LaCie 8TB d2 Professional USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 External Hard Drive – STHA8000800

The LaCie d2 Professional 8TB External Hard Drive (Part Number: STHA8000800) delivers enterprise-grade storage performance in a professional desktop form factor. Designed for content creators, media professionals, and backup-heavy workflows, it features a Seagate IronWolf Pro 7200 RPM hard drive and a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 interface, delivering transfer speeds up to 260 MB/s. With broad compatibility—including Thunderbolt 4, Thunderbolt 3, USB4, and USB 3.0—this drive seamlessly integrates into modern and legacy systems. Pre-formatted in exFAT for universal plug-and-play functionality, it’s ready for use on both Windows and macOS. Also included is a 5-year limited warranty and 5-year Rescue Data Recovery Services plan for added peace of mind.

Product Features

Customize Your Backup with LaCie Toolkit

LaCie Toolkit software lets you take control of your data protection strategy. Easily schedule automatic backups, initiate one-click backups on demand, or sync folders between devices to safeguard your important content.

Edit with Adobe Creative Cloud

Get started with a one-month complimentary membership to Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps. Ideal for creative professionals who use tools like Premiere Pro, Lightroom, and Photoshop in their workflow. Activation requires registration and internet access.

Built for Demanding Workloads

The STHA8000800 model is equipped with a Seagate IronWolf Pro enterprise-class hard drive, supporting 24/7 operation and workloads up to 300TB per year. It’s optimized for high-resolution video editing, large-scale backups, and high-volume project storage.

Future-Ready USB-C Connectivity

With a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port, this drive supports ultra-fast 10 Gb/s transfer rates and is compatible with USB4, USB 3.0, Thunderbolt 3, and Thunderbolt 4. It ensures fast and reliable performance across both current and next-gen systems.

Premium Aluminum Enclosure

Built from a single solid block of aluminum, the rugged enclosure adds structural strength while also enhancing thermal performance and minimizing vibration during operation.

Intelligent Cooling Design

A whisper-quiet fan works in conjunction with the heat-dissipating aluminum body to keep the drive cool and consistent, even under heavy workloads.

iPad Storage Expansion

Connect the STHA8000800 directly to a compatible USB-C iPad to expand your tablet’s storage and access files instantly—ideal for mobile creators and on-the-go editing.

Rescue Data Recovery Services

Comes with a 5-year Seagate Rescue Data Recovery Services plan to help recover your data in the event of physical damage, user error, or system failure.

Five-Year Warranty

Enjoy professional-level peace of mind with a limited 5-year warranty, one of the longest in its class for external hard drives.

Product Specifications

• Part Number: STHA8000800
• Interface: USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gb/s)
• Storage Capacity: 8TB
• Drive Type: Seagate IronWolf Pro Enterprise HDD, 7200 RPM
• Max Data Transfer Speed: Up to 260 MB/s
• File System: Pre-formatted exFAT (reformat to NTFS for Windows or APFS/HFS+ for macOS)
• Operating System Compatibility: Windows, macOS
• iPad Compatibility: Yes, with USB-C iPadOS 14 or later
• Enclosure Material: All-aluminum unibody
• Cooling System: Whisper-quiet fan with passive heat dissipation
• Power Source: External AC Adapter (100–240V, 50/60Hz)
• Software: LaCie Toolkit Backup Software
• Adobe Subscription: 1-Month Adobe Creative Cloud All Apps
• Data Recovery: 5-Year Seagate Rescue Services
• Warranty: 5-Year Limited Warranty