Storage
Aug 26, 2012 21:19:44 #
cwnlsl
Loc: Lake SAint Louis,MO
I had a computer crash years ago and lost some pictures and now I'm paranoid. Does anyone have any suggestions for storage? I Take a lot of pictures and they are large files. I will appreciate any suggestions you have.
Thanks~
Charlotte
Thanks~
Charlotte
Aug 27, 2012 05:58:43 #
There are a fews to back your photos
I've been using DVDs which are ok, but you are best to use an external hard drive
I have two 1.5 tb HDs USB attached to MacBook pro one photos and videos and the other for other stuff.
Also two portable HDs one for videos and the other for photos these are plugged into a media player which is attached to the TV
You see plenty of backup, good insurance. Hope this helps and never under estimate the importance of backup. Regards
I've been using DVDs which are ok, but you are best to use an external hard drive
I have two 1.5 tb HDs USB attached to MacBook pro one photos and videos and the other for other stuff.
Also two portable HDs one for videos and the other for photos these are plugged into a media player which is attached to the TV
You see plenty of backup, good insurance. Hope this helps and never under estimate the importance of backup. Regards
Aug 27, 2012 06:05:11 #
FilmFanatic
Loc: Waikato, New Zealand
Another option that I am exploring right now is using Dropbox to archive your images. They sell extra storage up to 200gb I believe, that way you have the files available but with an offsite backup so even if your house burns down you have a good backup
Aug 27, 2012 07:02:43 #
The exteral hard drive is great, I use that and I also put them on DVD's to. Now with the new things out I use the Blueray Disc to back them up and only use a good quality disc to do it. They will last for a long time and no electrical problems to go wrong with anything.
Aug 27, 2012 07:03:08 #
I have two 3 terra bite drives now, configured with RAID0. The second drive mirrors the first drive.I keep all of my images on them, not in the computer.
Aug 27, 2012 07:03:33 #
FilmFanatic
Loc: Waikato, New Zealand
I used to burn DVDs but for some reason neither of my machines will talk to my DVD writer
Aug 27, 2012 08:56:05 #
Carbonite http://www.carbonite.com/en/
Off site, automatic, worry free, not that expensive.
I don't work for them, but use them. And, I speak with over 45 years in computer repair / service management.
Off site, automatic, worry free, not that expensive.
I don't work for them, but use them. And, I speak with over 45 years in computer repair / service management.
Aug 27, 2012 10:02:34 #
Yes CDs and DVDs are questionable (even though I do use them) because they are constantly changing the back up software. As for Carbonite and other Cloud systems keep in mind that your server may have some limitations on what you can send off. I got into deep trouble with a Microsoft cloud (Lifeboat) because I don't have unlimited access. Verizon is still trying to collect.
Aug 27, 2012 11:04:50 #
Multiple backup drives are advisable since any one can fail. Send your best photos to an offsite location so you don't loose them in case of fire, flood, tornado, etc.
Aug 27, 2012 17:32:15 #
A good external harddrive is key for what you need. Better yet, get 2 and keep one somewhere else (a relative's or at the bank in the lock box) so you have a definate backup in case something happens.
Aug 28, 2012 12:39:43 #
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