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Network - Enquiries - 10-19-2023
Hi,
We have a small business. There are only 3 of us. We currently have our data on Dropbox and share our files between us this way. Can we go with a NAS system? We only need to be able to access our files between us, and it would be nice to access them outside the office as well.
I was thinking of backing up the NAS to carbonite? What do you think is our best option?
Our files are between 100MB to 250MB. They are Autodesk Revit files. We would need to prevent someone else from accidentally accessing a file if we have it in use.
Thanks!
RE: Network - ed - 10-20-2023
Certainly, a NAS system could be a great solution for your small business with three users. It allows you to easily access and share files while providing more control over your data. For your specific requirements, I would recommend a Synology NAS, such as the DS220+ or DS224+, which are reliable and user-friendly options.
To address the issue of file access and sharing, the NAS system can be set up to create a secure and private file-sharing environment. You can control user access, ensuring that only authorized users can access specific files. Plus, Synology NAS devices offer mobile apps, so you can access your files remotely when needed.
Regarding backups, using a service like Carbonite is a good idea. You can configure your NAS to regularly back up its data to Carbonite, ensuring data redundancy and security.
Since your files are relatively large, make sure to choose a NAS with sufficient storage capacity, perhaps starting with 6TB and considering future expansion needs.