Remote access to Time Capsule. Connect to the Time Capsule disk from mobile devices. What happens when the disk will overflow

Time Machine is a function reserve copy Files that are in any modern version of MacOS. Turning on Time Machine, you will protect yourself from accidental deletion or loss of files. Any files and folders, as well as their intermediate versions, can be restored.

Now I will tell you how to configure and use Time Machine.

How Time Machine works

Time Machine makes user folder backup: Documents, downloads, applications, etc.

Backup copies are created automatically, every hour. All you need to do is specify the disk to which the system will make a backup.

After setting up Time Machine, you will always have access to:

hourly backups for the last 24 hours;
daily backups for the last month;
weekly backups for all other months of work.

Time Machine does not backup copies of the MacOS itself. Therefore, if you fully flew the system, you will first have to put MacOS to clean Recovery Mode. And then restore information from Time Machine using the migration assistant.

How to configure Time Machine

To enable Time Machine - Connect to Mac outdoor hard Disk and choose it in:

 ▸ System Settings ... ▸ Time Machine ▸ Select Drive ...

First you need to choose external disk For Time Machine

I formatted a disk in advance with a disk utility and called it Time Machine

The system will ask you to format the disk specifically under the time of machines, so make sure that there is no important information on it.

Be sure to enable encryption backupSo that no one else can access your files.

Which disk is better to choose

As for the disk connection, there are two options: wired and wireless. Both have their advantages and disadvantages.

Wired disk

The easiest and most affordable option. The mechanical HDD on 1 TB will cost $ 60-70. He is not as fast as SSD, but speed modern disk More than enough to rewrite several hundred megabytes on him once in an hour.

🐢Western Digital My Passport USB-A 1 TB: Rozetka / Citilink.

SSD Samsung T5 fast, small, easy, and can be connected directly by USB-C

The minus is that the wired connection is not convenient and not very reliable. If K. iMac disk You can connect and forget about it, then the disk laptop will have to constantly connect / disable. It's just laziness.

With time uSB connectors, and especially USB-C, begin to break off and the disk can "fall off" at the moments of creating a backup, which leads to the file transfer in the case of mechanical disks.

Wireless disk

With such a disk, the backup occurs when the computer is located in the area of \u200b\u200bhome WiFi. FROM wireless connection An accidental disconnection of the disk is excluded due to the supplied power supply, as it happens with wired disks, which means there is less likely to damage some files when copying.

WD My Cloud connects to the point access WiFi. And MacBook sees it as a network drive

As a rule, the disc is connected to your access point by Ethernet cable, after which it appears in MacOS as a separate network drive.

Network disc can be used to back up several home computers at once.

Time Capsule.

Surely you heard about Time Capsule from Apple itself. This is an access point with built-in network disk On several terabytes, which is sharpened to work with Time Machine. Alas, but Apple in 2018 turned the division responsible for Time Capsule and Airport Access points, it is better to look at the two previous options.

What is the volume of the disk to choose

It is better to take a disc, which in terms of two or more times more than your main. For example, if in MacBook Pro. There is an SSD to 512 GB, then a table of 1 TB is better to high under the backup of Time Machine. In this case, you will have a history of file change in a minimum in the past few months, not weeks.

What happens when the disk will overflow

Time Machine will start automatically deleting the oldest weekly backups that are older than one month. So work Time Machine will never stop.

How to limit the copy size of Time Machine

Time Machine "captures" to your needs the entire disk you will specify. If your 4 terabyte external disk, TM will store old backups until the disk is overflowed.

The only way to "doubt" Time Machine is to create a separate logical section of smaller and make backups for it. You can do it through Disk utility MacOS.

If you have a big disk, it makes sense to create a separate section of a smaller volume for Time Machine. For this disc will have to format and split into sections.

How to exclude from backup folder

Sometimes it is useful to exclude from backups defined directory, such as a folder Downloads or Filmsin which files often appear and delete.

In order to exclude the desired folder, go to  ▸ System settings ▸ TIME MACHINE ▸ Settings and add it to the list by clicking on the + key.

Add folders that you do not want to back-up. For example download and video

How to restore files from Tim Machine

If you need to restore some file, run Time Machine from the folder Applications:

Finder ▸ Applications ▸ Time Machine

You will see the Finder window in the form of a carousel. Suppose you need to restore the file from the desktop, which would be there last week. Go to the desktop in the Finder window and then the on-screen arrows ⬆︎ ⬇︎ Move between backups until you see this file.

Click on the file and click Restore.

Restore files through time machine

If Time Machine has not been turned on, and you need to restore files, then.

How to turn off internal backups

If you configured Time Machine, but stopped connecting the disk for backups, after a couple of weeks, notice a lack of free space on the main disk.

This is because while the external disk is not connected, Time Machine creates temporary backups on the system drive.

To clean the local backups, simply connect the disc that you set up to work with Time Machine. The system itself transfers all local backups to this drive.

If you do not have the ability to connect the disk to the computer, then delete the /.mobilebackups folder in which local backups are stored.

