I'm currently looking to build a new computer as my old system is starting to feel its age.
Since I've got my 5D *(see note) I've noticed that my HDD space is being eaten away pretty fast (only currently got 200Gb). I'm thinking of getting 3 HDDs in total
1x 150Gb WD Raptor for OS, games etc (could get away wth a 74Gb if I want to save money)
2x X00Gb Samsung spinpoints for photos and all other data
Option 1:
Setup the two Samsungs in RAID 1
Option 2:
Have one drive in an external enclosure that I backup the one in the computer to once a week.
With the latter if I disconnect the external enclosure completely until I actually backup, my data should be protected if I lose (electrical damage, failure, theft etc) the computer itself but it will require me to physically remember to backup on a weekly basis. RAID 1 on the other hand will in effect automatically backup for me but won't protect me from accidental deletion or a catastrophic loss of the computer. It's all roundabouts and swings tbh
I'm currently being tempted by option 2 as it's more secure plus i'm planning to get a Shuttle (lifestyle requirements) and space inside it is at a premium.
What would you recommend? either the options above or something completely different
*note: Canon EOS 5D, big image files upto ~18Mb each (RAW)
Since I've got my 5D *(see note) I've noticed that my HDD space is being eaten away pretty fast (only currently got 200Gb). I'm thinking of getting 3 HDDs in total
1x 150Gb WD Raptor for OS, games etc (could get away wth a 74Gb if I want to save money)
2x X00Gb Samsung spinpoints for photos and all other data
Option 1:
Setup the two Samsungs in RAID 1
Option 2:
Have one drive in an external enclosure that I backup the one in the computer to once a week.
With the latter if I disconnect the external enclosure completely until I actually backup, my data should be protected if I lose (electrical damage, failure, theft etc) the computer itself but it will require me to physically remember to backup on a weekly basis. RAID 1 on the other hand will in effect automatically backup for me but won't protect me from accidental deletion or a catastrophic loss of the computer. It's all roundabouts and swings tbh
I'm currently being tempted by option 2 as it's more secure plus i'm planning to get a Shuttle (lifestyle requirements) and space inside it is at a premium.
What would you recommend? either the options above or something completely different
*note: Canon EOS 5D, big image files upto ~18Mb each (RAW)
other computers aren't feasable but NAS sounds like an option as i'll have a network setup so me and my girlfriend can share our interweb connection, I'll look into it.
