
Power supply has been cut but power is still being
supplied through the UPS
Solid red
Activity LED for working disk(s) Temperature alert (critical level) – the product will
shut off
Power supply has been cut and the UPS has run out of
reserve power – the product will shut off
Solid red for non-functional disk(s)
RAID has failed and data has been lost
Off in disconnected disk(s) Disk(s) is/are disconnected

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FRONT BUTTON
Use the front LED button to turn your device on/off or to enter/exit deep sleep mode.
Light Push
The default function for a light push on the front LED button is to turn the LaCie NAS on/off. If the device is on, a
light push should allow pending actions to restart with the device.
The front button function will change if deep sleep mode is enabled (see Eco Management). A light push will:
Place the device into deep sleep mode if the device is on.
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Wake up the device if it is in deep sleep mode.
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Long Push
A long push tells the device to shut off immediately and force all operations to quit without being saved.
Factory Settings/Rescue
LaCie 2big NAS: The front LED button can be used in tandem with the ON/OFF switch to revert the device to its
factory settings (see Reset to Factory Conditions - 2big NAS).
LaCie 5big NAS Pro: The front LED button can be used in tandem with the reset button on the rear of the
device to launch the LaCie NAS Rescue (see LaCie NAS Rescue - 5big NAS Pro).

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HARD DISK HEAT MANAGEMENT (LACIE 2BIG NAS)
HEAT DISSIPATION DESIGN
This LaCie product's metal body is ideal for naturally dissipating internal drive heat. Its unique design actually
draws heat away from the internal drive toward the external casing. The large surface area of the heat sink
casing absorbs internal heat and dissipates it, keeping the drive safe and prolonging its life and reliability.
As a consequence, it is normal that the external casing is warm to the touch. Please make sure that
the vent on the back bezel is not obstructed and that there is a natural airflow across the casing.
UPRIGHT, STACK & RACKMOUNT CONFIGURATION
Heat dissipation is maximized when this LaCie product is in the upright position. When stacking LaCie products,
please remember to attach the included rubber feet (if included) on the under side of your drives. This will allow
for some airflow between your drives so that the heat dissipation can work effectively. LaCie does not
recommend stacking or racking more than two drives on top of each other, especially if these drives are turned
on simultaneously.

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CONNECT TO THE NETWORK
This chapter explains how to connect your LaCie NAS to a network.
Enclosure without disks: If you purchased an enclosure that did not include disks, please see Connect to
your Network - Diskless LaCie 2big NAS or Connect to your Network - Diskless LaCie 5big NAS Pro for
instructions on how to connect to your device to the network.
Step 1: Connect the Ethernet Cable and Power Supply
Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back of the product and to an available Ethernet port1.
on your router. Refer to your router’s documentation if necessary.
Connect the power supply to a wall outlet and to the product.2.
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Step 2: Power on the LaCie NAS
Turn on the device on.1.
LaCie 2big NAS: Push the power button on the back of the device to the ON position.
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LaCie 5big NAS Pro: Lightly push the the front LED button.
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The front LED will turn on and then begin blinking. The device is ready to be accessed once the blue LED has2.
turned solid. Your LaCie NAS may take up to three minutes to boot.
LaCie 2big NAS LaCie 5big NAS Pro
Caution: Only use the AC adapter supplied with your specific LaCie device. Do not use a power supply from
another LaCie device or another manufacturer. Using any other power cable or power supply may cause
damage to the device and void your warranty. Always remove the AC adapter before transporting your LaCie
device. Failure to remove the adapter may result in damage and will void your warranty.

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Step 3: Access the LaCie NAS Dashboard
Note: The steps below should be completed by the administrator of the device.
Perform the steps below on a PC/Mac connected to the same network as your LaCie NAS:
Launch your preferred internet browser and type the default address for the LaCie NAS:1.
Windows XP - http:\\lacie-2big-nas or http:\\lacie-5big-pro
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Windows Vista / 7 / 8 and Mac OS - http:\\lacie-2big-nas.local or http:\\lacie-5big-pro.local.
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Certain versions of Windows may require the name of the device only, similar to Windows XP. If you do not
connect to your device, please try http:\\lacie-2big-nas or http:\\lacie-5big-pro.
The Dashboard administration tool will prompt you to create an administrator password.2.
You may also change:3.
The default name of the device (LaCie-2big-NAS or LaCie-5big-Pro).
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The default administrator login (admin).
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Your time zone.
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Make certain to note your login and password for future use.4.
Click Finish. You will be taken to the Dashboard home page.5.

