The LaCie 4big Quadra is the most complete 4-bay RAID solution for small servers, creative pro workstations, or offices that need large storage/backup capacity, superior speed, and advanced security. Offering capacities up to 6TB (6000GB!), the 4big features seven RAID modes, including RAID 0 and RAID 5 which is highlighted by a versatile hot-swappable feature to customise its performance and data protection level.

With burst transfer rates reaching up to 200-230MB/s* through eSATA 3Gbits, the 4big fits perfectly with most applications that demand high speed, such as photo, pre-press, AV projects, and even HD post-production. Compatible with Time Machine™, it also comes with Genie Backup Manager Pro™ and Intego Backup Manager Pro™, for customisable backup and computer recovery.

The 4big Quadra not only sets a new standard in RAID technology and performance, but also was designed with the modern professional office in mind. Its stackable and chainable design helps to save space, while it’s expandable and scalable up to four units (providing up to an amazing 24TB capacity and 600 MB/s transfer rates). The 4big Quadra’s universal connectivity (with eSATA, Firewire 400/800, and Hi-Speed USB 2.0 interfaces) helps to ensure maximum compatibility with any Mac or PC. Compared to traditional RAID towers, it saves up to 30-80% more energy, and its revolutionary ultra-reliable cooling system is almost 50% more quiet, making it the perfect choice for creative professionals. The technology, performance, and the design of the 4big Quadra make it an ideal addition to any workspace.

• RAID power: add terabytes on your desk
  
• Huge capacity for backing up all your data
  
• Superior protection and speed for creative pros
  
• 4 hot-swappable disks for non-stop data access
  
• Designed to complement and enhance your working environment

With room enough to store up to 24TB of data in an accessible, expandable, reliable 12-disk storage solution, the LaCie 12big Rack Network provides a way to get both block and network-attached storage in just one box. The 12big Rack Network supports six RAID modes (RAID 0, 1, 5, 6, 10, and 50), and offers full redundancy on almost all hardware elements and features dual 1G Ethernet connections. With many customizable features, including support for 500+ users, this high-powered, full-featured storage solution that can be used for critical backup, file, and block sharing is the ideal addition to any corporate network or branch office.

Here at LaCie, we know that when it comes to your data, it's vital that it's stored safely and securely, and that's exactly what the 12big Rack Network provides. With its hardware RAID controller, its Quad-Core Intel Xeon processor, server-class motherboard, and Enterprise Class drives, it successfully stores and protects your business-critical data. In addition, we test every single enclosure for 24 hours prior to being shipped, so you can be assured that you're receiving the highest quality storage, helping your data stay safe and secure.

The LaCie 12big Rack Network's multiple redundant fans and power supply can be replaced on the fly. In addition, the OS is stored on two RAID 1-protected drives for complete redundancy and easier maintenance. The 12big Rack Network's hardware RAID controller and its XOR engine also provide extremely fast RAID initialization and rebuild time, resulting in improved reliability.

The LaCie 12big Rack Network can serve as a file or block sharing appliance. As such, it supports both SMB and NFS file protocols, and it can also be used as an iSCSI target. With its two Ethernet ports and highest-grade components, the 12big Rack Network can successfully share critical files while also successfully functioning as a dedicated, direct-attached storage device that can be part of an IP SAN or an iSCSI target for applications that demand high bandwidth.

The LaCie 12big Rack Network is powered by Windows Storage Server 2008 Standard Edition. Among its many great features on the file level is Single Instance Storage (SIS), which provides data deduplication. With SIS, your organization can reduce the amount of storage it consumes by a considerable amount. With the help of data deduplication, you can get up to 40% of your existing disk space back, so you've got less data to back up, which in turn increases backup speeds. Best of all, the SIS technology is included in the default cost of the 12big Rack Network, it's easy to use, and it can dramatically increase your organization's storage efficiency.

At LaCie, we understand that the high performance that you need also has to come with scalability the speeds that you demand shouldn't require a complete reshuffling of your IT infrastructure every time you're short on terabytes. Powered by a hardware RAID controller that pulls away resource-demanding RAID parity calculations from the processor, it can easily scale up without affecting performance and still guarantee the same level of data protection. To that end, should you run short on storage, you'd just need to plug a 12big Rack Serial through the Mini SAS expansion port to instantly double the number of drives all while the XOR engine would manage the extra RAID calculations, the Xeon processor would successfully manage the increasing number of file serving requests, guaranteeing a successful scaleup in storage and users without a drop in performance.

