Posted to Hard Drives 2009-03-01
The LaCie Little Big Disk Quadra 640GB 7200 RPM 301439U is a new portable desktop storage solution that is small in size and features a variety of interface options. Designed for LaCie by Neil Poulton, the slim, sleek aluminum body also serves as a heatsink for fanless operation. The unit features eSata, Firewire 400 and 800, and USB 2.0 interfaces. The Little Big Disk Quadra 640GB can be powered by the Firewire bus and can also be daisy-chained to video recorders and other devices via Firewire. With a 640GB, 7200RPM eSata drive, the unit offers plenty of storage space for all of your backup and file transfer needs. It features RAID 0 for optimum speed, and comes bundled with the LaCie Setup Assistant and EMC Retrospect Express software. The unit is bootable when connected via Firewire or eSATA.
PerformanceThe Little Big Disk Quadra 640GB delivers excellent performance, given its small size, number of interface options, and super-quiet fanless operation. Speeds of up to 3GB/s can be obtained using the eSATA interface, and the unit is perfect for AV applications due to its low noise operation. The ability to power the device and daisy-chain via Firewire offers plenty of flexibility for Mac users, and the bundled software can take care of all of your backup and restore needs. The unit is also fully plug & play compatible with Mac OS X v10.5 and Vista operating systems. ErgonomicsThe design by Neil Poulton is eye-catching, and the unit is smaller than most desktop storage solutions, measuring a mere 5.5 X 1.6 X 3.3 inches and weighing only 1.4 lbs. In addition to its sleek design, the entire aluminum body acts as a heat sink to allow for fanless operation - an innovative solution from LaCie. The interface connections are arranged conveniently on the back of the device and there's a convenient glowing blue power indicator/backup button on the front of the device. SummaryIf you're looking for high-capacity portable desktop storage solution, the LaCie Little Big Disk Quadra 640GB makes an excellent choice. While it is a little pricey, it's got the features to match the price. It makes an especially good choice for Mac users, given its Firewire capabilities. And it offers faster operation and much better looks than most of the competition. Pros
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