Looking for a good Cloud Backup Vendor
Jan 1, 2023 17:19:41 #
TriX wrote:
“Free” storage that’s included with another subscr... (show quote)
Exactly, same way that I do with Carbonite for cloud storage and syncback for local.
Several people mention Amazon prime, with unlimited storage storage for photos as a way to back up.IMHO Amazon prime is not a backup system. It's great for creating folders and sharing.
Jan 1, 2023 17:37:11 #
Arizona Art
Loc: SE Florida
jcwall396 wrote:
Is the MyCloud website through Western Digital? This sounds interesting as another possible option for me....
Yes it is. FWIW I configured my NAS as a RAID 5 for an extra layer of data security so I’m fairly well protected from a crashed NAS drive.
I access this drive from anywhere I travel. No monthly fees to do this.
Search Western Digital NAS solutions for more info.
Jan 1, 2023 17:46:02 #
DirtFarmer wrote:
I don't think you need to include the OS in your backup. (1) it's too large and will take up too much space on your backup system and (2) it's readily available from online sources.
I'm talking about a recovery back up.
Jan 1, 2023 18:11:35 #
frankraney wrote:
I'm talking about a recovery back up.
You can recover by downloading the OS. You don't need that in your backup. However, you might want to back up the registry.
Jan 1, 2023 18:22:02 #
jcwall396 wrote:
Does anyone here who has used Backblaze have a couple of screen shots of the dashboard? I've looked at their website and am very interested in it and iDrive, but would like to see what the Backblaze dashboard / user interface looks like. iDrive shows theirs....thanks in advance!
Here are a couple I just took with personal information blurred out.
Backblaze Log in screen
Main Dashboard. As you can see, you can select either Download files to your system or have them send a hard drive (for small refundable fee). The Private Key login is where you enter your "Private Key" (fairly long) to unlock files for restoration
Here is the backed up file list. As you can see I have my main iMac hard drive and 3 external drives. You can select files/folders or drives to restore.
Jan 1, 2023 18:37:28 #
jcwall396 wrote:
Hey guys - I am currently using several external hard drives for my backups. I have lost data before so I am very paranoid about making sure I have several backups of my photos both on my desktop and stored in a fireproof safe. I'm now looking for a good cloud backup vendor. I have about 3TB worth of data and as we travel, that's getting larger. What do you guys use? Looking for something not very complicated that I can backup to and restore if needed and quick / easy access.
I have been using Carbonite for several years.
Jan 1, 2023 19:16:48 #
lbarnett25
Loc: Baldwinsville, NY
I found Carbonite somewhat confusing and was never sure if my files were backed up or not. Switched to Backblaze and love it.
Jan 1, 2023 19:34:05 #
Basil wrote:
Here are a couple I just took with personal information blurred out.
Ah, this is excellent!! Thank you so much for taking the time to capture these. I’m between Backblaze and iDrive right now, but I think I’m going to try Backblaze. From what I can tell, it will suit my needs nicely and not cost a fortune. Really appreciate the input from everyone!
Jan 1, 2023 20:47:45 #
jcwall396 wrote:
Ah, this is excellent!! Thank you so much for taking the time to capture these. I’m between Backblaze and iDrive right now, but I think I’m going to try Backblaze. From what I can tell, it will suit my needs nicely and not cost a fortune. Really appreciate the input from everyone!
Just keep in mind that BackBlaze is strictly a file backup if you have the basic service. You can do file sharing with their upgrade B2 service (I don't use that)
Jan 1, 2023 21:23:20 #
Basil wrote:
Just keep in mind that BackBlaze is strictly a file backup if you have the basic service. You can do file sharing with their upgrade B2 service (I don't use that)
good to know, and yes, I do need to think about that. Probably need some quality time staring at the ceiling before I pull the trigger……
Jan 2, 2023 02:12:16 #
Jan 2, 2023 06:53:50 #
jcwall396 wrote:
I do have a hub, but apparently not a “good enough” one. There are two USB-A and two USB-C ports and apparently the second one of each doesn’t have enough power to run my disk drive….? My backup drive won’t show up when I plug it in. And yes, I did test my primary drive in the port, also. The first port is fine, the second, not so much….I might take a look at a better hub / splitter / whatever that has more power.
Some are powered, most are not!
Loren - in Beautiful Baguio City
Jan 2, 2023 09:10:45 #
DirtFarmer wrote:
I don't think you need to include the OS in your backup. (1) it's too large and will take up too much space on your backup system and (2) it's readily available from online sources.
Jan 2, 2023 09:17:20 #
jcwall396 wrote:
Ah, this is excellent!! Thank you so much for taking the time to capture these. I’m between Backblaze and iDrive right now, but I think I’m going to try Backblaze. From what I can tell, it will suit my needs nicely and not cost a fortune. Really appreciate the input from everyone!
iDrive is one of the few (maybe the only?) products that provides both backup (like Backblaze), and folder sync/sharing capability (like Dropbox or OneDrive) in a single product. There are uses for both. iDrive is also one of the few that keeps historical versions permanently. Backblaze charges extra for this important feature.
I have used iDrive for well over a decade....used it with many business customers, done a few restores (both large and small), and can recommend it heartily.
Jan 2, 2023 10:10:25 #
NCMtnMan
Loc: N. Fork New River, Ashe Co., NC
IDrive. Been using them for years. Excellent pricing and options.
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