The Enterprise Class Difference
The LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class is the most complete 4-bay RAID solution for professionals who need RAID performance and encryption protection for their data. Featuring seven RAID modes and four interfaces for full compatibility, the 4big Quadra Enterprise Class also integrates four internal SATA server-grade disks for quality and more robust performance.
Enterprise Class Performance
With its 24K gold-plated contacts and SATA Enterprise internal disks, the LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class has great performance and capabilities. Taking advantage of a native RAID controller that preserves computer resources, the LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class offers superior support for the most speed demanding applications. Pre-configured in RAID 5 for full speed and data protection, it can reach up to 230MB/s* through eSATA 3Gb/s, in RAID 0 and in RAID 5. Alternative RAID modes can be configured in seconds upon startup to manage speed, security, and available capacity.
Enterprise Class Protection
The LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class has been developed to keep your data safe and secure. Featuring the option to implement advanced 128-bit AES hardware encryption, it’s perfect for professionals who need to protect files and data from any unauthorized access. In addition to keeping your data safe, the LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class features secure RAID modes, including RAID 5, RAID 3, and RAID 10 for full security and drive failure support. In these configurations, hot-swappable disk trays even allow maintenance without affecting your workflow. Extra spare disks are also available on the LaCie website as an option for immediate replacement and RAID protection rebuilding.
Professional Streaming Performance
The LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class has been developed to suit the demands of creative professionals, like editors who work with Apple Final Cut Pro, the Adobe® Creative Suite, or other programs. The 24K gold-plated contacts on its cables offer accurate and fast signal transfer. For professionals who need high transfer rates, the eSATA 3Gb/s and FireWire 800 interfaces will let them get the fastest bandwidth. When used in RAID 0 or RAID 5, the LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class supports multiple audio, DV, SD, and HD streams, and up to one stream of uncompressed 10-bit NTSC video in playback. Greater performance can even be achieved by connecting up to four units together to a multilane eSATA four-port host adapter, in order to support multi-stream uncompressed 10-bit 1080i HD post-production.
Intellectual Property Protection
Offering huge capacity for small business and creative professionals who need terabytes of storage for their digital libraries and backup, the LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class also features the capability to protect assets and intellectual property through government-grade hardware 128-bit AES encryption. Set up a password and make your LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class a near-vault, protecting your files against unauthorized access!
Backup, Restore, and Recover
The LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class comes with Genie Backup Manager ProTM for Windows and Intego Backup Manager ProTM for Mac. This software lets you to reliably and efficiently back up your documents, emails, settings, or other digital assets. With its ease of use, you can either program the LaCie Shortcut Button with the LaCie Desktop Manager to launch a backup with one push, or schedule and customize the type of backup you create. Ideal for creative professionals, the Genie and Intego programs can easily find previous versions of your documents and restore them. With computer recovery options, professionals will be able to restore their configuration and to go right back to work in the event of a disaster with their workstation. It’s easy to back up directly from your Mac with the native solution, since the LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class is compatible with Time Machine
Enterprise Class Disks
The LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class comes with SATA internal Enterprise Class disks with an unbeatable 5-year warranty. These high-quality internal disks feature 32MB cache memory and 7200RPM, and target an ambitious 1.2 million hours MTBF (Mean Time Before Failure). Designed for a RAID tower, they have been developed with rotational vibration resistance technology, helping them to be even more reliable and robust. Spare drives are also available on the LaCie website so users have the option to keep full protection for their data in secure RAID configurations.
Quiet and Reliable Operation
For the best and most reliable cooling system for the LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class, LaCie has chosen Noctua and the NF-P12 fan technology, designed in Austria, and automatically thermoregulated by SMART commands. The nine-blade design and the vortex-control notches of the blower provide superior pressure and airflow performance, all at a volume fewer than 19dBA. The best-in-its-class Noctua NF-P12 is rated at 150,000 hours MTBF, and its ultra-quiet design makes it perfect for even the most noise-sensitive creative environment. This attention to detail allows the LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class to be from 30% (seek) to 46% (idle) quieter than traditional comparable systems.
To find out more about Noctua technology, please visit www.noctua.at
Power Savings
Traditional RAID systems can consume a lot of power, but the LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class is different. LaCie has reduced power consumption by 30% compared to the previous 4-disk RAID generations. Moreover, with the "Auto" mode of the triple position power button, the 4big is able to automatically go into standby mode.synchronized with the computer activity.and reduces the power consumption by up to 80%. For maintenance, the LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class can optionally be disconnected from the computer during a RAID protection rebuild.the LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class will complete the task in standalone mode, and you can switch off your computer!
Fully developed to be a reliable storage solution for professionals, the LaCie 2big Quadra Enterprise Class features five years of Enterprise Class Service, which includes a five-year warranty , a five-year Advance Care Option, and a five-year data recovery service option (data recovery available in Europe only). LaCie can only provide Enterprise Class Services in the country where the product has been purchased and where there is a local LaCie subsidiary or office. For more information on Enterprise Class Service and terms and conditions, please visit www.lacie.com.
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