Synology NAS and storage
Centralised data, permissions, snapshots, PC/server backups and replication when needed.
Backup, NAS and UPS
Business backup, NAS and data protection in Ticino
A backup must be designed around your data and checked with restore tests. We configure copies for PCs, servers and NAS devices and document how to recover them when needed.
How copies of your data are kept
A backup is needed when a file is deleted, a device fails or data is no longer accessible. NAS devices and other destinations allow copies to be kept according to the agreed frequency, storage capacity and retention periods. The choice depends on how much data needs protection and how far back you need to be able to go.
Design and restore testing
We identify important data, configure the copies and check that they can be restored. For a business, we also assess the separation of copies and access permissions in relation to the existing systems. The plan specifies what is saved, how often and the maximum acceptable downtime; a restore test checks which data can be recovered and how long it takes.
The shop and consulting have different roles
The shop shows products and purchase details. This page helps you understand which technical choice makes sense and when advice can prevent an unsuitable purchase.
Components
Local backup, cloud and power continuity
Drives and storage media
Selection of drives, SSDs, enclosures and storage media suited to capacity, reliability and rotation requirements.
Cloud backup
A second off-site copy to protect data against theft, fire or a local failure as well.
Business UPS systems
Protection against power outages and voltage fluctuations for PCs, NAS devices, servers and networks.
Restore tests
We periodically check that data can actually be recovered.
Technical support
Configuration, monitoring and maintenance of the backup system.
Method
How we help you choose
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Data mapping
We identify where data is located, who uses it, how much it changes and how critical it is.
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Strategy
We define local and cloud copies, frequencies, retention and restore priorities.
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Hardware
If needed, you can browse NAS devices and backup equipment in the shop.
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Verification
We test recovery and document the procedure.
Related information
How we work
How we prepare backups and test restoration
A backup helps recover data when deletion, a failure or an incident makes the original unavailable. To set it up, we start with the data and systems needed for your work, then define copies, retention and restore tests.
Identify what needs protection
We examine where documents, databases and applications are located: computers, servers, NAS devices or cloud services. We check which data is already included in copies and which is excluded. A synchronised folder and a RAID system serve different purposes from a backup: they may propagate a deletion or fail to protect against an incident affecting the entire system.
Define how much work can be lost
We agree on how far back data needs to be recoverable and how much downtime is acceptable. An archive updated weekly and a database that changes continuously need different backup frequencies. These goals guide the technical choice and must be checked through tests before being considered actual recovery times.
Choose where to keep the copies
We assess local copies and copies separated from the main environment. To reduce the risk of an incident also affecting backups, we consider separate access permissions and, where compatible with the solution, offline or immutable copies. Data location, encryption, capacity and costs are defined in the project. No single measure eliminates every risk.
Configure and check execution
We configure the data to include, the frequency and retention. We check the results of the initial copies and how errors are reported. In the agreed service, we define who receives alerts and who acts if a copy fails or available space runs out.
Run a restore test
We select representative files, folders or systems and test recovery in an appropriate environment. We check that the data is readable and, for applications, that the planned test works. Restoring a single document does not demonstrate that the entire system can restart: the report states precisely what was tested and the outcome.
Prepare instructions for an incident
We define the contact to use, the information to collect and the order in which services should be recovered. The instructions account for the accounts, keys and configurations needed for restoration. In a security incident, cleaning and checking the environment must be coordinated with data recovery.
Update the plan as the business changes
New workstations, applications and folders may introduce data that the old backup does not include. We agree on periodic checks and tests according to the chosen service. We review the plan when the infrastructure or requirements change, documenting exclusions and the work needed.
What you receive
A description of the included data, backup frequency, retention and responsibilities. The agreed tests are accompanied by their results and any limitations found. Continuous monitoring and response times must be explicitly included in the offer.
Tell us where you store your data and whether you have already tried restoring it.
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Frequently asked questions about backup and NAS
Is a NAS enough as a backup?
Not always on its own. A NAS can be part of the strategy, but additional copies, correct permissions and restore tests are needed.
Is a cloud backup needed too?
Often, yes. An external copy protects against theft, fire, ransomware and local failures.
Do you also sell NAS devices, drives and UPS systems?
The main website offers advice and configuration; for products, you can browse the ED Solution Tech shop.
Can you check an existing backup?
Yes. We can check configuration, logs, storage space, permissions and, above all, the ability to restore data.
When did you last test a restore?
We carry out a technical check and build a practical plan to reduce the risk of data loss and operational downtime.