Is a time capsule a good idea for a college student living in a dorm?

Is a time capsule a good idea for a college student living in a dorm?

Before you buy......you need to check with the school to see if they allow wireless routers in the dorms, or on campus at all.
Most schools prohibt the use of wireless routers due to interference issues.
Even if the school might allow this, there is no way to know in advance how well this might work....and frankly this type of setup is difficult, even if you have a friend who "knows computers".
If it were me, I would purchase a hard drive for backups....just like you do now.... and send an email once or twice a week to the student to remind them to "backup".

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    I have a 500GB 802.11n (2nd Generation) Time Capsule which I use for Time Machine backups from my late-2008 Aluminium Unibody 250GB MacBook.  My problem arose because I have used 229.33 GB of my hard disk on my MacBook, so I have less than 20 GB of free space on my MacBook.  My iPhoto Library is 103 GB and yesterday I dragged it to an External Hard Drive (1TB).  However, I have not deleted the iPhoto Library from my hard drive yet because I wanted to 'test' whether Time Machine would back up the new location of my iPhoto library to my Time Capsule .... the problem I have now is that Time Machine will not backup at all
    I have tried several times to perform a Time Machine backup today, without success.  I receive a message that 'Backup requires 246.75 GB but only 170.97 GB are available.
    I've checked the TM backups on the Time Capsule and the earliest, latest and ONLY backup is one performed yesterday at 10.18am prior to my moving the iPhoto Library to the EHD.  The EHD is formatted as Mac OS Extended (Journaled) and is partitioned into four equal partitions of 250 GB (the fourth partition is slightly less.  The 1st partition has a SuperDuper Bootable Clone of my hard drive (including the iPhoto Library on the Hard Disk).  The 2nd partition is the new location for the iPhoto Library.  The 3rd and 4th partitions are empty.
    Can someone suggest whether I would be safe to somehow (how?) delete the existing TM backup on Time Capsule and simply start with a 'brand new' TM backup tonight?  I'm thinking that if I have all 500GB available then TM SHOULD be able to perform a full backup and then I'll be OK with incremental backups for a while.
    Also, is it possible/feasible (I know it wouldn't be the safest thing to do) to backup the iPhoto Library on the 2nd partition of my EHD to one of the blank partitions?
    i would be grateful for any suggestions as to the best way to proceed
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    Cvdk,
    This is why it may not be a good idea to store other files on the same disk/partition as the Time Machine backups. consider the following:
    Here is Apples’ line on this: “Time Machine works best if you use your backup disk only for Time Machine backups. If you keep files on your backup disk, Time Machine won’t back up those files, and the space available for Time Machine backups will be reduced.” [http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?path=Mac/10.5/en/11430.html]
    This hasn't stopped some from successfully partitioning Time Machine hard disks and storing data on the other partition. As long as the Time Machine backup has its' own partition, you avoid any potential opportunities for conflict.
    However, this is not an option for Time Capsule users as there is no easy way of partitioning the Time Capsules’ internal hard disk without elaborate effort. Granted, the Time Capsule is advertised as being able to perform both as a Time Machine backup destination and as a shared network drive [Apple Store (U.S.) - Time Capsule - 500 GB]
    Nevertheless, some have experienced problems with maintaining files/folders occupying the same disk as Time Machine backups. In this case, they use the Time Capsule hard disk solely for Time Machine backups. Then attach an external hard disk to the Time Capsules USB port and store additional files there. This added disk will still be available to all Macs that can access the Time Capsule. (Note though, that any USB disks attached to the USB port of the Time Capsule can not then be backed up to the Time Capsule via Time Machine. Time Machine will only backup your Macs internal hard disk or any external hard disks physically attached to the Mac. Time Machine can not backup one remote device to another remote device.)
    Hope this clarifies things.
    Cheers!

  • Setting up brand new Time Capsule and it asks for a Password????

    Okay, so I'm attempting to setup my girlfriend's new Time Capsule with her brand new MacBook Pro but when I access Airport Utility and it tells me there's a problem with the Time Capsule accessing the internet, I then click to continue to troubleshoot the Time Capsule and it asks for a password. Now, the Time Capsule has never been used before and is fresh out of the box. WHy is there a password? I will say this detail:
    That the brand new MacBook Pro that she recently purchased, she had all over her old data and files and settings transferred from her old MacBook. I don't know if that means that it automatically installed a password or anything, but I tried using the computer administrator password and that didn't work. ANyone have any idea what's going on?

    jkwells84, Welcome to the discussion area!
    Sometimes it does help to read some documentation. Like most routers, the Time Capsule has an admin password to keep others from being mischievous and changing your settings.
    The default admin password is "public."

