The LaCie Rugged Mini 2TB External Hard Drive (Orange) features shock resistance, drop resistance and a rubber sleeve for added protection. It also features rain-resistant and pressure-resistant you can drive over it with a 1-ton car and it still works. Its small size makes it perfect to take with you wherever you go and its Rugged exterior provides protection against accidental drops, shock, or pressure. The Speed of USB 3.0 With the Rugged Mini, you've got the speed of USB 3.0 and full backward compatibility with USB 2.0, meaning that you can use it on almost any computer. You can transfer a 700MB video file in less than 7 seconds with USB 3.0, compared to 25 seconds with USB 2.0. Additionally, you can use the LaCie Mac USB 3.0 Driver to improve data transfer speed on your Mac (up to a 30% performance increase compared to FireWire 800). LaCie Private-Public The Rugged Mini doesn't just keep your data safe from external forces, it also protects against intrusion. With secure password protection software built-in, it's easy to make sure that your files are secure and protected, no matter where you go. You can even use access your password-protected files using any computer, ensuring complete data mobility-and complete data safety.