Read the forums here and the horror stories on any ext. HDS. While you can store to ext. HDs don't plan on extended periods or make it permanent. You've been warned.
Yes, you can use ext. HDs and other media for super critical storage. However, the only safe method is to use discs, like CD/DVD/BD. That way at least you can have some saved if the worst happens. Make multiple copies as well. Many users are now into "online storage" provide the cost isn't too much, like Carbonite(sp) and similar. You can also check NAS type storage for a simple home setup as well. Since, you plan to do alot of saving, please consider that too much is too much, so plan what you need to keep. Checkout the storage forum for other methods od more details plus review the requests for help.
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Hi,
Looking for some help with my backup situation.
I have 2 computers (desktop & laptop), both running XP.
Hard drives are fairly small on both (about 80 gb)
I also currently have a 500gb external that is just about full.
My needs for data storage are about to get much greater for 2 reasons.
I have just had a son, and my wife and I are shooting a lot of HD video. I am also backing up my entire music collection in FLAC format.
I'd like to get a 1 tb drive for my music and laptop backup, and designate the 500gb drive for photos/video and desktop backup.
On top of that, I was considering getting a 2tb drive to serve as a backup for these 2 externals and both computers.
Is this an incredibly dumb idea? Is there a better solution?
Also, is it better to use automatic backup software on a regular basis (recommendations welcome, besides the included western digital package or Norton's included backup software) or just do a good old fashioned copy/paste once/month?
Knowing USB 3.0 is available how important should that be in my purchases?
Thanks in advance for any help.

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