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01/23/2006 05:02:24 PM · #26 |
| Another unaddressed concern here for archival storage is the data format. While JPEG and TIFF will probably be around forever, those various proprietary RAW formats could easily become a problem if the raw converter isn't available which runs on that future system. |
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01/23/2006 07:49:43 PM · #27 |
Wow, thanks for all the replys.
I ran a program called pc inspector smart recovery and got quite a lot back. some missing but better than nothing.
There was onlt 2 shows on the drive that wasn't backed up (i think...) and i had the chance to reshoot tonight, and the other show i the client as 3 disks of JPEGS so i'll be getting them on thursday. I had made a photo movie that i was still working on for said client. That's gone :( so i'll need to start that again.
You live and learn.
Tonights show was copied to the computer, burnt to disc all before i emptied the cards, don't know how long i'll keep that up. I'll try :)
Anyway just a warning to all the lazy sods like me out there.
BEWARE.
Kev
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01/23/2006 08:27:56 PM · #28 |
Originally posted by talmy:
Another unaddressed concern here for archival storage is the data format. While JPEG and TIFF will probably be around forever, those various proprietary RAW formats could easily become a problem if the raw converter isn't available which runs on that future system. |
You can always archive a copy of your RAW converter for future use too :) |
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01/23/2006 08:40:05 PM · #29 |
Originally posted by crayon:
Originally posted by talmy:
Another unaddressed concern here for archival storage is the data format. While JPEG and TIFF will probably be around forever, those various proprietary RAW formats could easily become a problem if the raw converter isn't available which runs on that future system. |
You can always archive a copy of your RAW converter for future use too :) |
Not a solution either - I have a lot of software that didn't make it past the 16/32 bit thing. The only real way to to go back on each technology/media change and resave to the new format/media.
Now all we need is a media that can stand the test of time, be small and light weight, and last a long time when stored correctly -> Oh wait that was film :-))
Add: There is a big difference between backup and archive. The first can be handeled by RAID and optical media while the second is not an easy topic.
Message edited by author 2006-01-23 20:42:36. |
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01/24/2006 08:14:36 AM · #30 |
I cannot Believe it but every thing I backed up on Memorex DVD's does not work....Oh my!
Anyone know agood brand of DVD's to use?
Melissa
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01/24/2006 08:43:21 AM · #31 |
Originally posted by melking:
I cannot Believe it but every thing I backed up on Memorex DVD's does not work....Oh my!
Anyone know agood brand of DVD's to use?
Melissa |
I use verbatim only, and I've never had any problem. They have a high end series too, which I use when making disc premasters which need to be completely error free. But I've found their regular series, which I buy by the spindle, are just as good.
It's also possible your CD/DVD drive is failing.
Use the program I told you about to test important discs after you burn them. Or have your burning software do a verify after burning.
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01/24/2006 08:47:32 AM · #32 |
Originally posted by JoshuaM:
We just bought a 160gb external drive, and at first, my idea was to just put my pictures on it. Then I realized it was just as prone to failure as the drive in my comp, so now I will copy all my pics and music to it. The external drive will stay in our weather/fire proof safe, and come out when I feel I should back up my stuff. |
It is better to keep a hard drive running continuously, then it is to keep it shut off for long periods of time. The bearings that allow the HD to spin can become "locked" with long periods of disuse.
Your best bet would be to look into a tape back-up system and store the tapes in a cool/dry place. It is possible that such tapes could last for upwards of 30 years.
The other thing to look at is Archive Quality recordable media, like burnable CDs and DVDs. These should last longer then the suggested 5 to 10 years that are the current estimates. However, they won't necesarily be easy to locate and then you have to be up on rotating the discs through the years. |
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