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NAS recommendation for WiFi backup

  • serafina
  • April 20, 2024 at 4:27 PM

There are 2 replies in this Thread which has previously been viewed 787 times. The latest Post (April 21, 2024 at 10:40 AM) was by aficionado.

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    serafina
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    • April 20, 2024 at 4:27 PM
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    After determining that it was the external backup HD that causes crashes on my MacBook, I am consider (again) to use a NAS to backup over WiFi instead of a cabled one. Especially since my Macbook only has two USB-C ports, which are both taken (one for the power cord, one for the external monitor).

    I know there are some entry-level (non-nerd) solution by WD, but I have also read that they can be hacked from the Internet, which is something I dread. I am looking to invest some money (500-ish USD) and I need to use it to backup my MacBook Air using TimeMachine. According to Apple, what I am looking for is: Network-attached storage (NAS) device that supports Time Machine over SMB (Server Message Block )

    It seems that Synology offers a range of NAS devices that would fit the description, highly rated on Amazon. This articlehas a short review of the best options.

    I'd like to buy it from the US and have it brought over with grabr or I will buy it this summer (European summer) when visiting home.


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    • April 20, 2024 at 8:59 PM
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    According to this site, any QNAP or Synology NAS support Time Machine

    AFAIK, with Synology NAS you can put a WIFI adapter (not included) in the USB port

    which NAS device for time machine? - Apple Community

    There are videos on YT on how to configure Synology NAS with Time Machine (I assume)

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    • April 21, 2024 at 10:40 AM
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    Network-attached storage (NAS) device that supports Time Machine over SMB (Server Message Block )

    That will be a smart investment for your home office.

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