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Table 5 · 08-07-2013, 12:07 PM

So I'm looking to get some sort of long-term storage/backup solution, and frankly I'm confused with all the terminology and options out there. It's not my forte by any means.

Wondering if someone could recommend something for what I need.

Needs:
1. Need a way to backup all my work and photo files. Look for at least 8 terrabytes.
2. I would like to have some sort of Raid solution were the files are houses on two separate drives (so if one dies, it will still all be there on the other). Not sure what "Raid number" this is.
3. Ideally I'd like to be able to swap out drives, so I can store a couple off-site (in case of fire etc.). Again not, sure what Raid number allows this.
4. I currently only have a USB 2.0/firewire computer, but it seems like Thunderbolt is the next big thing with Apple computers, so I'd like to future proof. Ideally, Id get something with both Tbolt/USB connection. If not, then Thunderbolt, and get an adapter to USB/FW.

Any particular brands or models to recommend? I'm definitely not a fan of Lacie. Ive heard G-Tech is pretty good, although the stuff isn't cheap. I'll pay for the right brand though if its worth it.

I currently have a 1TB Airport Time Capsule, that acts as my daily backup, which is nice. Although Ive had it for 4-5 years now and it looks like it's ready to crap out, so I'm thinking of upgrading to the 3TB Time capsule...although I think this would be outside of my regular backup.

Any thoughts would be appreciated!

08-07-2013, 12:07 PM	#1
Table 5 Franchise Player Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: NYYC Exp:	Tell me about RAID and/or other backup solutions! So I'm looking to get some sort of long-term storage/backup solution, and frankly I'm confused with all the terminology and options out there. It's not my forte by any means. Wondering if someone could recommend something for what I need. Needs: 1. Need a way to backup all my work and photo files. Look for at least 8 terrabytes. 2. I would like to have some sort of Raid solution were the files are houses on two separate drives (so if one dies, it will still all be there on the other). Not sure what "Raid number" this is. 3. Ideally I'd like to be able to swap out drives, so I can store a couple off-site (in case of fire etc.). Again not, sure what Raid number allows this. 4. I currently only have a USB 2.0/firewire computer, but it seems like Thunderbolt is the next big thing with Apple computers, so I'd like to future proof. Ideally, Id get something with both Tbolt/USB connection. If not, then Thunderbolt, and get an adapter to USB/FW. Any particular brands or models to recommend? I'm definitely not a fan of Lacie. Ive heard G-Tech is pretty good, although the stuff isn't cheap. I'll pay for the right brand though if its worth it. I currently have a 1TB Airport Time Capsule, that acts as my daily backup, which is nice. Although Ive had it for 4-5 years now and it looks like it's ready to crap out, so I'm thinking of upgrading to the 3TB Time capsule...although I think this would be outside of my regular backup. Any thoughts would be appreciated!