LaCie Rugged Mini 1TB USB 3.0 Portable External Hard Drive [MPN RUGU3M2]
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About this product
The LaCie Rugged Mini 1TB USB 3.0 Portable External Hard Drive, MPN RUGU3M2, offers 1TB of storage with a 2.5-inch form factor. This HDD operates at a 5400 RPM rotation speed, supported by a 16MB cache, and connects via USB 3.0. Designed for durability, it features shock resistance, a low noise level, and is USB-powered. An indication light is also included, making it a practical and robust solution for portable storage for laptops, Macs, and PCs.
Our take
The LaCie Rugged Mini 1TB is a dependable companion for anyone needing tough, portable storage. The 1TB capacity is sufficient for a significant amount of data, and its shock-resistant design is a huge advantage for users on the move. The USB 3.0 interface ensures efficient data transfers, and the fact that it's USB-powered is incredibly convenient, reducing cable clutter. While the 5400 RPM speed and 16MB cache are typical for an HDD, it performs reliably for general backups and file storage. The low noise level and indication light are nice practical touches.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 1 TB storage capacity
- Rugged and shock resistant
- USB 3.0 interface
- USB-Powered feature
- Low noise level
Cons
- 5400 RPM rotation speed is moderate
- Only 16 MB cache
Specifications
- Compatible With Laptop, Mac, PC
- USB Specification USB 3.0
- Color Orange
- MPN RUGU3M2
- Rotation Speed 5400 RPM
- Brand LaCie
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- Form Factor
- 2.5 in
- Type
- External Drive
- Unit Type
- Unit
- Drive Type(s) Supported
- External SSD, HDD
- Model
- LaCie Rugged Mini
- Storage Format
- HDD Only
- Features
- Indication Light, Low Noise Level, Removable, Rugged, Shock Resistant, USB-Powered
- Storage Capacity
- 1 TB
- Unit Quantity
- 1
- Interface
- USB 3.0
- Product Line
- Rugged
- Cache
- 16 MB