Comparing NAS backup options with external drives

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5Byte
Junior Member

12-30-2022, 02:59 AM

I use a NAS with a single 4TB USB drive for real-time sync features. Would this storage option make the drive more vulnerable to damage compared to keeping it as an infrequent backup (not on the NAS)? This setup is quite basic, using the NUC6i5SYK with TrueNAS and Syncthing.

5Byte

12-30-2022, 02:59 AM #1

EmilyLee13
Member

01-07-2023, 04:22 PM

Whether in a NAS or not, there is no change in the risk of damage.
The actual drive will fail once it stops working.

EmilyLee13

01-07-2023, 04:22 PM #2

Whether in a NAS or not, there is no change in the risk of damage.
The actual drive will fail once it stops working.