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D2 QUADRA USER MANUAL
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the User Manual for the d2 Quadra. Your drive delivers stunning
performance through the cutting edge interfaces SuperSpeed USB 3.0, FireWire
800, or eSATA. Fully compatible with PCs and Macs and quiet, rackable, and
stackable, your product fits into any professional working environment.
These pages will guide you through the process of connecting your LaCie product and will explain its features. If
this manual doesn't answer your questions or if you are having trouble, consult the Getting Help page.
BOX CONTENT
Your box contains the following:
LaCie d2 Quadra
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USB 3.0 cable (USB 2.0-compatible)
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FireWire 800 cable
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eSATA cable
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Power supply
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Drive stand for upright use
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Quick Install Guide
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LaCie Storage Utilities and User Manual are pre-loaded on the drive
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Note: A PDF of this User Manual and software utilities are pre-loaded on the drive.
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
Your system must meet certain requirements in order for your LaCie product to function properly. For a list of
these requirements, please refer to the product packaging or consult the product support web page at
www.lacie.com/support/.
Note: USB 3.0 Connection:
For optimal performance through the USB connection, the drive must be connected to a USB 3.0 host port.
Many laptops or desktop computers do not feature USB 3.0 ports. You can purchase a USB 3.0 PCI Express
Card (for desktop computers) or a USB 3.0 ExpressCard 34 (for laptops) that will permit the maximum
transfer speeds for which your LaCie USB 3.0 hard drive is capable.
If you require USB 3.0 drivers for your computer, you can download them from the LaCie website.
Mac users, click here to download USB 3.0 drivers.
PC users, click here for Turbo USB 3.0 drivers to boost the USB 3.0 performance of your d2 Quadra.

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VIEWS OF THE DRIVE
Front View
Shortcut Button with Activity LED1.
Removable stand2.

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Rear View
Power switch1.
FireWire 800 ports2.
USB 3.0 port3.
eSATA port4.
Power supply connection5.
Chain lock option6.

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HARD DISK HEAT MANAGEMENT
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 three drives on top of each other, especially if these drives are
turned on simultaneously.

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LED INFORMATION
Your LaCie hard drive features a multi-functional LED on the front of the drive.
LED STATES
LED Behavior Power
Button State
Off Off The product is turned off or the computer is in sleep mode.
Off On
The product is not connected to a host computer via one of the interfaces. If
the device is connected to a power supply and turned on and the LED
remains off, contact LaCie Customer Support.
30s off, flash blue,
30s off, etc.
On
The product is connected to the host computer via USB 2.0 or USB 3.0, and
either 1) the product has been unmounted by the host operating system; 2)
the host computer is in sleep mode; or 3) the host computer put the product
into sleep mode.
Solid blue
On Product is turned on and the drive is ready for access. Note that after 20
seconds, LED intensity will slightly decrease.
Flickering
On During normal operation, LED flickers to indicate drive access.

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CABLES AND CONNECTORS
USB 3.0
USB is a serial input/output technology for connecting peripheral devices to a computer. SuperSpeed USB 3.0 is
the latest implementation of this standard, and it provides higher bandwidth and new power management
features.
Transfer rates can attain up to 5 Gbits/s as opposed to USB 2.0's 480 Mbits/s. This means USB 3.0 is
theoretically up to ten times faster than its predecessor.
Your LaCie drive is shipped with a SuperSpeed USB 3.0 cable to ensure maximum data transfer performance
when connected to a compatible USB 3.0 port. The cable will also work when connected to a USB 2.0 or 1.1 port,
but drive performance will be limited to their respective transfer rates.
Connector Face
(to Computer)
Cable End
(to Computer)
Cable End
(to Hard Drive)
Connector Face
(to Hard Drive)

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FIREWIRE 800
FireWire, also known as IEEE 1394, is a high-speed serial input/output technology for connecting peripheral
devices to a computer or to each other, and FireWire 800 is the implementation of the new IEEE 1394b standard.
FireWire 800 offers increased bandwidth and extended distance between devices. FireWire 800 is ideal for
bandwidth-intensive applications, such as audio, video and graphics.
Connector Face
(to computer)
Cable End
(to computer)
Cable End
(to product)
Connector Face
(to product)
Note: FireWire 800 is backwards compatible with FireWire 400, which means that if you have an adapter
cable, you can connect your LaCie FireWire 800 product to a FireWire 400 port on your computer. In this
case, file transfers will be limited to FireWire 400 speeds. If your product does not include an adapter cable
in the package, you can purchase one from www.lacie.com/accessories/.

