Hi guys,
I want to create a decent backup of my data. Currently I have a 120gb drive and a 30gb drive. I want to get a 250gb drive to replace both of these and use the 120gb as a backup drive and the 30gb as a paging drive.
Now my idea is to just connect the 120gb when i need to backup or put it in an external case and connect via usb. Also i will backup the most important data onto good quality DVD-RWs.
Is this a good idea, if I keep the 120gb in my case but not connected will it be safe enough for a long time? Also will good quality DVD-RWs be ok for a number of writes?
Also what is the best make of drive for my replacement? I was thinking either WD, Seagate or Samsung.
thanks
daven
I want to create a decent backup of my data. Currently I have a 120gb drive and a 30gb drive. I want to get a 250gb drive to replace both of these and use the 120gb as a backup drive and the 30gb as a paging drive.
Now my idea is to just connect the 120gb when i need to backup or put it in an external case and connect via usb. Also i will backup the most important data onto good quality DVD-RWs.
Is this a good idea, if I keep the 120gb in my case but not connected will it be safe enough for a long time? Also will good quality DVD-RWs be ok for a number of writes?
Also what is the best make of drive for my replacement? I was thinking either WD, Seagate or Samsung.
thanks
daven