Seagate Rugged Mini 1TB USB 3.0 Ruggedized Mobile Hard Drive

Name: Seagate Rugged Mini 1TB USB 3.0 Ruggedized Mobile Hard Drive
Brand: Seagate
SKU: LAC301558
Price: 129.70 USD
Availability: BackOrder

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MPN: LAC301558

UPC: 093053827984

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Key Features

1 TB portable storage capacity
USB 3.0 direct-attached connection
USB 2.0 backward compatibility
Ruggedized mobile hard-drive enclosure
Carry 1 TB of portable hard-drive storage for files, media, and local backups.
Connect through USB 3.0 for direct-attached storage workflows.

Move working files, media libraries, project archives, and local backups between systems with 1 TB of portable hard-drive capacity. The LaCie Rugged Mini uses USB 3.0 connectivity for direct-attached storage workflows where transfer speed matters more than network access. It can also connect to USB 2.0 hosts, making it suitable for mixed fleets that include older laptops, desktops, and field-service systems. A ruggedized exterior distinguishes the Rugged Mini format from a conventional bare portable drive. Its compact mobile form supports transport between offices, job sites, studios, and temporary work areas while keeping storage physically separate from the host computer. The drive is intended for direct connection to a computer rather than installation inside a server, desktop chassis, or NAS enclosure. Seagate LAC301558 provides the 1 TB USB 3.0 configuration in the LaCie Rugged Mini family. Select it when the required device is a portable external hard drive with a ruggedized enclosure and a USB connection, rather than an internal SATA drive, network storage appliance, or solid-state drive. The combination of 1 TB capacity and USB 3.0 support makes it appropriate for carrying active data sets that exceed the practical capacity of removable flash media.

Ideal For

Field teams transporting project files between office and job-site computers
Creative workstations carrying media assets and working archives
Laptop users maintaining a separate local backup drive
Mixed-age computer fleets requiring USB 3.0 and USB 2.0 connectivity

Why This Product

1Provides 1 TB capacity in the compact Rugged Mini portable format.
2Uses USB 3.0 for higher-speed direct connection to compatible hosts.
3Retains USB 2.0 compatibility for older computer connections.
4Pairs mobile hard-drive storage with a ruggedized exterior.

Storage

Capacity	1 TB
Drive Type	Ruggedized mobile hard drive

Shipping

Shipping Weight

0.75 lb

Connectivity

Host Interface	USB 3.0
Backward Compatibility	USB 2.0 compatible

Product Identification

UPC	UPC 093053827984

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Rugged Mini and LAC301558?▾

Rugged Mini is the LaCie model designation for this portable external hard-drive family. LAC301558 is the specific Seagate ordering code for the 1 TB USB 3.0 Rugged Mini configuration.

What capacity does LAC301558 provide?▾

LAC301558 provides 1 TB of storage capacity. It is intended for portable file transport, local backup sets, media libraries, and other data that needs to travel with a laptop or workstation.

Can the Rugged Mini connect to a USB 2.0 computer?▾

Yes. The drive uses USB 3.0 connectivity and is compatible with USB 2.0 hosts. A USB 2.0 connection allows use with older systems, although transfer performance is limited by the older interface.

Is LAC301558 an internal hard drive?▾

No. LAC301558 is a ruggedized mobile external hard drive for direct connection to a computer through USB. It is not intended for installation in an internal drive bay, server chassis, or NAS enclosure.