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so computer getting to the point where it needs to be reformatted soon. although I would like to back up all my steam games, music, and movies, I'm thinkin I maybe need something between 75 and 100 gb, something larger it you think it would be practical later on down the line. Idk how much external hard drives cost but I'd like something decent, not top of the line nor bottom of the barrel, I suppose above average. what would you guys recommend? In an hour of Darkness a blind man is the best guide. In an age of Insanity look to the madman to lead the way. 
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You can get a decent 1 TB external HD for around 120-150 bucks now adays. You could also buy a special kit that lets you make an external HD out of an internal HD which is cheaper.  ahhhh_crap wrote:no, splinter has ethics and whut has emotions
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as cool as a 1tb external sounds, I doubt I'll ever need anything that big... and the kit sounds like it's complicated, actually I just dont wanna tinker with stuff In an hour of Darkness a blind man is the best guide. In an age of Insanity look to the madman to lead the way.
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Western digital makes some good ones called Passports that I have used often and sold to customers at my last job. I hear that Seagate also makes some good ones. If you go to a store, those are probably what you will find. Another recommendation would be this: http://www.newegg.com/Pr...px?Item=N82E16822324026 I personally have used this enclosure, its tough, reliable, and sexy. Its taken a beating and still works great. I can't vouch for the drive in it though, I bought mine empty and put my own drive in it.
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another question about externals, is it just plug n play akin to a flash drive? In an hour of Darkness a blind man is the best guide. In an age of Insanity look to the madman to lead the way.
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Gunslinger wrote:another question about externals, is it just plug n play akin to a flash drive? Typically, yes. Safety + Peace
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External drive = drive that has been pulled out of the case still attached and placed on the floor. :) Place files on it, reformat other drive, install windows on reformatted drive, now your games are safe forever.
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Gunslinger wrote:another question about externals, is it just plug n play akin to a flash drive? Yes, aslo long as you get a regular USB drive. Most, if not all, of the ones you would find in a store are plug and play.
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The kits are stupidly easy to make. All you do is put the HD into the box, plug in the wires, and your basically done. Don't let the idea intimidate you. ahhhh_crap wrote:no, splinter has ethics and whut has emotions
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Gunslinger wrote:another question about externals, is it just plug n play akin to a flash drive? Externals are glorified usb drives, yes. They do need an external power source... HOWEVER!! The Western Digital MyPassport does not. It draws from the USB, and comes with lots of memory. Do not get the Western Digital MyBook brand. I got one, and its dead. With all my stuff on it. =( You could also back up on CD's and floppies. If you wish to make an apple pie from scratch, you must first invent the universe. - Carl Sagan My Backpack
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Splinter wrote:The kits are stupidly easy to make. All you do is put the HD into the box, plug in the wires, and your basically done. Don't let the idea intimidate you. This is bad advice and I would NEVER recommend someone do this if they are not comfortable with the idea. Sure they might be able to do it, but if something goes wrong, they don't know enough to fix it, or even to know what is wrong. If that happens, they are out time and money and it is just a mess. Besides, for the application and size he is looking for, the financial benefits of assembling your own are low to nonexistent. Gunslinger: Just go to Bestbuy or get on Newegg and get a Seagate or WD that is the right size and price for you, it is really that easy. Muffalopadus wrote:Externals are glorified usb drives, yes. They do need an external power source...
HOWEVER!! The Western Digital MyPassport does not. It draws from the USB, and comes with lots of memory. Do not get the Western Digital MyBook brand. I got one, and its dead. With all my stuff on it. =(
You could also back up on CD's and floppies. Basically comes down to this: If they are big in physical size, they will need to also be plugged into the wall, if they are small they can be powered off of USB. Also lol floppies... I don't think that most of the files that I would want to back up would fit on a single floppy. Many of my digital photos are over 1.44MB.
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Don't listen to Muff. He has one HD drive fail on him and QQ. Fact of the matter is, you can't have enough backups, or backups of your backups, to create a perfect world. the MyBook is simply a larger, wall-powered unit, most often also capable of using FireWire (inb4 QQ FIREWIRE FTL NO ONE USES LOL). I have had a MyBook for about 2 years now and it houses my personal backup as well as my movies. My Passport houses movies as well. They're both amazing. silverwasp wrote:Be careful what you wish for... I have 10 younger siblings and I am only 20....
Yes.... Same parents WarMachine wrote:meh...maybe if he hadn't been handed a burning house he could have done great things, but right now he has won the Prize for what? Damage Control?
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HolyJaw wrote:Fact of the matter is, you can't have enough backups, or backups of your backups, to create a perfect world. All of my files are synced and distributed automatically, using secret computer science magic, across the internet to 3 different computers, across 6 harddrives, 2 geographic locations, and 3 different operating systems. Mah data ain't goin' nowhere. Edit: For the record: The breakdown is this: 1. Custom Server - Debian based Linux customized for servers - RAID 5 with 3x 320GB drives. 2. Custom Desktop - Windows 7 - RAID 1 with 2x 500GB drives 3. Asus Netbook - Ubuntu - 1x 250GB SSD
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HolyJaw wrote:Don't listen to Muff. He has one HD drive fail on him and QQ. Fact of the matter is, you can't have enough backups, or backups of your backups, to create a perfect world. the MyBook is simply a larger, wall-powered unit, most often also capable of using FireWire (inb4 QQ FIREWIRE FTL NO ONE USES LOL). I have had a MyBook for about 2 years now and it houses my personal backup as well as my movies. My Passport houses movies as well. They're both amazing. I'm sorry, I should have been more detailed. 1: I've known 3 friends who own MyBooks that have had them die on them. 2: You cannot just take the HD off of them and fix it, you have to like rebuild the Mybook with other mybook parts. Frakenstein style, ya? (the kicker) My MyBook lasted 3 years. My friends mybooks survived for 3 years. Better start looking for something else, Holy. If you wish to make an apple pie from scratch, you must first invent the universe. - Carl Sagan My Backpack
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3 years is a common age for HDDs to fail. If I remember correctly, the median time is 3-5 years depending on manufacture and specs.
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