onsite backups - input needed

[TopJimmyCooks]

I have an external hard drive that I could connect to my router and use as a backup. 

What's the best bet for software that can automatically, incrementally back up selected folders on several different pc's (win 7 home, and XP) and store it on that usb drive?  Acronis for $89?  Would need 3 user license. 

Thanks.

[CCM]

I have an external hard drive that I could connect to my router and use as a backup. 

What's the best bet for software that can automatically, incrementally back up selected folders on several different pc's (win 7 home, and XP) and store it on that usb drive?  Acronis for $89?  Would need 3 user license. 

Thanks.

I use the free version of syncback for simple backups.    They also have paid versions... here's a link to the comparison of their different versions, maybe you'll get lucky and the free version will suit your needs.


http://www.2brightsparks.com/syncback/compare.html


The built in Windows 7 backup and restore is actually really good, but I don't think you can backup to a network location if you are using Windows 7 Home.   You need Win 7 Pro for that.

[TopJimmyCooks]

Yeah it would be $85 x each pc to upgrade and id like to have the option to backup the kid's document folders as well.  an Xp and a vista box.  Plus, I'd love to be able to run it all without installing software on every box.  I'll check out syncback.

I feel like the dang helpdesk at my own house with 7 pcs/4 tablets and 3 phones. 


EDIT :  Installed syncback and checked it out.  If it works it will be perfect.  Thanks for the tip. 

[spoot]

Bacula....but that might be a bit overkill for your purposes.

[spoot]

Bacula....but that might be a bit overkill for your purposes.  And would require client install on each........and the tablets/phones would be an issue I guess.

[TopJimmyCooks]

not backing up the tablet and kindles.  just managing them from time to time.  mostly deleting the stupid flash games when their storage gets filled. 

[ark_ader]

Time Machine