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ESATA
Your LaCie product offers the latest in SATA technology, allowing interface (or bus) transfer rates of up to 3
Gbits/s. SATA technology was originally developed to serve as an internal interface, delivering improved
performance to internal connections.
Soon after, eSATA, or external SATA was developed, allowing for the use of shielded cables outside the PC.
eSATA technology was developed to be rugged and durable. eSATA connectors do not have the “L” shaped
design of other SATA connectors. In addition, the guide features are vertically offset and reduced in size to
prevent the use of unshielded internal cables in external applications.
Connector Face
(to computer)
Cable End
(to computer)
Cable End
(to product)
Connector Face
(to product)

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GETTING CONNECTED
Installing your LaCie hard drive is easy for all users thanks to LaCie Setup Assistant. Please follow the setup
steps in the order they are given to ensure that your LaCie hard drive's volume mounts correctly on your
computer.
STEP 1 - CONNECT THE POWER CABLE
Connect the appropriate wall plug adapter for your country to the power supply.1.
Connect the power supply to a wall outlet and to the drive.2.

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STEP 2 - CONNECT THE INTERFACE CABLE
Connect the interface cable from the drive to the computer.
Important info regarding the interfaces: Only one interface type may be used to connect your
computer to the device. For example, the USB 3.0 and FireWire 800 interfaces cannot be used at the same
time. If you accidentally connect two types of interfaces at once, you may need to restart the device for
proper operation.
Technical note:
FireWire Connection:
Daisy chaining multiple non-powered FireWire devices may effect individual performance. To guarantee
optimal performance, LaCie recommends daisy chaining powered FireWire devices to your LaCie hard drive.
FireWire 800 is backwards-compatible with FireWire 400, which means that if you have an adapter cable,
you can connect your LaCie FireWire 800 product to a FireWire 400 port on your computer. In this case, file
transfers will be limited to FireWire 400 speeds. If your product does not include an adapter cable in the
package, you can purchase one from www.lacie.com/accessories/.

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STEP 3 - TURN ON THE DRIVE
Turn on the drive by moving the power switch to On. The drive will mount in My Computer (Windows XP),
Computer (Vista or Windows 7) or on your desktop (Mac).
Note: If the drive does not mount on your computer, first make sure you have installed USB 3.0 drivers on
your computer (see the note on USB 3.0 connections at Introduction). If the drive still does not mount, see
troubleshooting topics at Getting Help.

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STEP 4 - LAUNCH LACIE SETUP ASSISTANT

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STEP 5 - INSTALL LACIE DESKTOP MANAGER
You can now choose to install and run LaCie Desktop Manager after you run LaCie Setup Assistant. This software
allows you to set up an action when you click the front blue button (shortcut button), view advanced information
on your drive, and to configure power-saving. See LaCie Desktop Manager for details.

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LACIE DESKTOP MANAGER
LaCie Desktop Manager unlocks the full potential of your Lacie hard drive. It will allow you to see advanced
information on your drive and to configure Eco Mode and the shortcut button.
Note: LaCie Desktop Manager is not compatible with all LaCie devices. Only compatible LaCie devices will
appear in LaCie Desktop Manager.
INSTALLING LACIE DESKTOP MANAGER
If LaCie Desktop Manager is not installed on your system (check your Windows Start Menu or Mac Applications
folder), you can install it by double clicking the drive icon in My Computer/Computer (Windows) or on the
Desktop (Mac), opening the LaCie/Software folder, then launching the installer located in the folder for your
operating system.
Windows Mac
When setup has completed, launch the LaCie Desktop Manager from the System tray (Windows) or the Menu
bar (Mac).
Windows Mac

