Will this store RAW. Files without compression?
87507
As far as I know, it will store files as is, just like on your computer's hard drive.
1451538
When formatted the total storage is about 1.71 TB so if both if the total data required for the backups is less then yes. If its not then no.
571709
When selected in "My Computer" it only shows 7.96 GB free. Apparently you'll need to utilize some sort of file compression or leave something out.
1755732
Works just fine for storing mp3 or .wav files. It can be accessed for individual playback..beyond that, no idea.
763038
I have not noticed any file size limits this far. I have many photographs in RAW files which are very large files and I have not experienced any problems.
763037
Not that I have found. I use the drive for a huge iTunes library, and individual files frequently measure several hundred MB. I've never had a problem. You might check with Western Digital for a definitive answer, but my experience suggests this drive can handle anything you throw at it.
710861
The drive can only be formatted in FAT32, so the size of the file determines if it can be stored on the drive. If you are looking at files over 4Gb, it wont work.
1347999
It works great with Apple files, lossless and otherwise. Unfortunately, I have no answer to your specific question.
1692318
You can save whatever files you want to it locally (on your lan) outside of that you will be limited in speed and perhaps file size. Really, if you don't want to build your own server, it's the best way to go. I was just a little disappointed that features that were once free are now paid upgrades. Still a very good product.
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The limits of what files can be read is dependant on the device doing the reading. RAW files will go on the drive just fine, but I don't believe there is a native way for iPhone to read or import them, without jailbreaking the device.
1358124
Yes, if you are not moving large file/ lots of data internally it's probably not a big deal. Most internet connections are nowhere near that fast so if it's the internet you are talking about then does not matter.
896161
You need to format the drive before use. So if you have some files on it, you will lose that. Beware!!!!!
158030
I don't know! I don't see why not, but I have a feeling that after heavy use, it might end up compressing more than you would want.
2079170
Yes. Just need to format it in a format thats appropriate for Windows. Like exFAT. There are some formats that will be read/write for both Mac/Window. These will be most versatile
577668
Yes, you could format it as a NTFS or FAT32. Mac (as well as Windows obviously) supports both.
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No. However there are several free options and you might try SanDisk.com support. Beyond that, i HIGHLY recommend this drive. Mine is rock solid and EXTREMELY fast. 500MB read and 400MB write. I would also recommend a fresh install.
1204764
Yes you can, just be careful the type of files you want to move to it. I read that raw files can be a problem.