LaCie Announces Rugged XL 1TB External HDD

[The Edge]

Today LaCie announced the Rugged XL, a super-sized expansion to LaCie's award-winning line of Rugged hard drives. Showcasing more than just its extra-large exterior, the Rugged XL doubles capacity to 1 TB, and will surely amplify the style of any creative desktop.

Rugged XL leverages the design and durability of the popular Rugged drive, offering aluminum casing for superior protection on your desktop, as well as the signature orange rubber sleeve. Taking advantage of the Rugged's reputation for resilience, the Rugged XL also features an internal bumper and heat dissipating features, making the LaCie Rugged XL able to withstand the challenges and blunders that can occur on anyone's desk.

Suited for speed-intensive applications or for large-scale backups, the Rugged XL is versatile and compatible with both Mac and PC environments. In addition, it supports two key interfaces: Hi-Speed USB for universal compatibility, and the extreme speed of eSATA 3Gb/s. The new drive also includes a complete software bundle for easy formatting with LaCie Setup Assistant, as well as Genie Backup Assistant software for Windows users and Intego Backup Assistant software for Mac users.

"Since the launch of the original Rugged drive, users have shared stories of admiration for the robust materials, functionality and design of the Rugged family of hard drives," said Lise Manteau, Desktop Hard Disk Product Manager. "It was a natural progression to expand the Rugged family and offer customers the same durability and style in a solution suited for safeguarding data in the desktop environment."

The LaCie Rugged XL makes a statement on your desktop, combining a durable design and colorful presence. Its warm orange LED strip on its underside underscores LaCie's dedication to superior design and functionality. With its unconventional, uncomplicated, and usable design, the Rugged XL stands above other desktop solutions.

Availability
The LaCie Rugged XL will be available in a 1TB capacity, through the LaCie Online Store, LaCie Reseller+ or LaCie Storage Partner starting, at the suggested retail price of $159.99.

[Fabian]

The LaCie Rugged XL, Design by Neil Poulton combines high-capacity storage with a user-centric design. Setup is effortless; it’s plug & play and offers customizable formatting with the LaCie Setup Assistant. LaCie Backup Assistant software is also included for PC/Mac users for easy, automatic backups. This advanced hard disk features aluminum casing, which provides superior protection on your desk. Its extremely resistant and tough design comes complete with a rubber sleeve, internal bumper, and heat dissipating features, making the LaCie Rugged XL both sturdy and effective. The LaCie Rugged XL makes a statement on your desktop, with its design, based on the original award-winning LaCie Rugged Hard Disk, and colorful presence. With versatile Hi-Speed USB 2.0 and the lightning-fast eSATA 3Gb/s interface means your Rugged XL will be as fast as it is reliable. The user-friendly LaCie Rugged XL, Design by Neil Poulton makes a great companion to your PC or Mac.

[The Edge]

Hello , checkout the specification of it LaCie Rugged XL 1TB External HDD

• Item Number : 301848U
• Capacity : 1 TB
• Interface : Hi-Speed USB 2.0, eSATA 3Gb/s
• Burst Transfer Rate¹
• (max. drive speed) : Up to 80 MB/s (eSATA)
• Up to 30 MB/s (Hi-Speed USB 2.0)
• Size : 8.46 x 5.11 x 1.73 in./215 x 130 x 44 mm
• Weight : 37.8 oz/1074g
  
• System Requirements :
  
  • PC or Mac with USB 2.0 interface or eSATA interface
  • Windows 2000, Windows XP, Windows Vista/
  • Mac OS X 10.3 or higher
  • Pentium II 350MHz processor or greater /
  • G3, Mac Intel processor or greater
  • Minimum free disk space: 600MB recommended
  
  
• Box Content :
  
  • LaCie Rugged XL
  • USB 2.0 cable
  • eSATA cable
  • External power supply
  • Quick Install Guide
  • LaCie Utilities (preloaded on the drive):
  • LaCie Setup Assistant, LaCie Backup Assistant, User Manual