Mastering Video File Storage: Storing 100TB+ Footage

Mastering Video File Storage: Storing 100TB+ Footage

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. The Importance of Data Storage for Content Creators
3. Affordable and Practical Options for Data Storage
   1. Samsung T5 Drive for Editing Projects
   2. Western Digital 8 Terabyte Drives for Project Storage
   3. Additional Backup Drive for Computer
4. Setting Up Basic Backup with Time Machine
   1. Reformatting the External Hard Drive
   2. Using Disk Utility to Format the Drive
   3. Configuring Time Machine for Regular Backups
5. Advanced Backup with Carbon Copy Cloner (CCC)
   1. Introduction to Carbon Copy Cloner (CCC)
   2. Backing up External Drives with CCC
   3. Setting Up the Main and Destination Drives
   4. Labeling the Drives for Easy Organization
   5. Workflow for Transferring and Editing Projects
      • Organizing Projects in Neatly Structured Folders
      • Transferring Projects to Samsung T5 Drive for Editing
6. Managing Storage Space and Render Files
   1. Deleting Unnecessary Render Files
   2. Keeping Project Libraries Small
7. Ensuring Data Security and Reliability
   1. Annual or Full Drive Replacement
   2. Keeping Duplicate Drives in Separate Locations
   3. Safeguarding Data Against Natural Disasters or Theft
8. Exploring Other Storage Options
   1. NAS Systems for Enhanced Storage
   2. The Cost Considerations of NAS Systems
9. Conclusion
10. Resources and Recommendations