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NEXT STEPS
Simplify NAS access: LaCie recommends that you install the software utility LaCie Network Assistant before
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moving forward with the device configuration. LaCie Network Assistant gives you instant information on your
LaCie NAS, such as firmware version, IP address, and hardware address. It will also provide quick access to
shares (volumes) and the Dashboard. See LaCie Network Assistant for instructions.
Configure your NAS: For details on how to configure and use your LaCie NAS, go to Shares: Access and
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Transfer Files and Dashboard (Administration).
Add your LaCie NAS to Wuala Cloud Storage: Enhance your data workflow with LaCie's Hybrid Cloud.
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Wuala is secure cloud storage that will give you access to your LaCie NAS from any computer with a
connection to the internet. Further, Wuala uses high-end encryption to guarantee that no one, not even LaCie,
can access your files. See Hybrid Cloud: Wuala & LaCie NAS for details.

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CONNECT TO YOUR NETWORK - DISKLESS LACIE 2BIG
NAS
Users who purchased a LaCie 2big NAS enclosure without hard disks should follow the instructions below.
Enclosure with hard disks: If you purchased an enclosure with hard disks, please see Connect to the
Network for instructions on how to connect to your network.
CHOOSE COMPATIBLE HARD DRIVES
Please consider the following before adding hard drives to your LaCie 2big NAS:
When adding a new hard drive to the enclosure, consider a LaCie 2big Spare Drive. LaCie hard drives are
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specially prepared and optimized for use with LaCie NAS.
If you are installing non-LaCie hard disks, please note that LaCie NAS are compatible with and should work
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seamlessly with any SATA II or SATA III hard drive. Before adding a hard drive to the enclosure, LaCie
receommends that you check the list of supported Network Hard Drives.
LaCie recommends selecting disks that are equal in storage capacity. For example, if the first disk has a 1TB
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hard disk, fill the second slot with a 1TB hard disk.

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INSTALLATION STEPS
Step 1: Connect and Power on the Diskless Product
Make sure that no disks are installed in the product.1.
Connect the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the back of the product and to an available Ethernet port2.
on your router. Refer to your router’s documentation if necessary.
Connect the power supply to a wall outlet and to the product.3.
Push the power button on the back of the device to the ON position.4.
The front LED will turn on and then begin blinking blue. Once the LED stops blinking (less than one minute),
move on to the next step.
Step 2: Remove the Disk Tray Sticker and Empty Disk Tray(s)
Note on illustrations: To reduce complexity in the images, the Ethernet and Power cables have been
removed. LaCie recommends that you maintain both connections while continuing with the installation steps.
Remove the sticker from the back of the device.1.

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The disk tray(s) may be locked. To unlock, use the included disk drawer key to turn the lock until the slot is2.
vertical.
Draw out the disk tray by inserting your finger into the space behind the disk tray handle and pulling to3.

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disengage it.
Grasp the disk tray handle and carefully extract it.4.
Repeat the process if you are adding a second disk.5.

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Step 3: Install the Disk(s) in Disk Tray(s)
Find a suitable work area with adequate space and a flat, even surface. Make certain that all necessary
components are available:
LaCie 2big NAS disk tray
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Hard disk
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Disk tray screws. Use only the screws that are provided with your LaCie NAS.
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Phillips head screwdriver. Make certain that the screwdriver is the correct size for the disk tray screws.
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Caution: To avoid potential problems caused by electrostatic discharge (ESD), it is recommended that you
do not touch the hard disk’s printed circuit board. As a further precaution against ESD, use an anti-static
wristband or an anti-static mat to ground yourself when handling the hard disk.
To secure the disk in the disk tray:
Place the empty disk tray onto the flat work area with the handle on the bottom left.1.

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Many disks have a label on one side and the printed circuit board on the opposite side. With its label side2.
facing up, gently place the hard disk within the disk tray. Keep the side with the printed circuit board on the
work space and the SATA connector facing to the right. The four tray screw slots should align with the disk’s
four screw holes.
Using the Phillips head screwdriver, carefully fasten all four screws into the four tray slots. Do not overly3.
tighten the screws. Doing so can affect the integrity of the screw holes on the disk as well as the threads on
the screws.

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Repeat the process if you are installing two disks.4.
Step 4: Insert the Full Disk Tray(s)
Note on illustrations: To reduce complexity in the images, the Ethernet and Power cables have been
removed. LaCie recommends that you maintain both connections while continuing with the installation steps.
Carefully insert the full disk tray into an empty disk slot. You will feel resistance when the disk tray is most of1.
the way in the bay. Gently push the disk tray handle firmly until you feel it snap into place. The disk tray
handle should be flush with the back of the enclosure.