Can anyone tell me what the diff is between Backup Plus and Time machine?
I started and the following screen showed up (see below). Does this mean that Seagate Backup Plus will replace Time Machine? Or does it supplement TM?
I'm afraid that if I select "Use as Backup Disk" I might regret it...so I'd like to understand.
Thx
MacBook Air, Mac OS X (10.7.5), Actually version 10.9.3
Seagate Backup Plus is a brand name for a Hard Drive
Time Machine is backup software, that can be used with a Seagate Backup Plus.
Seagate Backup Plus is a brand name for a Hard Drive
Time Machine is backup software, that can be used with a Seagate Backup Plus.
If you wish to use Time Machine with your Seagate drive, say yes.
But why would I want to use Backup Plus if I already have Time Machine?
What is the advantage of using both?
If one backup fails then you have one still ready to be used if the need arises. This of course assumes that they are on separate HDDs. If data has value, a priuent user will have two separate backups as a minimum (especially in a vocational situation).
Ciao.
beth917 wrote:
But why would I want to use Backup Plus if I already have Time Machine?
What is the advantage of using both?
You asked the question, do you understand it?
Prurient?
Jived again eh.
Every now and then I revert to OZian, by accident (and habit) of course.
😁
Ciao.
Time Machine is only software — it is not (cannot) backing up your data, unless you have an external hard drive attached to your Mac.
Backup Plus is an external hard drive. Time Machine will backup your data onto the Backup Plus, if you say "Yes."
The Seagate drive also comes with its own automatic backup software for PCs, but on a Mac you should use your Mac's Time Machine software to do this job.
If you want automated regular backups to an external hard drive, and you aren't already using another external hard drive, click "Yes" — this will be the first time you are backing anything up.
Thanks, John!
You're welcome Beth!
Difference between Seagate Backup Plus and Time Machine?
