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Speedy SSD; Thunderbolt Interface; USB 3.0; Both USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt cable included; Ruggedized to take commuting abuse; SSD can be moved while in use; Easy setup utility

Still pricey on a GB per dollar basis

Durability and style once again collide with LaCie's latest portable drive release. The Rugged Thunderbolt portable drive puts a new spin on LaCie's lineup by enhancing shock, dust, and water resistance.

Excellent physical data protection; Great performance for read and write; Integrated Thunderbolt cable

Lose USB 3.0 port and activity light when port cover is in place

I have a 2T Rugged Lacie drive and it has operated flawlessly for years. On that basis I purchased a 5T unit. Unfortunately the drive overheated immediately and needed to be replaced. Here is where the real trouble begins. The unit is under warranty, I called for replacement directions.

I like that the thunderbolt and USB-C connection will work when I finally upgrade to a new Mac after my laptop, a late 2011 Macbook Pro finally croaks, though it's just slow, not really failing. I bought two of these and rotate them as A & B time machine backup drives. I sleep well at night.

This drive is very easy to use. I store music applications with their contents on it. It's works as expected, although not as fast as an SSD drive. I use it with a MacBook Pro. Note: there's only one TB connection, so you can't daisy chain it.

no not really too slow

works well; is very portable

i cannot get the thunderbolt connection up in speed

I'm a big fan of LaCie products mainly because they are the only ones delivering portable solid state drives accompanied with USB3.0 super fast connections. I was running a bit low on storage so I decided to get a portable storage medium to move my media files over to leave more space on my computer...

At first glance, LaCie's new Rugged Thunderbolt drive doesn't look much different from it's predecessor the Rugged USB 3.0 Thunderbolt Series, but the company has made some improvements to this iconic drive.

Captive Thunderbolt cable; Good shock and dust protection; Consistant and fast speeds

Bulky case

With a shock-absorbing sleeve the LaCie Rugged USB 3 Thunderbolt Series combines a sturdy design with good performance, as well as USB 3.0 and Thunderbolt interfaces. Here's our LaCie Rugged USB 3 Thunderbolt Series review.

Used as a library drive with Final Cut Pro X - idea for that purpose and love that the Thunderbolt cable is built in and can't be lost!

Built-in Tb Cable; Durable; Great Features; Massive Capacity

Not cheap