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product_id: 232666387
title: "LaCie 1big Dock 8TB — USB‑C Desktop External Hard Drive, for Mac & Windows, Thunderbolt 3, card reader — Rescue Data Recovery included"
brand: "seagate"
price: "R477"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: false
reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/232666387-lacie-1big-dock-8tb-usb-c-desktop-external-hard-drive
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# Thunderbolt 3, blazing 40Gbps speed 8TB Seagate IronWolf Pro HDD, massive reliable storage 45W USB-C charging, power your laptop & devices LaCie 1big Dock 8TB — USB‑C Desktop External Hard Drive, for Mac & Windows, Thunderbolt 3, card reader — Rescue Data Recovery included

**Brand:** seagate
**Price:** R477
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Dock, Store, Power — The Ultimate Creative Hub for Pros Who Demand More

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** LaCie 1big Dock 8TB — USB‑C Desktop External Hard Drive, for Mac & Windows, Thunderbolt 3, card reader — Rescue Data Recovery included by seagate
- **How much does it cost?** R477 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/232666387-lacie-1big-dock-8tb-usb-c-desktop-external-hard-drive)

## 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

- • **Future-Proof Your Data:** Includes 5-year warranty plus Rescue Data Recovery Service for ultimate peace of mind on your valuable projects.
- • **Power Up Without Pause:** Charge your Mac or laptop with up to 45W via Thunderbolt 3, or deliver up to 80W pass-through when connected to your laptop’s power supply.
- • **Unrivaled Speed & Reliability:** Powered by a 7200 RPM Seagate IronWolf Pro HDD, engineered for intensive film projects and massive data transfers.
- • **Centralize Your Creative Command Center:** 5-in-1 docking station with CF/SD card readers, DisplayPort 1.4, dual Thunderbolt 3 ports, and USB hub for seamless workflow.
- • **Universal Compatibility Meets Portability:** Works flawlessly across Mac, PC, iPad, and iPhone, all packed in a sleek, portable 1.7 kg form factor.

## Overview

The LaCie 1big Dock 8TB is a high-performance external hard drive and docking station designed for creative professionals. Featuring Thunderbolt 3 technology, a 7200 RPM Seagate IronWolf Pro HDD, and a versatile 5-in-1 hub with CF/SD card readers, DisplayPort 1.4, and dual Thunderbolt 3 ports, it centralizes your workspace while delivering blazing fast data transfer and reliable storage. With up to 45W laptop charging and a 5-year warranty including Rescue Data Recovery Service, it’s the ultimate all-in-one solution for filmmakers and content creators seeking speed, power, and peace of mind.

## Description

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Review: It. Never. Sleeps. (Oh yes it does!) - There's a constant whine from the unit when idle, that I think is mostly from the cooling fan, but may be the hard drive itself spinning, or quite possibly both. It never sleeps. It never spins down and shuts the **** up. The usage pattern I have is that I may be using the computer it's connected to for hours without needing it, but then I go away and that computer becomes a server where I'm using content on that drive remotely. So, having it shut up when not being used would be nice. It may be macOS (Monterey)'s fault. I've told Spotlight to not index it, I've told it it can put idle disks to sleep, I've made sure nothing user-visible is looking at it. And yet, every few seconds, there's an access (by the sounds of it), and that's probably keeping it awake. If it is the fan, it's not as automatic as it's made out to be, as even when the drive is idle and the room it's in is frankly chilly, it keeps going. The only option is to actually eject the volume; that works, but then must be manually remounted using disk utility when I want it to be available for use. Apart from that it works great. It's just that it's almost as insomniac as I am. (I don't have an eject icon.) Edit: Naturally minutes after posting I figured it out. Clearly I needed to embarrass myself by making a public complaint first. Edited review in case it helps someone coming after: It does sleep. The thing that was preventing it sleeping, in my case, was CleanMyMacX, which generally speaking is a good thing, but either its menubar utility or the health monitor daemon was prodding the disk frequently enough to keep it awake. I'd forgotten about it until I ejected then remounted the disk and it offered to delete the trash on it. Disable background monitoring and quit all CleanMyMacX processes, and after a reasonable delay, the drive went to sleep just fine. Watch out for other similar utilities/processes that might be doing that kind of background monitoring, like antivirus tools, etc. At some point I'll get back to trying to figure out how to have CMMX working but not keeping that drive awake, for the time being, it's just disabled entirely. As that was the only problem I was having, added a star to the rating.
Review: Excellent - Excellent so far. Doing its job at the moment. I hope it continues, and if it does, I will be over the moon.

