I'm currently facing a storage issue with our 2TB Windows file server, which is maxed out. I'm considering switching to a rack-mounted Synology system with Backblaze B2 for offsite backups to support our engineering and marketing teams. My testing has been positive so far. However, since we're about two years away from a full upgrade of our Nimble/VMware setup, I need to ensure that this alternative solution is reliable in the meantime. It's been a while since I've deployed a Synology in a business setting—about 15 years—so I'm curious if there are any potential pitfalls regarding performance to be aware of. We're a small company with fewer than 100 users, and I prefer not to transition to OneDrive. We already own the Synology from a previous project that has now concluded. Is there any reason I shouldn't proceed with this plan?
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Absolutely! File servers are pretty interchangeable these days. Hardware specs tend to provide similar performance regardless of the operating system.
I highly recommend using Active Backup for Business along with Hyper Backup for your cloud storage. It's efficient and handles backup tasks reliably. I run hourly backups on a 22TB file server, and it saves both time and space thanks to its CBT feature.
I've been using two rack-mounted Synology units with Backblaze B2 for a while now, and it's been running smoothly for years! It's a solid setup for backup and storage, so you should be good to go.
Your solution can definitely work, it all hinges on your IOPS needs. Just ensure your organization knows its Recovery Time Objectives (RTO) and Recovery Point Objectives (RPO) so that Backblaze B2 fits those requirements. For example, if a disaster strikes, you'll need quick access to critical files.
This setup should work well for you! If you find performance lacking, consider adding some SSD caching to boost speed, especially if the workload increases.
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