The LaCie 4big Quadra definitely sets a new standard in RAID Technology

LaCie today announced the 4big Quadra, the mostPrézelin, LaCie Product manager for Creative Pro
complete four-bay RAID solution for small servers,solutions. "For instance, the 4big Quadra enables digital
creative pro workstations or offices that need largecontent creators to work on multiple HD video
storage and backup capacity, superior speed andstreams or to manage RAW photos libraries with live
advanced security. Offering capacities of up to 6TBeffects."
(6000GB) and a versatile hot-swap feature, the 4bigThe 4big Quadra not only sets a new standard in
Quadra supports seven RAID modes including RAID 0RAID technologyand performance, but was also
and RAID 5 for optimal performance and datadesigned with the modernprofessional office in mind.
protection.Its stackable and chainable design helps to save
Thanks to its native RAID controller that conservesspace, and it is expandable and scalable up to four
computer resources, the 4big offers burst transferunits (providing up to an amazing 24TB capacity and
rates reaching up to 200-230MB/s* through eSATA600 MB/s transfer rates). The 4big Quadra's universal
3Gbits. This solution integrates perfectly withconnectivity (with eSATA, Firewire 400/800, and
most applications that demand high speed, such asHi-Speed USB 2.0 interfaces) helps to ensure
photo processing, audio/video projects, pre-press, andmaximum compatibility with any Mac or PC.
even HD post-production. Compatible with TimeCompared to traditional RAID towers, it saves up to
Machine, the 4big also comes with Genie Backup80 percent more energy, and its revolutionary
Manager Pro and Intego Backup Manager Pro forultra-reliable cooling system is almost 50 percent
customizable backup and computer recovery.quieter, making it the perfect choice for creative
"The LaCie 4big Quadra definitely sets a newprofessionals. The technology, performance and design
standard in RAIDTechnology for creativeof the 4big Quadra make it an ideal addition to any
professionals and small sever backups," said Arnaudworkspace.