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product_id: 250143699
title: "LaCie 2 TB Rugged Mini USB 3.0 Portable 2.5 Inch Shock, Drop and Crush Resistant External Hard Drive for PC and Mac (LAC9000298)"
brand: "lacie"
price: "$325.11"
currency: USD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.ec/products/250143699-lacie-2-tb-rugged-mini-usb-3-0-portable-2
store_origin: EC
region: Ecuador
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# USB 3.0 + USB-C/Thunderbolt 3 compatible Shock & drop resistant up to 1.2m Pressure resistant up to 1000 kg LaCie 2 TB Rugged Mini USB 3.0 Portable 2.5 Inch Shock, Drop and Crush Resistant External Hard Drive for PC and Mac (LAC9000298)

**Brand:** lacie
**Price:** $325.11
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Rugged speed meets rock-solid security — because your data deserves the best.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** LaCie 2 TB Rugged Mini USB 3.0 Portable 2.5 Inch Shock, Drop and Crush Resistant External Hard Drive for PC and Mac (LAC9000298) by lacie
- **How much does it cost?** $325.11 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ec](https://www.desertcart.ec/products/250143699-lacie-2-tb-rugged-mini-usb-3-0-portable-2)

## Best For

- lacie enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted lacie brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Seamless Speed:** USB 3.0 interface with USB-C and Thunderbolt 3 compatibility ensures lightning-fast transfers for heavy workloads.
- • **Rugged Reliability:** Built to survive drops up to 1.2 meters and crushing pressure of 1000 kg — your data’s ultimate bodyguard.
- • **Military-Grade Security:** AES 256-bit encryption and automatic backup software keep your sensitive files locked tight and effortlessly safe.
- • **Travel-Ready Durability:** Compact 2.5-inch form factor with a rugged aluminum and orange design that screams adventure-ready.
- • **Cross-Platform Powerhouse:** Plug-and-play with both PC and Mac, making collaboration and mobility effortless for the modern professional.

## Overview

The LaCie 2TB Rugged Mini is a portable 2.5-inch external hard drive designed for professionals on the move. It offers shock and drop resistance up to 1.2 meters, crush resistance up to 1000 kg, and fast USB 3.0 connectivity with USB-C and Thunderbolt 3 compatibility. Featuring AES 256-bit encryption and automatic backup software, it ensures your data stays secure and accessible across PC and Mac platforms. Its compact, durable design is backed by a two-year warranty, making it the go-to choice for photographers, travelers, and anyone needing reliable, high-capacity storage.

## Description

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Review: Perfect for back-ups - Reliable and durable external drive. Transfer speeds are fast, and the rugged design gives peace of mind when traveling or working on the go. Works perfectly for backups and large files.
Review: The best storage for photographers! - Being a photographer storage is everything! And I’ve been a lacie user for years. This is one of the highly recommended Storage especially for travellers.

## Features

- Shock and drop resistant up to 1.2 m in non-operating mode
- Pressure resistant up to 1000 kg (2205 lbs)
- Automatic backup software and AES 256-bit encryption provide seamless protection of your important data
- Compatible with USB-C and Thunderbolt 3. Micro B to USB C (included) . USB Micro B to USB Type A cable (not included)
- Enjoy long-term peace of mind with the included two-year limited warranty

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00IRV005E |
| Are Batteries Included | No |
| Batteries | 1 AAAA batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | #557 in Computers ( See Top 100 in Computers ) #9 in External Hard Drives |
| Brand | LaCie |
| Color | Aluminium, Orange |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (30,213) |
| Date First Available | 8 March 2014 |
| Form Factor | Portable |
| Hard Disk Description | Mechanical Hard Disk |
| Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 5400 RPM |
| Hard Drive Interface | USB 2.0/3.0 |
| Hard Drive Size | 2 TB |
| Hardware Platform | PC, Windows 8 |
| Item Weight | 280 g |
| Item model number | LAC9000298 |
| Lithium Battery Energy Content | 2.6 Watt Hours |
| Lithium Battery Packaging | Batteries contained in equipment |
| Lithium Battery Weight | 5 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Lacie |
| Number Of Lithium Ion Cells | 4 |
| Number of USB 2.0 Ports | 1 |
| Operating System | Latest version of Windows® 7 or later / Mac OS® X 10.5 or later (LaCie Private-Public software requires Mac Intel® processor) |
| Power Source | USB |
| Product Dimensions | 13.46 x 8.6 x 1.87 cm; 280 g |
| Series | 9000298 |
| Software Included | Mac OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** LaCie
- **Colour:** Aluminium, Orange
- **Compatible devices:** Laptop
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Digital storage capacity:** 2 TB
- **Hard disk description:** Mechanical Hard Disk
- **Hard disk form factor:** 2.5 Inches
- **Hard disk interface:** USB 2.0/3.0
- **Installation type:** External Hard Drive
- **Special features:** Portable

