LaCie 1Big Dock
Amateur Photographer Review: LaCie 1Big Dock. At a Glance
- Desktop hard drive, 4TB – 16TB
- Built-in CF and SD card readers
- Thunderbolt/USB-C computer connection
- DisplayPort 1.4 video output
If you're into taking high-resolution photos or 4K videos, you'll know how important reliable storage is. One of the biggest problems professional photographers face is managing their data, especially since most high-end laptops are built around relatively low-capacity SSDs.
The recent Apple MacBooks are great, but the lack of SD slots and HDMI or full-size USB ports leaves you relying on multi-function USB-C hubs.
LaCie 1big Dock Key Features:
USB 3.0: A front USB port for connecting another hard drive or card reader, or for charging your phone.
Card readers: The device has Compact Flash and SD, both of which can be used simultaneously.
One cable: A Thunderbolt 3 cable for data transfer, 4K display output, and up to 70W of power delivery to your laptop.
DisplayPort 4.1: It can connect two 4K displays or one 5K display simultaneously. HDMI and DVI-D adapters are available.
With the 1big Dock, Lacie has consolidated much of what you need into a single device. It's designed to be a high-capacity, reliable workhorse hard drive that includes memory card slots along with USB 3.1 and Thunderbolt/USB-C ports.
Internally, the 1big Dock features a Seagate IronWolf Pro 7,200rpm professional hard drive. Four storage options are available, ranging from 4TB to 16TB.
With such a device, file transfer speeds are crucial. Copying a full 64GB SD card to the hard drive takes about ten minutes, which equates to around 100MB/sec, while the drive is capable of transferring files at at least 230MB/sec to or from an external SSD.
Data recovery
LaCie has you covered with LaCie Rescue Data Recovery. In the event of hard drive failure, you are eligible for a free professional recovery attempt.
LaCie 1big Dock: The Verdict
Given its price, the LaCie 1big Dock is a premium choice for users who need to process large amounts of data without sacrificing speed. It's an ideal solution for professionals with demanding workflows.
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