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88lucky
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11-21-2023, 07:24 AM

#11

If it's just a backup, I wouldn't be overly concerned about redundancy since you can always rerun the backup. The likelihood of both your laptop and the NAS failing simultaneously is minimal, though it depends on how much you prioritize reducing risk.

88lucky

11-21-2023, 07:24 AM #11

unormal2
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11-21-2023, 02:29 PM

#12

No, hard drives typically last much longer than three years on average.

unormal2

11-21-2023, 02:29 PM #12

No, hard drives typically last much longer than three years on average.

td0703
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11-22-2023, 08:11 PM

#13

I share a lot more details than just the basics. I own over 100 hard drives, many of which have exceeded 30K hours. Typically, I expect them to last between five to ten years before they’re no longer reliable. I’ve had to take out more drives from service because they’re too small or underperforming, not due to failure.

td0703

11-22-2023, 08:11 PM #13

Crazy_Heaven
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11-24-2023, 08:34 PM

#14

Within a $200 budget, is there another choice that offers a more effective alternative to what you proposed?

Crazy_Heaven

11-24-2023, 08:34 PM #14

Within a $200 budget, is there another choice that offers a more effective alternative to what you proposed?

MikaCupcake
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12-13-2023, 11:50 AM

#15

You're currently in the US. For this setup, I'm likely going single with a 4TB drive. Consider IronWolf or Toshiba if they're more affordable; desktop drives aren't significantly cheaper, so I'll opt for one of the NAS 4TB options. If you need more storage, I'd expand to external 8TB drives. Raid isn't necessary—just keep data safe by using an external HDD and storing it offsite, syncing monthly or as needed.

MikaCupcake

12-13-2023, 11:50 AM #15

RoseJr
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12-14-2023, 02:21 AM

#16

You're in the US. Hard drives work well in cold storage, but performance can vary. For future expansion, consider solid-state options or modular designs that scale easily. Jabod?

RoseJr

12-14-2023, 02:21 AM #16

You're in the US. Hard drives work well in cold storage, but performance can vary. For future expansion, consider solid-state options or modular designs that scale easily. Jabod?

Nero12321
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12-15-2023, 05:50 AM

#17

Hard drives perform reasonably well over time, though regular checks are advisable. The effectiveness depends on your setup choices in the operating system, and sometimes simply adding a new drive can increase available space using techniques like Btrfs, ZFS, or storage quotas.