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: What's the difference between this mini and the thunderbolt?**
A: If I understand the question, the only difference between the two drives is that the one you are referencing has a USB 3.0 port, and the other has a Thunderbolt port.  The drives themselves are identical.  If you have a computer with a USB port, of any generation, the drive with the USB 3.0 port will work well with it.  The drive is fastest when it's plugged into a USB 3.0 port, but is backwards compatible with a USB 2.0 port.  The drive with the Thunderbolt port will work only with a computer that also has a Thunderbolt port.  Thunderbolt is faster than USB, but is not yet in really wide use.  Step one:  Determine which ports your computer has.  The LaCie drive itself is a gem, regardless of which port it uses.  (P.S.  Some drives have BOTH USB and Thunderbolt connectivity.)

**Q: Is this a solid-state (flash storage) drive?**
A: I searched Amazon for a LaCie solid state (SSD)  external portable drive and was brought to this page.  Most of the reviews don't mention SSD and it appears that all the reviews for the several different models of this LaCie external drive are combined together. So, 4 people said no, this is not about drives with SSD, and then one person said yes. Far more people are not going to have an SSD model because it's WAY more expensive. Most people will prefer to get one that is in the $150-$250 price range at most. The ones with SSD cost a lot more than that. And worth it too if you have the money because they are so fast, no comparison.  If i scroll up from this Question section, this is what is at the top of the auction page but again these same questions and reviews will show up no matter which model  you search for, with a different name at the top:
LaCie Rugged Thunderbolt and USB 3.0 SSD 1TB Portable Hard Drive LAC9000602

**Q: can i have a new macbook pro. can i get either the thunderbolt usb-c or the usb-c?**
A: A USB-C hard drive is compatible with Thunderbolt 3 ports on a Mac, so this will work. Also works of course with USB-C ports, and older USB 3.0 ports using supplied cable.

**Q: How does usbc differ from the thunderbolt usb-c option? i see thunderbolt usbc is more expensive**
A: USB-C and Thunderbolt 3 share the same physical connection type (USB-C).  USB-C devices can be connected to Thunderbolt 3 ports, as TB3 supports USB-C devices. However, TB3 drives cannot be connected to USB-C ports on computer. So, this USB-C drive will connect to USB-C ports, Thunderbolt 3 ports, or using included cable, USB 3.0/2.0 ports.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfect for back-ups
*by R***N on 24 December 2025*

Reliable and durable external drive. Transfer speeds are fast, and the rugged design gives peace of mind when traveling or working on the go. Works perfectly for backups and large files.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The best storage for photographers!
*by S***N on 7 August 2020*

Being a photographer storage is everything! And I’ve been a lacie user for years. This is one of the highly recommended Storage especially for travellers.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product an amazing price
*by A***Z on 12 December 2020*

Got this great product at an amazing price. Its been almost a month now, since I have been using it. No complaints yet. Looks sturdy enough. As an extra layer of protection, i bought another case, just in case. The product is 2TB (1.8TB actual storage) and does come with 2 sets of cables (USB-C to USB-C, and USB-C to USB-A). The transfer speeds are fast as well. No Complaints so far!

## Frequently Bought Together

- LaCie Rugged Mini 2TB External Hard Drive Portable HDD - USB 3.0/ 2.0 Compatible, Drop Shock Dust Rain Resistant Shuttle Drive, For Mac And PC Computer (LAC9000298), orange
- Case Compatible with LaCie Rugged Mini 1TB/ 2TB/ 4TB/ 5TB External Hard Drive Portable HDD, Storage Holder for Hard Drives for Mac and PC Computer & USB 3.0 2.0 Cable SD Cards (Orange)
- CableCreation 2FT USB C to Micro B Cable,10Gbps Speed External Hard Drive Braided,USB 3.1 Type C to Micro B Work for iPhone 15/16,Seagate WD Westgate My Passport,MacBook Pro/Air, iPad/Tablet,Black

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*Last updated: 2026-01-24*