Automated Backups

[joelm3103]

Ok I'm new to this in the sense that I've never really set up an automated backup. Normally for my backup uses, I just burn my files lol. Anyways lets get down to the point.

For this scenario, items used are: Dad (PC), Aunt (PC) and "Serv"(PC). Dad (PC) and Aunt (PC) are both equipped with Allway Sync.

All PC's are in a home network, totally basic. Each connected via a router using normal LAN cables.

If I configure correctly, each PC would have an individual job as to what folder/files to sync.

Dad (PC) Folder 1 -> "Serv" (PC)
Aunt (PC) Folder 2 -> "Serv" (PC)

So in theory I can leave "Serv" (PC) running 24/7 and have the other 2 backup on a daily basis to it right?

It's just for backup purposes as the files would not have to be pulled back / imaged to either PC on boot. Do I have anything wrong or will this work? Don't have a 3rd PC (Serv) at the moment to try this, but I decided to ask to make sure so I won't be wasting my time.

 

[S0ULphIRE]

I'd use SyncToy, then create two shared folders on Serv (one for each PC) and map one share to each PC. Then you can easily automate it with Windows.

 

[joelm3103]

Ah okie, I'll download it and try it out . Thanks for the fast reply .

 

[S0ULphIRE]

no probs you can test it out for now by creating a share on Dad and mapping the share on Aunt. See if it works ok.

 

[joelm3103]

I'll give that a try and see how it goes, if that's a success (most likely ya) then I'm in business!