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Backup solutions: rant and ask.

Backup solutions: rant and ask.

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09-13-2023, 02:59 PM
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I’m looking for alternative backup tools that a regular user can use. Features like deduplication or “always incremental” backups would be really useful compared to what’s built into Windows. Acronis’ opinion: if you’re considering Acronis True Image 2015, think twice. The interface is tailored for mobile users, not PCs. This isn’t a typical desktop setup—when I set limits like “keep only three backup chains and don’t delete the first one,” it means preserving two full backups plus their subsequent increments. Pay attention to how you manage old backups; they must be handled before starting new ones. Be careful not to let the backup drive run out of space during a backup, or you’ll hit errors like “file not found.” Even after uninstalling, some software keeps running due to leftover files in system directories.

Learning how to track backup sizes helps avoid wasted storage. I work as a solutions tester, ensuring enterprise backup tools function properly. I regularly test enterprise solutions—like SAP with Oracle or Hitachi—so I can verify their backup and restore capabilities.

Among the options I’ve seen, Avamar is the top pick for consumer use. Every backup counts, but after the first one it’s just incremental updates. It’s my go-to B&R solution. Symantec NetBackup comes in second; it offers most features but still depends on prior backups.

With over a billion backup products available, I’m trying to narrow down what’s worth exploring next. Datastor PDP looks interesting if I can get the trial and test it. Also, for those curious about why I’d choose Avamar personally, you’ll need to run it in a virtual environment inside ESXi. That means, unless you have two machines, losing your PC forces a full reinstall—plus VMware setup, recovery, and restore steps. It’s a hassle, but it works well in larger environments with redundancy built in.

For context, I’m not just looking for any backup tool—I want something reliable that delivers real value without the complexity.
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09-13-2023, 02:59 PM #1

I’m looking for alternative backup tools that a regular user can use. Features like deduplication or “always incremental” backups would be really useful compared to what’s built into Windows. Acronis’ opinion: if you’re considering Acronis True Image 2015, think twice. The interface is tailored for mobile users, not PCs. This isn’t a typical desktop setup—when I set limits like “keep only three backup chains and don’t delete the first one,” it means preserving two full backups plus their subsequent increments. Pay attention to how you manage old backups; they must be handled before starting new ones. Be careful not to let the backup drive run out of space during a backup, or you’ll hit errors like “file not found.” Even after uninstalling, some software keeps running due to leftover files in system directories.

Learning how to track backup sizes helps avoid wasted storage. I work as a solutions tester, ensuring enterprise backup tools function properly. I regularly test enterprise solutions—like SAP with Oracle or Hitachi—so I can verify their backup and restore capabilities.

Among the options I’ve seen, Avamar is the top pick for consumer use. Every backup counts, but after the first one it’s just incremental updates. It’s my go-to B&R solution. Symantec NetBackup comes in second; it offers most features but still depends on prior backups.

With over a billion backup products available, I’m trying to narrow down what’s worth exploring next. Datastor PDP looks interesting if I can get the trial and test it. Also, for those curious about why I’d choose Avamar personally, you’ll need to run it in a virtual environment inside ESXi. That means, unless you have two machines, losing your PC forces a full reinstall—plus VMware setup, recovery, and restore steps. It’s a hassle, but it works well in larger environments with redundancy built in.

For context, I’m not just looking for any backup tool—I want something reliable that delivers real value without the complexity.

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