Time Machine + External Network Drive [Archive]

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skarocks47

Aug 28, 2009, 04:40 AM

Hi,
I was wondering if it is possible to back up using time machine to a network drive such as http://www.wdc.com/en/products/products.asp?driveid=586 .
If so could you tell me how to do so?

csuk83

Aug 28, 2009, 06:23 AM

Yeah, it will work in the same way as a time capsule connected via an ethernet cable.

All you'll need to do is select the drive from time machine preferences.

skarocks47

Sep 2, 2009, 03:49 AM

I also am backing up wirelessly from my MBP. So the real question is can i back up wirelessly to this drive. or is wireless backup only possible with a TC

gorjan

Sep 2, 2009, 03:55 AM

I have the same drive, and it works perfectly with TM wirelessly in SL.

Take a look at this:
http://www.readynas.com/?p=253

skarocks47

Sep 2, 2009, 04:22 AM

So it doesnt support it natively but with some twaeking it can be done. thanks very much

rjp

Sep 29, 2009, 08:55 AM

So it doesnt support it natively but with some twaeking it can be done. thanks very much

This hack used to be necessary, but as of earlier this year it is no longer required. Apple released an airport extreme FW upgrade that now allows usb drives plugged into them to be used as wireless TM backup volumes with no modifications whatsoever. It is apparently still "unsupported" though. Not sure why.