## Features

- 1big Dock is an external hard drive and laptop docking station for filmmakers looking to centralise their desktop peripherals and store a massive portfolio of work with high-performance Thunderbolt 3 technology
- Get 5-in-1 docking power with a built-in USB hub and charging station featuring CF and SD card reader slots, a DisplayPort 1.4 output, and dual Thunderbolt 3 ports for daisy chaining with universal USB compatibility
- Enjoy best-in-class speed and reliability with a Seagate IronWolf Pro HDD for the most intensive film projects
- Charge a USB-C Mac or other laptop with up to 45W of power through Thunderbolt 3 (up to 30W when daisy chaining other devices) — and even up to 80W of power pass through when using a laptop’s power supply
- For long-term peace of mind, 1big Dock includes a five-year product warranty with Rescue Data Recovery Services

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B082PJG4KN |
| Best Sellers Rank | 106,466 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 378 in External Hard Drives |
| Box Contents | 1Big HDD 8TB, USB cable, The actual capacity may vary. |
| Brand Name | Seagate |
| Cache Memory Installed Size | 8 |
| Color | 1big Dock |
| Compatible Devices | Desktop, Laptop |
| Customer Package Type | Standard packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars (143) |
| Data Transfer Rate | 1712 Megabits Per Second |
| Digital Storage Capacity | 8 TB |
| Enclosure Material | Glass |
| Form Factor | Portable. |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 03660619406609 |
| Hard Disk Description | Mechanical Hard Disk |
| Hard Disk Form Factor | 3.5 Inches |
| Hard Disk Interface | Serial ATA-600 |
| Hard Disk Rotational Speed | 7200 RPM |
| Hard-Drive Size | 8 TB |
| Hardware Connectivity | Thunderbolt, USB 3.1 Type C, USB Docking Station |
| Installation Type | External Hard Drive |
| Item Length | 118 Millimetres |
| Item Type Name | 8000 GB external HDD |
| Item Weight | 1700 Grams |
| Item Width | 56.3 Millimetres |
| Manufacturer | LaCie |
| Media Speed | 240 Mo/s |
| Model Name | 1big Dock HDD |
| Model Number | STHS8000800 |
| Network Connectivity Technology | USB |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Features | Portable |
| Product Warranty | 5 year manufacturer |
| Read Speed | 280 Megabytes Per Second |
| Specific Uses For Product | Business, Personal |
| UPC | 763649133934 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Seagate
- **Colour:** 1big Dock
- **Compatible devices:** Desktop, Laptop
- **Connectivity technology:** USB
- **Digital storage capacity:** 8 TB
- **Hard disk description:** Mechanical Hard Disk
- **Hard disk form factor:** 3.5 Inches
- **Hard disk interface:** Serial ATA-600
- **Installation type:** External Hard Drive
- **Special feature:** Portable

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It. Never. Sleeps. (Oh yes it does!)
*by R***M on 24 January 2022*

There's a constant whine from the unit when idle, that I think is mostly from the cooling fan, but may be the hard drive itself spinning, or quite possibly both. It never sleeps. It never spins down and shuts the **** up. The usage pattern I have is that I may be using the computer it's connected to for hours without needing it, but then I go away and that computer becomes a server where I'm using content on that drive remotely. So, having it shut up when not being used would be nice. It may be macOS (Monterey)'s fault. I've told Spotlight to not index it, I've told it it can put idle disks to sleep, I've made sure nothing user-visible is looking at it. And yet, every few seconds, there's an access (by the sounds of it), and that's probably keeping it awake. If it is the fan, it's not as automatic as it's made out to be, as even when the drive is idle and the room it's in is frankly chilly, it keeps going. The only option is to actually eject the volume; that works, but then must be manually remounted using disk utility when I want it to be available for use. Apart from that it works great. It's just that it's almost as insomniac as I am. (I don't have an eject icon.) Edit: Naturally minutes after posting I figured it out. Clearly I needed to embarrass myself by making a public complaint first. Edited review in case it helps someone coming after: It does sleep. The thing that was preventing it sleeping, in my case, was CleanMyMacX, which generally speaking is a good thing, but either its menubar utility or the health monitor daemon was prodding the disk frequently enough to keep it awake. I'd forgotten about it until I ejected then remounted the disk and it offered to delete the trash on it. Disable background monitoring and quit all CleanMyMacX processes, and after a reasonable delay, the drive went to sleep just fine. Watch out for other similar utilities/processes that might be doing that kind of background monitoring, like antivirus tools, etc. At some point I'll get back to trying to figure out how to have CMMX working but not keeping that drive awake, for the time being, it's just disabled entirely. As that was the only problem I was having, added a star to the rating.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent
*by S***O on 3 August 2023*

Excellent so far. Doing its job at the moment. I hope it continues, and if it does, I will be over the moon.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Working well
*by J***D on 25 June 2021*

Plus points- it works well, connected to a 27 inch imac (2019), has a 6TB Lacie pro drive attached to its daisy chain thunderbolt connector, and a 4TB drive attached to the USB connection. Given the constraints of a mechanical drive works with reasonable haste. Minus points- much as the 10TB Iron Wolf Nas Pro hard disc it comes with is really good, it's quite loud. Some people point out that access to the hard drive is a bit too easy and can be removed by accident, but I think that as long as you are careful its ok. You have to decide if it is worth the premium over the D2 style but prices on this model were low when I made my purchase.

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*Last updated: 2026-04-23*