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product_id: 1549854
title: "LaCie LAC9000298 La Cie Rugged Mini USB 3.0 / USB 2.0 External Hard Drive (9000298)"
brand: "seagate"
price: "A$225"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Seagate"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/1549854-lacie-lac9000298-la-cie-rugged-mini-usb-3-0-usb
store_origin: AU
region: Australia
---

# USB 3.0 up to 130MB/s transfer speed 2TB ultra-portable storage Shock & water resistant, drops up to 4ft LaCie LAC9000298 La Cie Rugged Mini USB 3.0 / USB 2.0 External Hard Drive (9000298)

**Brand:** seagate
**Price:** A$225
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🧳 Rugged, rapid, reliable — your digital life’s ultimate travel companion!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** LaCie LAC9000298 La Cie Rugged Mini USB 3.0 / USB 2.0 External Hard Drive (9000298) by seagate
- **How much does it cost?** A$225 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.au](https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/1549854-lacie-lac9000298-la-cie-rugged-mini-usb-3-0-usb)

## Best For

- seagate enthusiasts

## Why This Product

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

## Key Features

- • **Blazing Fast USB 3.0:** Transfer files up to 4x faster than USB 2.0—because your time is valuable.
- • **Massive 2TB Capacity:** Carry your entire digital life effortlessly wherever you go.
- • **Rugged All-Terrain Durability:** Drop, crush, rain? No worries. Built to survive your busiest adventures.
- • **Seamless Mac & PC Compatibility:** Works with both platforms—just reformat for Mac and you’re set.
- • **Bonus Adobe Creative Cloud Access:** Unlock a 1-month free pass to pro photo & video editing apps—create like a boss.

## Overview

The LaCie Rugged Mini is a compact 2TB external hard drive featuring USB 3.0 for fast data transfer speeds up to 130MB/s. Engineered for durability, it resists shocks, drops up to 4 feet, dust, and water, making it perfect for on-the-go professionals. Compatible with both Mac and PC (Mac requires reformatting), it includes built-in password protection and a complimentary 1-month Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps Plan membership for enhanced creative workflows.

## Description

Travel with a capacity of 2TB in an ultra compact portable hard drive—LaCie Rugged Mini. Seamlessly connect to USB 3. 0 computers, transfer content fast with speeds of up to 130MB/s, and trek confidently with all terrain durability of drop, crush, and rain resistance. This drive even includes a complimentary one month membership to the Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps Plan for access to awesome photo and video editing apps, as well as a two year limited for long term peace of mind.

Review: little workhorse - Right from the box to my Mac for Time Machine back up. Completed in less than two minutes
Review: Alot of storage - This hard drive works amazing for storing all the photos and videos from your phone or computer. It is easy to setup and store. The speed to load and transfer files is quick. Worth the money for all it can hold. It doesn't overheat if using it for some time.

## Features

- Shock, drops up to 4 feet, dust and water resistant for all-terrain use.Specific uses: Personal
- For Mac compatibility this Hard Drive requires reformatting. Refer to Application Guide for more details
- Password protection built in
- Uses USB 3.0 which is up to 4 times faster than USB 2.0 (USB 2.0 compatible)
- Includes 1-month complimentary membership to Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps Plan. Must redeem by January 31, 2020

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00IRV005E |
| Batteries | 1 AAAA batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | #13 in External Hard Drives |
| Brand | Seagate |
| Color | orange |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (10,035) |
| Date First Available | March 4, 2014 |
| Flash Memory Size | 2 |
| Hard Drive | 2 TB usb 3 |
| Hard Drive Interface | USB 2.0/3.0 |
| Hard Drive Rotational Speed | 5400 RPM |
| Hardware Platform | Mac, PC |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5.3 x 3.4 x 0.75 inches |
| Item Weight | 9.9 ounces |
| Item model number | LAC9000298 |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer | Seagate |
| 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) |
| Product Dimensions | 5.3 x 3.4 x 0.75 inches |
| Series | LaCie Rugged Mini |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Seagate
- **Color:** orange
- **Compatible Devices:** Laptop
- **Connectivity Technology:** USB
- **Digital Storage Capacity:** 2 TB
- **Hard Disk Description:** usb 3
- **Hard Disk Form Factor:** 3.5 Inches
- **Hard Disk Interface:** USB 2.0/3.0
- **Installation Type:** External Hard Drive
- **Special Feature:** Portable

## Images

![LaCie LAC9000298 La Cie Rugged Mini USB 3.0 / USB 2.0 External Hard Drive (9000298) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81h+P-kLOnL.jpg)

## 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

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ little workhorse
*by S***N on January 7, 2026*

Right from the box to my Mac for Time Machine back up. Completed in less than two minutes

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Alot of storage
*by C***Y on November 20, 2025*

This hard drive works amazing for storing all the photos and videos from your phone or computer. It is easy to setup and store. The speed to load and transfer files is quick. Worth the money for all it can hold. It doesn't overheat if using it for some time.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 10/10 recommend (from a photographer!!)
*by T***N on February 8, 2026*

So far so good! Super easy to use and compatible on a MacBook Pro. The orange cover is also great for protection. Big enough not to lose but small enough for convenience. Love this!!!

## 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: 2026-03-02*