LaCie 301087u User Manual

User Manual

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Should I keep a backup of the data stored on 

the SAFE drive?

It’s always a good idea to keep a backup, or even two backups, of your data. La-

Cie provides a full range of products for backing up data, including tape drives 

and CD and DVD burners.

Do I need to install software on every 

machine that I want to connect to the SAFE 

drive?

No, the SAFE drive does not require any special software to run. Just connect 

the SAFE drive to the computer following the instructions in section 4. 

Con-

necting Your LaCie Drive

 and authorized users can swipe their fingers over the 

sensor to access the drive.

Can users change their profiles or remove 

other users?

No, because only users with Administration privileges have access to the User 

Administration required for adding and removing users and changing user 

profiles.

Are my fingerprints stored on the SAFE 

drive?

The data for recognizing fingerprints is encrypted and stored locally on the 

drive. There is no way this data can become corrupted or be copied. 

Can I open the case on the SAFE drive?

If you remove the SAFE drive from its case, you will void the product warranty.

What is the probability that a fingerprint 

from an unauthorized user can unlock the 

SAFE drive?

It’s very unlikely that this would happen. First, the biometry technology used 

is very safe and reliable. Second, each human has his own biological identity. 

Third, LaCie has selected a sensor for the SAFE drive that is known for it’s 

reliability and quality. The image quality specification is really rigorous so it 

increases the reliability of the SAFE drive.

What happens if the fingerprint sensor is 

damaged?

Just return the SAFE drive to the factory and use the data from one of your 

backups in the meantime. (You did do a backup, right?) Please contact LaCie 

Customer Support.

What happens if the Administrator is not 

available?

LaCie highly recommends giving at least two people Administration privileges 

in case one person leaves the company or is not available. LaCie does not take  

responsibility should no Administrator be available to access the data on your 

drive.

Can the SAFE drive be used on a network?

No, the LaCie SAFE drive can only be used via USB, Hi-Speed USB 2.0 or 

USB 1.0.

What are the LEDs for?

The LED is alternately orange or off during the finger swiping process.  It is red 

when the drive is locked, green when unlocked, and flashes orange to remind 

you to touch the sensor to re-lock it.