If you want to completely disable local backups, then run Terminal Team:

sudo Tmutil DisableLocal

Enable local backups back:

sudo Tmutil Enablelocal

If you disable local backups, then the machine will work only when an external drive is connected to the computer.

🌿 Remember

To enable Time Machine be sure to need an external disk. FROM system disk or "cloud" this function does not work;
I recommend buying SSD. These discs are more reliable and faster mechanical. And not afraid of falls;
Be sure to enable disk encryption so that no one can access your files in the backup;
Backup occurs automatically and every hour if the computer is connected to the power source;
It is desirable that the size of the disk is twice as much, the disk of your MacBook or IMAC. So you can have backup files for the last few months.

Good day! In one breath, I continue manuals on the work of the devices with Apple devices. Now I want to talk about connecting to the Time Capsule disk with mobile devices. As you understand, it will be about iOS devices and Android devices. I will immediately say that on Android with Time Capsule it is easier to work easier and there are more synchronization functions, which is very strange, like Apple, and it works defective, and then only with the iPad (the found way to connect to the iPhone is a big human thank you). So, let's begin.

1. A little theory and what we need.

Let's start with the theory, or why so just connect? Everything is very simple: Time Capsule works on the SMB protocol, which is supported by some programs. When finished with the theory, we turn to the list of programs:
For iPad: OPLAYER HD (
3. Click +, then "Windows Server (Samba)" and see the window:

where:
Host - Time Capsule IP address on the network (10.0.1.1 or 192.168.1.1 - it all depends on the settings, by default 10.0.1.1)
Port - do not touch
Login - Time Capsule disk user name
Password - Password User Time Capsule
Name - any name of the server (Kolya, Lesha, Time Capsule Home and TD)
4. Click "Save" and Voua-La, the server added:

Now you can watch movies directly with Time Capsule
Bugs: When laying pause, the sound / picture is suspended.

"Friend Android with Time Capsule"

Here you have to tinker a little, but the result is worth: movies, music and files - all this can be swing right on the device! So, let's begin:
1. Open ES Explorer (RUS ES Explorer):

2. Make a swipe left or right, click "Network" (Left Top Angle):

3. Select LAN:

4. Click "Create"
5. Select the "server":

6. Window opens:

where:
Domain - do not touch;
Address - IP address Time Capsule on the net (10.0.1.1 or 192.168.1.1 - it all depends on the settings, by default 10.0.1.1);
Login - Time Capsule disk user name;
Password - Password of user Time Capsule;
Name - any name of the server (Kolya, Lesha, Time Capsule Home and TD).
7. Wu-Ala, the server appeared in the program.
8. You ask for what we put Rock-Player, I will answer: To view the video from the capsule! The video goes quite comfortable, the player supports many file formats, in general - I recommend! The same program you can play video from the device.

Here in general everything possible options Settings. Everything is not really difficult, as it seems. If you have questions - ask, let's understand together A.ppleT.iMEC.apsule or another router model, you can always contact the Cyberkiper. We are configured Wi- Fi routers, as well as installing and setting up another network equipment. Our bodies 8 (499) 755-50-21.

Setting up routerApple.Time.Capsule. It differs from the setting of many other routers, like many Apple products. When you give a guide to setting up the Apple router and try to tell you about the features of its configuration.

Before you start, we give a diagram on which the Apple Time Capsule router connectors are depicted:

After unpacking the device, you need to connect your provider cable in Wan Port.which is located at the bottom of the router. Above there are three Ethernet LAN ports, with which you can connect your computer via cable. If the router is located next to the computers, we recommend that the cable connection is. It in any case is faster and more stable than the wireless signal. However, WiFi is lately Also noticeably improved its technical indicators, so all customers will receive the Internet by Wi-Fi signal without any problems. At the very bottom, you will need to connect the 220V cable, and the USB connector is provided for connecting the printer or MFP to Apple Time Capsule.

After connecting all the necessary wires, you can turn on the device.

What are the light bulbs on the Apple Timecapsule tells the following table:

Apple router operation scheme:

Apple router is configured through the Airport utility. To do this you need computer MAC. OS X version 10.7.5 or higher. AIRPORT utility on a computer. Connecting to network cable or Wi-Fi with a router. For configuration it is necessary:

Open AIRPORT program
Select your AirPort Time Capsule in the list of networks.
Adjust the parameters of your provider, following the instructions on the screen.

In addition to the distribution function of the Internet, AirPort Time Capsule will help save all your data in one place. On the Mac computer, the backup is configured and all your data will be duplicated on Time Capsule. In case of failure of your Mac computer, you will not need data recovery, Because All information will be on external deviceFrom which it will be easy to restore everything.

Problems and troubleshooting of the Airport Time Capsule router.

Apple Time Capsule router Location Tips:

Install the router on the open surface, there should be no large-sized objects.
Do not install Apple Time Capsule in a closed space, such as a cabinet box, etc. It is also not worth putting it on the carpet, it will lead to the heat of the device.
Do not put large metal objects around the router, it will determine the wifi signal.
Do not install foreign objects at the AirPort Time Capsule.
Do not place Airport Time Capsule near the microwave ovens, radio equipment and mobile phones.

You can always call the wizard to configure the Apple Airport Time Capsule router. We will install and configure Apple router.