Key Features:-

• Windows® Storage Server 2008 Standard Edition pre-installed
  
• iSCSI targets for block sharing over IP SAN
  
• High component reliability means a one-stop shop for IT professionals
  
• Superior performance thanks to the hardware XOR RAID engine

The LaCie 5big Network 2 offers professional, reliable, central storage for instantly storing, sharing, and backing up from any PC or Mac® on your network. It provides up to 10TB of storage capacity in five bays, expandable with its two USB and two eSATA ports. You can also take advantage of its two Ethernet ports to do link aggregation and get twice the performance of single Gigabit Ethernet connection. Recommended for networks of up to 300 users, the 5big Network 2 is the right solution for IT environments looking for high capacity and high transfer speed rates. Thanks to the secure RAID modes, including RAID 5 and RAID 6, the 5big Network 2 enables you to keep data access even if one disk fails. And with room for five disks, the 5big offers more capacity than four-disk solutions in almost every RAID mode. Extra spare disks are available as an option for immediate replacement.

Get extra security and increase data portability by backing up your LaCie 5big Network 2 on your own schedule to an external hard drive through its USB and eSATA ports using the built-in copy system. The 5big Network 2 also comes with three client licenses for Genie® Backup Manager Pro™ for Windows® and three licenses for Intego® Backup Manager Pro™ for Mac to install on each PC or Mac for client backups to the NAS. You can set up an iSCSI share of your 5big Network 2 and mount it as a local share on your computer in the same way that external hard drives are mounted when connecting to your PC/Mac. With the 5big Network 2’s new widget-like dynamic web interface, administration is easy, convenient and secure. Thanks to the its DHCP and Apipa support, network configuration is fast and automatic. The product integrates easily with existing Windows domains using Active Directory and it allows user, groups, share and quota management.

Key Features:-

• Fast access to your NAS - Performance up to 70MB/s*
  
• RAID 5 or RAID 6 (hot-swap) modes in case of disk failure
  
• Failover and load balancing options using two LAN interfaces
  
• iSCSI target
  
• Dynamic DNS remote access
  
• Time Machine® Compatible
  
• Design by Neil Poulton

With the LaCie Network Space 2, you're not simply storing files from your computer; you're storing files from all over your home. Connect the Network Space 2 through the Ethernet port to a computer or to a router, and share and store all of your media files from anywhere in your house, with the read and write speeds that you need. You can even back up multiple computers to ensure that your files are safe. The included LaCie Network Assistant allows you to quickly start using your product after completing a few short steps. This helps the Network Space 2 to be user–friendly and incredibly easy to use – just like a classic LaCie hard disk.

It's easy to access the LaCie Network Space 2 from any computer connected on the local network or any networked equipment that's UPnP®/DLNA® certified (like your PlayStation®3 or Xbox®). At home, networked computers can access the iTunes library or stored photos and everyone can stream music or videos to a networked UPnP AV-certified player or adapter. The Network Space 2 even comes with built–in private and public shares. The remote access feature means that your files are always accessible, even if you aren’t around. You can even access your torrent downloads, or automatically import pictures when your computer is switched off.

Key Features:-

• Easy to set up, easy to use
  
• Centralise, share, and back up your files at home
  
• Create accounts for everyone in your household*
  
• Access and download files, even with your computer turned off
  
• Time Machine® Compatible
  
• Design by Neil Poulton

With the LaCie Network Space MAX, you’re not simply storing files from your computer, you’re storing files from all over your home. Imagine all of the data spread across your home computers now stored safely in one place. Connect the Network Space MAX through the Ethernet port to a computer or to a router, and share and store all of your media files from anywhere in your house with the fastest speeds. You can even back up multiple computers to ensure that your files are safe. For Mac® users, it’s Time Machine® compatible.

The Network Space MAX includes two large-capacity hard drives that can be configured for maximum security (RAID 1) or maximum capacity (RAID 0). If protecting your data is a priority, the RAID 1 mode will ensure automatic disk mirroring – meaning all files will be copied onto each of the disks. If one drive fails, data will not be lost.

The Network Space MAX is designed for ultimate usability. LaCie Network Assistant software helps you set up the product within a few minutes. It provides the best user experience for quick detection and access to the Network Space MAX. LaCie’s user-friendly dashboard allows you to easily manage files, backups, private accounts, and download torrents.

Additionally, with the Network Space MAX, the files stored on the hard drive are fully accessible outside your home from any connected computer using the remote access service.

The Network Space MAX features a media server, making it easy to stream files to any connected computer or any UPnPTM/DLNA® compliant device (such as a PlayStation®3 or Xbox®). Computers with iTunes® installed can also stream the music stored on the Network Space MAX.

