LaCie Rugged Triple STEU1000400 1TB USB 3.0 FireWire Portable Hard Drive

The LaCie Rugged Triple STEU1000400 is a 1TB portable hard drive engineered for professionals who need reliable storage in demanding environments. Built to military standard 810-F, it withstands drops from up to 2 meters (6.5 feet) and features a 1000G shock-rated internal drive — making it one of the most field-ready portable drives available for photographers, videographers, and mobile creative professionals.

For those searching for the best rugged portable hard drive for field use, the Rugged Triple delivers on all fronts: triple-interface connectivity spans USB 3.0, FireWire 800, and full backward compatibility with FireWire 400 and USB 2.0, ensuring it works with virtually any professional workstation or laptop configuration. USB 3.0 transfers a 700MB video file in under 7 seconds — compared to 25 seconds over USB 2.0 — while the optional LaCie Mac USB 3.0 driver pushes performance up to 30% faster than FireWire 800 on Apple systems.

The Rugged Triple's four-layer protection system — an orange rubberized shock-absorbing sleeve, aluminum anti-scratch casing, internal rubber bumpers, and a 1000G-rated hard drive — pairs with AES 256-bit software encryption to protect both the physical drive and the data it carries. Automatic Eco mode reduces power consumption by up to 40% when idle, extending notebook battery life during on-location workflows. Compatible with Windows XP through Windows 8 and Mac OS X 10.5 (Intel) through 10.8, the drive includes a full software suite for setup, automatic backup, and encrypted storage right out of the box.

Key Features of the LaCie Rugged Triple Portable Hard Drive

• Military-Grade Drop Protection: Conforms to MIL-STD 810-F and handles drops from up to 2 meters (6.5 feet), protecting your data in the most unpredictable field conditions.
• Triple-Interface Connectivity: USB 3.0, dual FireWire 800 ports (backward compatible with FireWire 400), and USB 2.0 compatibility ensure this drive works with any professional Mac or PC setup.
• AES 256-Bit Encryption: LaCie Private-Public software delivers password-protected hardware-grade encryption, keeping sensitive client files and project data secure at all times.
• Four-Layer Rugged Construction: Orange rubberized sleeve, aluminum anti-scratch housing, internal rubber bumpers, and a 1000G shock-resistant drive combine to deliver serious physical protection in a compact form factor.
• Automatic Eco Mode: Lowers power draw by up to 40% when the drive is idle, meaningfully extending laptop battery life during extended location shoots or editing sessions.
• Included Software Suite: LaCie Setup Assistant, LaCie Backup Assistant for automated backup, and LaCie Private-Public encryption software are all included out of the box for immediate productivity.
• 2-Year Limited Warranty: Backed by LaCie's 2-year limited warranty, providing professional-grade purchase confidence for a drive built to handle daily abuse.

Technical Specifications

• Model Number: STEU1000400
• Storage Capacity: 1TB
• Drive Form Factor: 2.5-inch
• Spindle Speed: 5400 RPM
• Interfaces: USB 3.0 (USB 2.0 compatible), FireWire 800 x2 (FireWire 400 compatible)
• Drop Resistance: Up to 2 meters (6.5 feet) when powered off
• Shock Rating: 1000G
• Military Standard: MIL-STD 810-F
• Encryption: AES 256-bit (software)
• Eco Mode Power Reduction: Up to 40% when idle
• Dimensions (L x W x H): 5.71" x 1.10" x 3.54" (145 x 28 x 90mm)
• Weight: 0.5 kg (1.1 lbs)
• Operating System Compatibility: Windows XP/Vista/7/8, Mac OS X 10.5 (Intel) through 10.8
• Warranty: 2-year limited

What's Included

• LaCie Rugged Triple 1TB Hard Drive
• USB 3.0 Cable (USB 2.0 compatible)
• FireWire 800 Cable
• Quick Install Guide
• LaCie Setup Assistant Software
• LaCie Backup Assistant Software
• LaCie Private-Public AES 256-bit Encryption Software