Using rsync with Old Netgear NAS (ReadyNAS Pro, RAIDiator 4.2.31)

Using rsync to Backup Music Library from an Old Netgear NAS (ReadyNAS Pro, RAIDiator 4.2.31)

If you have an old Netgear NAS (ReadyNAS Pro, RAIDiator 4.2.31 firmware) that has been housing your music library for several years, it's a good idea to back up your data. One of the best ways to do this is by using the rsync command-line tool. This article will guide you through the process of backing up your music library from your old Netgear NAS using rsync.

What is rsync?

Rsync is a powerful, open-source tool that synchronizes files and directories from one location to another while minimizing data transfer by using delta encoding when appropriate. It is commonly used for backups and mirroring of data.

Prerequisites

Before you begin, make sure you have the following:

• Access to a Unix-like system (e.g., Linux or MacOS) with rsync installed
• The IP address of your old Netgear NAS
• A directory on the Unix-like system where you want to store the backup

Setting up rsync

To use rsync, open a terminal window on your Unix-like system and enter the following command:

Replace the following:

• : your Netgear NAS username
• : the IP address of your Netgear NAS
• : the directory on the NAS containing your music library
• : the directory on your Unix-like system where you want to store the backup

For example:

Understanding the rsync options

The rsync command above uses the following options:

• -a: archive mode, which preserves symbolic links, permissions, timestamps, and other file attributes
• -v: verbose mode, which displays detailed information about the transfer process
• -z: compress data during transfer, which can speed up the process

Adding exclusion patterns

If you want to exclude certain files or directories from the backup, you can use the --exclude option. For example, to exclude all files with the .mp3 extension, you can use the following command:

In this article, you learned how to use rsync to back up your music library from an old Netgear NAS (ReadyNAS Pro, RAIDiator 4.2.31 firmware) to a Unix-like system. By following the steps outlined above, you can ensure that your data is safely backed up and protected from data loss.

References

• rsync website
• rsync man page