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Note: If you have manually formatted the drive using your operating system's disk utility instead of or after
running the LaCie Setup Assistant, you will need to download the LaCie Desktop Manager from
www.lacie.com/support/.
INFO TAB
When you run LaCie Desktop Manager, you will see that all compatible connected LaCie devices will appear in
the left-hand column. Choose the drive you wish to manage and make sure the Info tab is selected. On this
page you will see advanced information on your drive, such as device name, the internal hard disk serial
number (not the LaCie product serial number), available capacity, connection type, etc.
You can also reformat the drive from this page.
Caution: If you click the Reformat… button and follow these steps, everything will be erased from the hard
drive. If you have information that you want to protect or continue to use, back up this information before
performing these steps. Note also that Info mode is not available when the drive is connected to your
computer via eSATA.

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ECO TAB
By default, your drive will enter Eco Mode after 5 minutes of inactivity in order to conserve energy. To exit Eco
Mode, simply access data on the drive and the disk will automatically restart.
You can manage this feature using LaCie Desktop Manager. Click the Eco tab.
Note: If you don't see the Eco tab, your hard drive is incompatible with Eco mode. Check
www.lacie.com/support/ for a product update which may allow your drive to benefit from this feature. Note
also that Eco mode is not available when the drive is connected to your computer via eSATA.
Unclick the Automatic Eco Mode due to Inactivity box to turn off Eco Mode, or select a period of inactivity
after which the drive will enter Eco Mode.
Eco Mode and Mac OS X: Based upon your LaCie hard drive, Eco Mode may be managed by Mac OS X. If
prompted, please click on Energy Saver Settings to enter the System Preferences. Select “Put the hard disk(s) to
sleep when possible” to conserve energy.
SHORTCUT TAB
The LaCie Shortcut button allows you to use your LaCie hard disk to perform a variety of automated tasks on
your computer. Instantly back up your work, open a family budget spreadsheet, or launch your most commonly
used applications simply by pushing the blue button on the front of your drive. Setup is easy – just install the
LaCie Desktop Manager and click on the Shortcut tab to set up the button action.
While you can configure an action for a short click (ie pressing and immediately releasing the button), the long
click (press and hold for several seconds) is not configurable and serves to initiate Eco mode or resume from
Eco mode.

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Note: The Shortcut button feature is not available when the drive is connected to your computer via eSATA.
Configuration
Select your LaCie hard drive in LaCie Desktop Manager's main window.1.
Select the Shortcut tab. If the drive is locked, you will be asked to authenticate.2.
You can configure the short click action by dragging and dropping or by using the Change button (choose3.
any application or document). Note that if LaCie backup software is installed, it will appear as the default
action.
Once the action has been configured, click on the Test button to verify the action has been correctly set up.4.
Your settings are saved automatically as you make them.
Important info: The shortcut button may affect the transfer rates of your device. For optimal transfer rates,
please disable the shortcut button by deselecting Enable shortcut button. You may turn it back on at any
time by rechecking the box.

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UNMOUNTING YOUR DRIVE
USB, FireWire, Thunderbolt, and eSATA external devices feature “plug & play” connectivity, which means that
your LaCie storage can be connected and disconnected while the computer is running. To prevent failures,
however, it is important to follow these steps when disconnecting your device.
WINDOWS XP USERS
From the System Tray (located in the lower right-hand side of your screen), click the Eject icon (a small green
arrow over a hardware image). A message will appear, listing the devices the Eject icon controls (it should say,
“Safely remove…”). Click on the LaCie storage device in this prompt.
This message will appear: “Safe to Remove Hardware” (or similar). It is now safe to disconnect the device.
WINDOWS VISTA & WINDOWS 7 USERS
From the System Tray (located in the lower right-hand side of your screen) click on the plug icon (note the white
check mark inside a green circle).
A message will appear, detailing the devices that may be safely unmounted.
Select Eject for the device you wish to unmount. A message will appear notifying you that it is safe to remove it.