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That's a good point and something I will keep in mind. Thanks for the input!

I wouldn't say overkill at all. Of course everyone has their own system but I agree that a NAS is preferable to a connected device for file backups-- even for a single PC. Especially given my ...

Thanks for the input Stives. Given we have 5 computers on our home network, it seems to me that a network connected NAS is actually a good way to go for file backup. Always on, network accessible, etc.

Seems most of the discussion around NAS devices here is focused around streaming media and such. As I have no need for that particular application I'm looking for some advice as to a solid 4 bay ...

Very far from it I'm afraid. In fact networks such as Facebook are one of the biggest competitors to the search giant Google. They're also poised to become a very real threat to cable news networks ...

Thanks Tom (and everyone who replied). In the end I did go with exFAT.

The recovered HD (external USB) I received back from Seagate after they were able to recover files from a crash, has BitLocker installed which prompts for a password every time the drive is ...

Interesting to read how much different any one person's experience with a particular vendor can be. A few years ago I bought a pretty high end Sager. Came with 3x750GB HDs, big screen, lots of RAM ...

While I did not see it on your list, of course tech specs are important, but at the very top of my list would be support. I don't buy support upgrades for many things but would not buy a notebook ...

Good points-- thanks. Primary focus in this case is, as I mentioned, working drives not backup and mostly for video editing apps such as Adobe Premiere. I'm afraid my Photoshop skills don't merit ...

Good info-- thanks much. "Depends" indeed. So many variables. The article you referenced although a bit dated really does get down in the weeds as to multiple factors involved in transfer rates. ...

Thanks for the detailed input Jim. Also thanks to all for the suggestions. Obviously, as you point out, not necessarily a cut & dry choice when one considers all of the variables. I only use 7200 ...

For backup purposes I've never cared that much about overall transfer speed given I'd typically run a large backup overnight. But when it comes to working drives for apps such as Photoshop or ...

Thanks for the input Bill. Feeling pretty comfortable things will work ok for us.

We anticipate shooting some events this season where AC power will not be available. Trying to figure out the best options with respect to a generator. For example, given a 23" touch screen ...

It doesn't. Appreciate the suggestions but it's DOA. Exploring various recovery vendors now.

The problem is that it doesn't come up in the OS. Simply not recognized.

Was this a software type recovery or did you send it out?

Thanks Henry. Would you mind sharing how much Ontrack charged for the recovery?

Thanks for the input. Basically it justs died. No visible/audible clues before one day it just didn't show up (Win 7). I've tried different computers & docking devices with no luck. It does act ...