  • My Time Capsule gives good speeds to my MacBook but...

    My Time Capsule gives good speeds to my MacBook but not my PC via ethernet though when plugged in the other Time Capsule, just fine...? I can't figure it out. My speed here is supposed to be 32Mbps and my MacBook gets around that via ethernet (all ports tested) and via WiFi. My desktop is a PC running Windows 7 Ultimate 64bit (hosts all my iTunes) and it gets via ethernet 1.1Mbps if it can even connect to the site. So when I tried my friends Time Capsule, everything is prefectly fine for the PC. Cannot figure it out at all. Any help or tips to try to narrow down the problem would be appreciated. Thanks!

    Open the network settings on the PC.. is it connecting at gigabit?
    Via ethernet you should be running much faster than 30mbps.. that is ok for wireless not ethernet.
    1mbps on PC indicates a real issue.
    Open the admin tools and check networking for errors.. if there are any errors at all something is wrong.
    Turn off ipv6 as that does sometimes also cause issues.
    I have multiple pc and Mac connected without issues.. so I think there is some setting issue going on.

  • Using Airport Time Capsule as target/workplace for a Data Rescue III type software

    I need to recover data from a 'bad' disk on a Macbook anno 2007. My idea is to mount the drive on a Macbook Air using target disk mode and a thunderbolt/Firewire connection. The mounting goes fine but copying the data leads to a hanging Mac Air. So now I put all hope on a Data Rescue type software in that such software will circumvent the hanging issue! Problem is that the Mac Air don't have enough memory to store the hopefully recovered data. Essentially, I have no proper 'target disk' for the recovered data and need to buy one (as well as buying the rescue/recovery software).
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    No, it is better to get a USB drive. You can mount a TC drive but it is just as likely to unmount itself half way through.. keep networks out of the already many problems you have.

  • I have used Airport Time Capsule with my iMac for several years. I recently purchased a MacBook Air and when it tried to backup to Time Capsule it couldn't because Time Capsule is full. How can I now use the 3TB Airport Time Capsule to back up both?

    I have used Airport Time Capsule with my iMac for a couple years. I recently purchased a MacBook Air and when it tried to backup to Time Capsule it couldn't because Time Capsule is full. How can I now use the 3TB Airport Time Capsule to back up both the iMac and MacBook Air? I don't mind losing earlier backups. I have excluded some items from backing up, but since the Airport Time Capsule is full, I can't even begin to back up the MacBook Air.

    On your Mac.......
    Open Finder > Applications > Utilities > AirPort Utility
    Click on the Time Capsule icon, then click Edit in the smaller window that appears
    Click on the Disks tab at the top of the window
    Click Erase Disk
    On the next window that appears, select the Quick Erase option, then click Erase
    The operation will only take a few minutes.
    Now you are ready to start new backups of both Macs.  Back up one Mac first, then back up the other.  Do not try to back up both Macs as the same time.

  • Time Capsule to be used for PC migration?

    Hi everyone!
    Since my files from my old PC are much larger than my new MacBook pro's capacity, and the Migration Assistant wont let me deselect unneeded files prior to transfer, can I use a new Time Capsule as a Network drive to transfer say my ITunes media folder (50GB) to the mac even though the file formats between machines differ?
    I tried hardwired LAN connections between the computers but again, Migration assistant wont allow me to de-select files unless the capacity initially is within limits for that user. I have no other working external HD. Only need to transfer iTunes, then I could reformat and use the Time Capsule as intended backup for MAC
    HELP....Thank you in advance!
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    Only need to transfer iTunes, then I could reformat and use the Time Capsule as intended backup for MAC
    Just to add, the format of the disk in the TC is not an issue.. both windows and mac access any network drive via protocols offered by the OS of the drive.. this means to the windows it is fat32 (which can be a separate problem).. and to Mac it is HFS+.
    You do not format network drives... they simply offer space to any OS that talks network.

