Back-Up Tips
- Back up your data on a frequent, regular basis. For really important data, make an additional back-up.
- Store a copy of your back-up off site, in case of disaster or theft.
- Except for tape archives, do not use data compression. Although it saves space, it makes recovery more difficult.
- When choosing an external back-up drive, be sure the enclosure has an internal fan to provide forced air circulation. Provide enough space around the drive to promote adequate ventilation.
- Fast serial ATA (SATA) drives generate a lot of heat and are more succeptible to failure if allowed to overheat. When installing an internal SATA drive, be sure it is well ventilated.
- When purchasing a hard drive, note the manufacturer's warranty, which ranges from one to five years. Data Savers, LLC sells Seagate® brand drives which typically carry a five year manufacturer's warranty.
- A manufacturer's warranty does not cover the data on the drive. If you return a hard drive under warranty, expect to receive a blank (and possibly recertified) drive in return.
- Back up your data on a frequent, regular basis. For really important data, make an additional back-up.
- Store a copy of your back-up off site, in case of disaster or theft.
- Except for tape archives, do not use data compression. Although it saves space, it makes recovery more difficult.
- When choosing an external back-up drive, be sure the enclosure has an internal fan to provide forced air circulation. Provide enough space around the drive to promote adequate ventilation.
- Fast serial ATA (SATA) drives generate a lot of heat and are more succeptible to failure if allowed to overheat. When installing an internal SATA drive, be sure it is well ventilated.
- When purchasing a hard drive, note the manufacturer's warranty, which ranges from one to five years. Data Savers, LLC sells Seagate® brand drives which typically carry a five year manufacturer's warranty.
- A manufacturer's warranty does not cover the data on the drive. If you return a hard drive under warranty, expect to receive a blank (and possibly recertified) drive in return.