Mac Mini Server for Time Machine Back-ups

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Hi All,

I have two MacBooks where I am considering using a MacMini server for Time Machine back-ups. Here is the configuration I am considering:

1) MacMini operating OSX server connected via an ethernet cable to my ASUS RT-AC68U router.
2) Four bay Thunderbolt drive enclosure connected to the MacMini.

This might be a bit overkill just for Time Machine back-ups. But I am considering shutting down my aging HP Media Smart Server operating Windows Home Server and then using the above configuration for all storage/back-up requirements.

Cheers,

Donald Barar

 

[ColdCase]

Thats similar to what I've been using for a couple years now without issue. We have six computers/laptops backing up to the mini managed time machine destination. I have a left over time capsule where a couple of the computers are also set to back up. We end up with two TM backup copies of those computers which was simple to set up.

 

[Gav2k]

I do the same. Also hosts plex and iTunes.

 

[priitv8]

I'm in the same boat. And I even manage to do that with a C2D Mini from 2009 and USB 2.0 drive. Works very well. My setup might hit a bandwidth cap when I were to stream many FullHD streams, but I do not.