Lacie Rugged Mini 2TB 9000298R USB 3.0 External Hard Drive RUGU3M2
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About this product
The LaCie Rugged Mini 2TB External Hard Drive, model LAC9000298, is a portable HDD offering 2TB of storage. It features USB 3.0 connectivity with backward compatibility (USB 2.0/1.1/1.0) and a read speed of 130MB/s. The drive operates at 5400 RPM and is USB-powered, encased in LaCie's signature rugged design, making it compatible with laptops, Macs, and PCs.
Our take
For those seeking a dependable and durable portable hard drive, the LaCie Rugged Mini 2TB is a strong contender. The 2TB capacity offers generous space, and the 130MB/s read speed via USB 3.0 provides efficient data transfers for an HDD. I appreciate that it's USB-powered, eliminating extra cables, and the rugged build means it can handle the occasional knock without issues. While 5400 RPM isn't the fastest for an HDD, it's standard for portable models and perfectly adequate for backups and file storage. The broad USB compatibility is also a nice touch for older systems, even if USB 1.0/1.1 is rarely used today.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 2TB portable storage capacity
- USB 3.0 with 130MB/s read speed
- Rugged and USB-powered
- Broad USB interface compatibility
Cons
- 5400 RPM rotation speed
- USB 1.0/1.1 interfaces are outdated
Specifications
- Compatible With Laptop, Mac, PC
- USB Specification USB 3.0
- Color Orange
- MPN 9000298R, RUGU3M2, LAC9000298, 9000298
- Rotation Speed 5400 RPM
- Brand LaCie
Show all 16 specifications
- Form Factor
- Portable
- Type
- Portable External HDD
- Read Speed
- 130MB/s
- Drive Type(s) Supported
- HDD
- Model
- LAC9000298
- Storage Format
- HDD Only
- Features
- Rugged, USB-Powered
- Storage Capacity
- 2TB
- Interface
- USB, USB 3.2, USB 3.0, USB 2.0, USB 1.1, USB 1.0
- Product Line
- Rugged Mini
