I just received my iMac 27 inch quad core, 1TB internal. My next step is to address storage backup options.
I am looking at at least three options:
1. 2TB external drive, 7200 RPM
2. New Technology Guardian Maximus RAID 1, 2 x 2TB 7200 drives
3. Drobo 4 bay system (not sure about this since it is a pricier option)
The IT person at my workplace mentioned that the iMac can only do a RAID system like Drobo. Did not say anything about Guardian Maximus. Does it mean the Guardian will not work? He also said that its a waste of money to buy a RAID since Firewire 400, 800 and USB cannot utilize any drive over 5400 RPM. I am assuming he was referring to read/write speeds, no? Using FireWire 800 connection, what is the speed difference between a unit that uses a 5400 versus 7200 RPM?
I also will be editing Photoshop images off of whatever external option I end up getting. With regard to using Photoshop in this manner, is there a performance difference between a single 2TB external versus a RAID?
I am looking at at least three options:
1. 2TB external drive, 7200 RPM
2. New Technology Guardian Maximus RAID 1, 2 x 2TB 7200 drives
3. Drobo 4 bay system (not sure about this since it is a pricier option)
The IT person at my workplace mentioned that the iMac can only do a RAID system like Drobo. Did not say anything about Guardian Maximus. Does it mean the Guardian will not work? He also said that its a waste of money to buy a RAID since Firewire 400, 800 and USB cannot utilize any drive over 5400 RPM. I am assuming he was referring to read/write speeds, no? Using FireWire 800 connection, what is the speed difference between a unit that uses a 5400 versus 7200 RPM?
I also will be editing Photoshop images off of whatever external option I end up getting. With regard to using Photoshop in this manner, is there a performance difference between a single 2TB external versus a RAID?