Automated Backups

[BrknFngrs]

Can anyone recommend some good software that would do automated backups (just basic direct copies) of a network shared drive?

I have a computer that I have running all the time which handles downloads and has attached storage (Mac) and I have another PC based computer that is only on when being used. I'm looking for software to run on the PC that will scan my attached storage, compare the files to what's already on the PC and copy over anything new.

Any suggestions?

[djayz]

I've been using Grand Backup for a while now and I like the simplicity with all the customization features.

Can also do manual back-ups and have several timed back-ups.

http://www.grandbackup.com/

[PulsePro]

I've just been using the built in windows system backups. I believe it's under programs -> maintenance -> backup.

You can backup to a network drive. In fact, mine's currently set to back up to my NAS (DNS-323) drive. For my mac, I have a Mac Mini running OSX Server with a 2TB drive plugged in and set the Time Machine to backup all connected computers.

If you only have small documents to backup, why not look into iDrive? You get 5GB free and it's only $50 for 150GB storage. It's compatible on both Macs and PCs

[punky]

I'm using acronis, and i love it.

[BrknFngrs]

Originally posted by djayz
I've been using Grand Backup for a while now and I like the simplicity with all the customization features.

Can also do manual back-ups and have several timed back-ups.

http://www.grandbackup.com/

Hmm, this seems like a fairly solid option. Do you know specifically if it's able to compare to folders and only copy over new items? I full backup on a regular basis isn't feasible.



Originally posted by PulsePro
I've just been using the built in windows system backups. I believe it's under programs -> maintenance -> backup.

You can backup to a network drive. In fact, mine's currently set to back up to my NAS (DNS-323) drive. For my mac, I have a Mac Mini running OSX Server with a 2TB drive plugged in and set the Time Machine to backup all connected computers.

If you only have small documents to backup, why not look into iDrive? You get 5GB free and it's only $50 for 150GB storage. It's compatible on both Macs and PCs

I didn't actually realize that windows built in backup was particularly flexible; if it will do what I need that would be ideal. I don't think iDrive will be a viable option as I'm looking to monitor and backup significantly more than sizes you mentioned.


Originally posted by punky
I'm using acronis, and i love it.

I've never heard of this one, I'll have to do some reading on it. Thanks.

[PulsePro]

As shown in this picture, it gives you the option to save to a network. Which is how I'm currently running it as. Makes daily backups and I believe the backups are incremental (just like Time Machine) so you will only really have to make one "real" backup.
http://www.microsoft.com/library/media/1033/windows/images/windows-7/features/backup.jpg

http://www.microsoft.com/windows/windows-7/features/backup-and-restore.aspx