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danielgroz
Aug 29, 2013Aspirant
Remote backup onto NAS - connection issues
Hi all, I'm trying to back up a folder on my work computer onto my home NAS. My workplace has a static IP and have also set my work computer with a static LAN IP. I have set up port forwarding to d...
StephenB
Sep 05, 2013Guru - Experienced User
ReadyNAS Remote is an option I guess. I stopped using it a long time ago due to inadequate performance, though it may perform better now. One benefit is that would be no firewall issues, and you could the run backup jobs from either the PC or the NAS. You could also look into setting up a VPN between your home and the office. This would give you secure access to the full office network from home (and vice versa). Small business routers often have that feature.
Are you just wanting an inexpensive disaster recovery? Or are you wanting to make your office files available for use at home?
Are you just wanting an inexpensive disaster recovery? Or are you wanting to make your office files available for use at home?
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