Key Features:-

• RAID 1 for high data security
  
• Centralise, share, and back up your files with Gigabit speeds
  
• Access and download files, even with your computer turned off
  
• Can be used as a USB external hard drive

The LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class is the most complete professional hard disk solution for professionals that need a robust solution to handle multiple tasks. Featuring a SATA Enterprise disk that guarantees robust performance, it also has optional 128-bit hardware encryption to safeguard data against unauthorized access. It comes with 24K gold-plated cable contacts, which ensure high quality data transfer, helping it to be the perfect all-in-one solution for professionals who need flexible and high-speed storage.

The internal Enterprise Class disk included with the LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class features 32MB cache memory and 7200RPM, and targets an ambitious 1.2 million hours MTBF (Mean Time Before Failure). In addition, it also comes with an unbeatable 5-year warranty. Enterprise Class disks have been developed with rotational vibration resistance technology, helping them to be even more reliable. The LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class offers amazing performance and capabilities. With fast burst transfer rates of up to 105-115MB/s* via eSATA, this industry-leading hard disk delivers high speeds and provides up to 2TB capacity in a relatively compact device.

The LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class has been developed and enhanced to keep your data and information safe and secure. Featuring the option to implement government-grade 128-bit AES hardware encryption, it’s perfect for professionals that store sensitive or confidential information on their drive.

Designed to enhance any working environment, the space-saving LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise class can be installed in upright or horizontal positions and comes with four interfaces eSATA 3Gb/s, FireWire 800, FireWire 400, and USB 2.0 offering complete universal connectivity for PC and Mac users. Thanks to its Triple Power Management System, it is able to switch into standby mode automatically reducing power consumption significantly. In addition, the LaCie d2 Quadra Enterprise Class is RoHS-certified, meaning that LaCie has made a commitment to producing technology that’s better for our planet.

Key Features:-

• Enterprise Class SATA disks for the utmost reliability and performance
  
• 5-year warranty and product swap for ultimate protection
  
• 128-bit AES hardware encryption for optional data protection
  
• Aluminum fanless cooling design for quiet operation
  
• High-end cables with 24K gold-plated contacts

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 and flexibility, the 4big Quadra Enterprise Class also integrates four internal SATA server-grade disks for quality and more robust performance. Its internal enterprise disk drives have been developed with a rotational vibration resistance technology and target an ambitious 1.2 million hours MTBF (Mean Time Before Failure) and best of all, they come with an unbeatable 5-year warranty.

With its native RAID controller and Enterprise Class disk drives that feature 7200RPM and 32MB cache memory, the LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class offers superior support for the most demanding applications, such as Final Cut Pro or the Adobe suite. Pre-configured in RAID 0 for full speed and capacity, the LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class can reach up to 230MB/s through eSATA 3Gb/s, in RAID 0 and in RAID 5**. In addition to these amazing performances, the 24K gold plated contacts on its cables ensure high-quality data transfer that preserves digital content properties.

Made for professionals that need to preserve their data’s confidentiality, the LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class features the option to implement a password access system and an advanced government-grade 128-bit AES hardware encryption, making it a secure choice for your data. 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. Spare drives are also available for purchase so users have the option to keep full protection for their data in secured RAID mode configuration. The LaCie 4big Quadra Enterprise Class even comes with Genie and Intego Backup Manager ProTM to back up your digital assets as well as your workstation configuration, enabling computer recovery in case of a crash.

Key Features:-

• Enterprise Class SATA disks for the utmost reliability and performance
  
• 5-year warranty and product swap for ultimate protection
  
• Robust transfer speeds up to 230MB/s**
  
• 128-bit AES hardware encryption for custom data protection
  
• Four hot-swappable disks for non-stop data access*
  
• Ultra quiet cooling system for greater reliability
  
• High-end cables with 24K gold-plated contacts

The LaCie 2big Quadra Enterprise Class has been developed for professionals who expect both speed and capacity from their storage and backup device. The most complete and secure solution in its class, it features not only four interfaces and four convenient RAID modes but also a 128-bit AES encryption and two hot-swappable SATA Enterprise Class disks with an extended 5-year warranty, that 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.

Developed for performance and capacities, the LaCie 2big Quadra Enterprise Class takes full advantage of its internal RAID controller and its server-grade SATA internal disks that feature 7200RPM and 32MB cache memory to offer amazing speeds. Pre-configured in RAID 0 for maximum performance, it can reach up to a 220MB/s transfer rate through its eSATA interface and cables with 24K gold-plated contacts. Offering high quality transfer, these gold plated contacts help the LaCie 2big Quadra Enterprise Class be the perfect solution for creative professionals who need to preserve digital content properties such as RAW photo colors or sounds quality.