  • If I have an airport extreme and a time capsule is it possible for seamless switching between the 2 when a signal is weak or drops Main reason is as I move from my first floor to my attic office and would like to place one (airport extreme)downstairs and

    If I have an airport extreme and a time capsule is it possible for seamless switching between the 2 when a signal is weak or drops
    Main reason is as I move from my first floor to my attic office and would like to place one (airport extreme)downstairs and time capsule upstairs to get complete coverage

    In theory, yes. If you configure the two base station into either an extended or roaming network configuration, you should be able to walk a laptop between routers and the laptop should attempt to connect/reconnect to the base station providing the stronger signal ... but, in reality, this is not always 100% true.

  • My time capsule has been "preparing" for days--what to do???

    My time capsule has been "preparing" for days--what to do???

    See # D1 in Pondini's excellent Time Machine - Troubleshooting guide.
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  • What to do with Time Capsule when not using for Wireless Internet

    I previously connected my Time Capsule to my fiber optic router but in my no home this is no longer needed as the cable TV company now provides 160 MPS Internet in a router that contains a wireless router built in. It works fine.  My computer is now connected wirelessly to that router (too far to take advantage of the wired connection).
    Therefore I want my Time Capsule to just be connected to the computer for backups.  I gather I have to connect it via Lan and make sure it does not transmit r receuve wirelessly. In fact, other wireless computers in the huse occasionally try to log into the old Time Capsule PPoE settings, so I want to erase them and start fresh.
    This seems to be similar to what I want t do, but I want to make sure and ask:
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    Thank you for your replies. I really appreciate it.
    To answer your questions in order, but first I should mention that due to work reasons, I will be away from my computer until Friday night Japan time, or Friday AM US time.
    Anyway, probably better I go slowly,as I tend to get overwhelmed by technical things.
    1) You said:  "The TC does NOT require an Internet connection for network connectivity. You DO have to connect the TC by Ethernet to the Fiber Optic router in order for it to gain network connectivity AND to allow network clients to access it."
    -->Ok, this is in reference to my Time Capsule and the previous network n myold apartment.  But your next question makes me wonder:
    2) "Is this Motorola device the one that replaced the Fiber Optic router that you mentioned in your original post? What is its model number? Do you have the TC connected directly to it by Ethernet?"
    Ok, this is what I have:
    Wall--> Cable modem with wireless (Motorola SURFboard SBG6580J Wireless Cable Modem Gateway.)
    Other Room  IMAC connected wirelessly to Cable Modem (no Ethenet connection to it since there is no jack and too far to run a cable (permanently--I can do for setup if needed)---> connected to TC and Time Capsule is backing up ok. Time Capsule is also not connected to the Modem
    3) "Since you will only want to use the Time Capsule for Time Machine backups, I understood that you wanted to disable its wireless network. If this is still the case, the Express would need to be configured to join the wireless network provided by the Motorola wireless router."
    Yes, This is what I am wondering. Do I have to connect it by LAN to the Motorola?  A few times, when it was just plugged into the Wall, my Mac airport utility found but them could not connect to my Express. maybe because I did not configure it to work with the Motorola as you say.
    4)
    "By default the Express will broadcast its own wireless network with a network name of something like: Apple Network NNNNNN. You would need to connect to this network with your computer prior to attempting to access it with the AirPort Utility. Another option would be to temporarily connect it, by Ethernet, to the Motorola router during its setup phase. Once completed you can move it to the desired location."
    Ok, this confirms what I guessed.  Connecting the computer to the Expressby Lan?  Is that what you mean?
    I do understand the second option---connecting the Express to the Motorola. 
    If that is right, I can try that.  Do I need to do anything other than connect it?
    I will be able to try this Friday or Saturday I hope.
    Once again. thanks for all your help. Really appreciate your taking the time to explain it.
    paul

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    I was just wondering if I can use time capsule with my iphone for both back up and to access the hard drive on the capsule?

    I don't think backup is supported but you may be able to access the TC's internal drive, from the iPhone, with an application like: NetPortal
    Note: I haven't actually tried this app, so if someone else has and was successful in accessing the TC's drive they can certainly chime in.
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    For my first time time capsule 2TB set up,would like to know about configuration time capsule with ADSL modem for use WiFi internet!

    You will want to turn off the WiFi on your modem (if there is WiFi on your modem). Connect the TC and the modem together with an Ethernet cable. Then, turn on your TC and set it up to be in bridged mode, connection type 'Ethernet'.

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