The LaCie 2big Quadra Enterprise Class features the option to implement a government-grade 128-bit AES hardware encryption through its easy-to-use LaCie Desktop Manager software. This software helps to protect your data integrity against unauthorized access. The LaCie 2big Quadra Enterprise Class also features protective RAID modes, such as RAID 1, for full data security. With its automatic RAID security rebuild and its hot-swappable technology, it has been developed to work in tandem with you, effortlessly. Extra spare disks are also available on the LaCie website as an option for full peace of mind.

Key Features:-

• Enterprise Class SATA disks for the utmost reliability and performance
  
• 5-year warranty and product swap for ultimate protection
  
• 128-bit AES hardware encryption for optional data protection
  
• Hot-swappable disks for non-stop data access (RAID 1)*
  
• High-end cables with 24K gold-plated contacts

This quadruple interface professional 2-disk RAID delivers fast speed, large capacity and data security. With eSATA 3Gbits, FireWire 800, FireWire 400 & Hi-Speed USB 2.0, it provides complete universal compatibility with any PC or Mac. The easy-to-use 2big Quadra comes with two extractable, lockable and hot-swappable disks for a user-controlled solution. With four RAID levels, it meets your storage needs, whether it’s security, capacity, speed or a combination. With burst transfer rates as high as 165MB/s** (eSATA), it’s ideal for audio/video projects (DV and SD video playback or 2D/3D imaging). The sturdy heat sink metal design provides 60% more surface area for natural heat dissipation. The 2big Quadra comes with Genie Backup Manager Pro software with disaster recovery for Windows users and Intego Backup Manager Pro software with disaster recovery for Mac users. It also features Triple Power Management and the LaCie Shortcut Button, which can launch any application you choose in one push.

• Speed and security for creative professionals
  
• Hot-swappable disks for non-stop data access (RAID 1)
  
• Quadruple interface connectivity on PC/Mac
  
• Aluminum heat sink design for greater reliability
  
• Genie and Intego Backup Manager Pro incl.
  
• Time Machine Compatible

The LaCie 2big Network 2 offers professional, reliable, central storage for instantly storing, sharing, and backing up from any PC or Mac® on your network. Manage your small office network easily with this full-featured file server, recommended for networks with up to 200 users. You can also use your 2big Network 2 as a print server and expand its capacity by connecting external hard drives into the external ports (USB and eSATA). It’s easy to change your RAID mode using the 2big Network 2’s web interface. For maximum capacity, choose a RAID 0 array of the two hard drives. For maximum protection, choose RAID 1 for automatic mirroring of one disk to the other (available capacity = 50%). The hot-swappable disk trays even allow maintenance without affecting your workflow; a defective disk can be replaced easily without having to turn off the 2big Network 2. Extra spare disks are available as an option for immediate replacement.

Get extra security and increase data portability by backing up your 2big Network 2 on your own schedule to an external hard drive through its USB and eSATA ports using the built-in copy system. The 2big Network 2 also comes with three client licenses for Genie® Backup Manager Pro™ for Windows® and three licenses for Intego® Backup Manager Pro™ for Mac to install on each PC or Mac for client backups to the NAS. The LaCie 2big Network 2 is compatible with Mac OS X v10.5 Leopard, including Time Machine®, making it an ideal partner for your Mac.

You can connect your 2big Network 2 directly to your computer through a USB cable to access to a dedicated folder USBShare of up to 500GB like a normal external hard drive. This unique feature allows you to gain extra flexibility and mobility for customized usage , so you’ll be able to format this USBShare in your preferred file system using your computer.

With the 2big Network 2’s new widget-based dynamic web interface, administration is easy, convenient and secure. Thanks to the its DHCP and Apipa support, network configuration is fast and automatic. The product integrates easily with existing Windows domains using Active Directory and it allows user, groups, share and quota management.

Key Features:-

• Fast access to your NAS - performance up to 68 MB/s*
  
• RAID 1 hot-swap option in case of disk failure
  
• Complete backup solution for data integrity
  
• Advanced power management options
  
• Dynamic DNS remote access
  
• Time Machine® Compatible

Burn up to 4 hours of HD video on a Blu-ray disc without quality loss and then share it with your customers or send your high-quality master for replication. New Blu-ray technology allows you to archive large amounts of data, audio asset libraries, raw video shoots, image files or complete multimedia projects on long lasting BD media - at a low cost per GB. Easily back up as much as 10 DVDs worth of important files at a fast throughput of 9MB/s. Backward compatible with CD/DVD media, it also offers a compelling interactive multimedia experience when playing back your BD-ROMs. Bundled with full-featured, easy-to-use software, including packet writing and backup applications, it’s the LaCie Blu-ray burning solution for intensive professional use.

Key Features:-

• The professional choice for Blu-ray recording
  
• Easily save 50GB of digital data on 1 disc
  
• BD (Blu-ray)/DVD/CD writer in one drive
  
• Durable metal d2 design; quiet operation

Fully loaded with all the best interfaces, eSATA, FireWire 800, FireWire 400 and USB 2.0 the d2 Quadra brings you complete universal connectivity. Boasting superior features such as a 16MB cache, advanced 3-level power management, bootability and professional backup software, it’s designed for professional performance. Easily back up, archive or exchange all of your files, videos, MP3s and JPEGs or upgrade your PC or Mac with additional capacity. Its space-saving d2 design by Neil Poulton is so versatile, it can stand upright, stack or be rack-mounted safeguarded by the best in heat dissipating technology. Our LaCie Shortcut Button allows you to easily launch any application with one push, such as the included software EMC® Retrospect® Express for PC or Mac.

Key Features:-

• Quadruple interface for professional use
  
• Fast interface transfer rates up to 1.5Gbits/s (150MB/s)
  
• Advanced cooling system for quiet operation
  
• Plug & play, easy to use, daisy-chainable via FireWire

To survive in the real world, your data needs the protection of the LaCie Rugged Hard Disk. The exclusive creation of world-renowned designer Neil Poulton, this durable, portable external hard drive offers a Hi-Speed USB 2.0 connection. Simply plug it into any PC or Mac with a USB port for backup, archiving, and large data exchange. Its unique scratch-protected aluminum shell and shock-resistant rubber bumper make the LaCie Rugged Hard Disk especially resistant to harsh elements, providing extra protection wherever you need it. Best of all, it’s rated shock-proof up to 2.2 meters, and evaluated under the MIL-STD-810, a series of standards from the United States Army’s Developmental Test Command that test how well a specific device performs when placed under stress or extreme conditions.

• MIL-compliant; shock-proof up to 2.2 m
  
• USB Boost: up to 33% faster data transfer
  
• LaCie Sync and LaCie Backup Assistant software included
  
• Design by Neil Poulton

• MIL-compliant; shock-proof up to 2.2 m
  
• Maximum speed: up to 800Mbits/s with FireWire 800
  
• Triple interface, bus powered, plug & play
  
• Design by Neil Poulton

More compact and much faster than conventional hard drives, this small portable triple interface powerhouse boasts unmatched high capacity and speed for its size. Exclusively designed by Neil Poulton for LaCie, it has a unique sturdy, aluminium body engineered to dissipate heat without a fan, for silent operation. It offers the universal connectivity of Triple Interface (2 x FireWire 800, 1 x FireWire 400 and 1 x USB 2.0 ports). FireWire bus-powered, there’s no need for a cumbersome AC adapter* and it’s capable of FireWire daisy-chaining. With unrivalled portable speed and built-in RAID 0, it’s ideal for demanding users such as audio-video professionals who need mega mobile storage.

Key Features:-

• Size matters: smaller dimensions, bigger performance
  
• Up to 82MB/s – fast for DV, HDV & some SD video
  
• Silent, sturdy, compact, mobile design
  
• Triple Interface for universal connectivity

1. Advice - Our qualified and experienced sales team provide advice based on their many years of experience within the video industry.
    
   
2. Free Support - Our trained support experts provide you with 12 months free Telephone Technical Support on your purchased product. Our support line is a standard national call, not a premium rate call.
    
   
3. Quick Dispatch - 90% of online orders are dispatched within one working day. All orders are dispatched by insured next-working-day delivery services.
    
   
4. Returns Service - Unlike many resellers, Planet PC will deal with returns on your behalf should your product develop a fault. Once you have returned your product to us we will deal with the administration and handle the costs involved with forwarding the product to the appropriate manufacturer (often in the EU), ensuring a return is obtained in a timely fashion and delivering a replacement/your repaired product to you* by an insured delivery service. *Only free if within the U.K. mainland - If outside the U.K. mainland then a delivery charge will be payable when your repaired/replaced product is returned to you.
    
   
5. Training Courses - Planet PC offer a range of video related Training Courses, tailored to your specific needs.
    
   
6. Customer Services - Our prompt and courteous customer support staff are on hand to help with any queries.