You can configure AirPort Time Capsule using a Mac computer or iOS device.

AirPort Time Capsule can be configured to perform one of the following tasks.

ÂÂ Creating a new wireless network that computers and other devices will be able to use to connect to the Internet and to each other.

ÂÂ expanding the existing network. If the network is connected to the Internet, all computers and other devices on the AIRPORT network will also be able to connect to the Internet.

Computers connected to AirPort Time Capsule via Ethernet can also access the network for sharing files and connect to the Internet.

If the AirPort Time Capsule is used to connect to the Internet, will need account Broadband (for DSL modem or cable modem) provided by the Internet provider, or communication with the Internet via an existing Ethernet network. If you have received special information from your Internet provider (for example, a permanent IP address or client ID DHCP, you may need to enter it in the AIRPORT utility. Before starting the AIRPORT Time Capsule setting, take care to this information is available.

Setting up AirPort Time Capsule using a MAC computer

You will need:

Mac computer with Wi-Fi or MAC computer connected to the AirPort Time Capsule Ethernet cable (to configure using Ethernet).

Â OS X version 10.7.5 or newer.

ÂÂ "Utility Airport" version 6.3 or newer.

For the latest OS X versions and the Airport utility, use the software update program.

To configure the following steps.

1 Open the AIRPORT utility program, which is located in the "Programs / Utilities" folder.

2 Select the desired AirPort Time Capsule and click "Continue." If the required Airport Time Capsule is not listed, select it in the status menu.Wi-Fi in the menu bar.

Setting up AirPort Time Capsule using the iOS device

You will need:

ÂÂ iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch device. ÂÂ ios 6.1 or newer.

To obtain last version iOS, open the "Settings" on your iOS device. To configure the following steps.

1 Click "Settings" on the main screen, then click"Wi-Fi".

2 Enter a name for AirPort Time Capsule.

3 Follow the instructions on the screen to create new network or expand the existing one.

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Setting up additional parameters

For settings additional parameters Use the AIRPORT utility on the computer or install this iOS program on your device from App Store.. You can configure a new AirPort Time Capsule device or set additional settings, such as additional security settings, closed networks, DHCP hold duration, access control, IPv6 and many others.

To configure additional parameters or make changes to the configured Network, follow these steps.

1 Select wireless networkwhich needs to be changed.

ÂÂ On Mac Computer Use Wi-Fi status menu in the menu bar. ÂÂ On the iOS device, select the desired network in the Wi-Fi settings.

If you have not yet configured the Basic Airport Extreme station, then by default the station name will look like this: Apple Network XXXXXX, where XXXXXX is the last six digits of the AIRPORT ID ID.

2 Open the AIRPORT utility.

3 Choose the desired device AirPort Time Capsule and click Edit.

4 If necessary, enter the password.

5 Change the settings for the AirPort Time Capsule and your network.

Using Time Machine with AirPort Time Capsule

Time Machine allows you to back up all data on Mac computers, including photos, music, movies and documents.

After setting, the Time Machine program will regularly automatically back up your computer.

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If you are using Mac OS X version 10.5.7 or newer, when you first connect to AirPort Time Capsule, Time Machine program will offer to back up files. Select "Use as backup disk"- Everything else Time Machine will do it yourself.

In the Time Machine parameters, you can configure automatic backup, select another disk for backup or adjust other settings.

Configuring Time Machine on a computer with Mac OS X version 10.5.7 or newer:

1 Select menu Apple. \u003e "System Settings" and then click "Time Machine".

2 Move the switch to the "On" position And click "Select Disc".

3 Select the required AIRPORT TIME CAPSULE device and click "Use Disk".

Important. Depending on the volume of copied data, creating a first backup using AirPort Time Capsule and Time Machine may take all night or large quantity time. To speed up the first backup, connect the AirPort Time Capsule device to the computer using the Ethernet cable. With each subsequent backup copying, the Time Machine program copies only files changed from the moment of the previous copy, so subsequent backups take less time.

Airport Time Capsule is an excellent solution for backing up portable computers data. The first backup requires some time, so connect the portable computer to the power supply using the power adapter - this will save the battery charge and ensures that backup execution will not be interrupted.

If during backup Mac computer is turned off or switches to sleep mode, Time Machine stops copying, which is resumed from the stop point after re-launch Mac computer.

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If you have a time capsule or Basic Airport Extreme station with a common USB Hard Drive

If you have either a time capsule (which is mainly Basic Airport Extreme Station with built-in 500 GB or 1 TB) or base station AirPort Extreme (AEBS) with connected hard uSB diskyou can split hDD Time Capsule / AEBS and make it available via the Internet. For this:

Run the airport utility program.

Choose your time capsule or AEBS. Record the IP address specified on the right, and you will need it later.

Click Manual Setup.

Check the "Connection Sharing" setting under the Internet tab. The next tutorial is valid if your " General access Connection "refers to a" shared public IP address ", normal configuration for home network. You will need to have a static IP address or use a free dynamic DNS service. If you have another type of "General Access", you probably do not need a tutorial to configure remote access to your disk; If necessary, adapt it.

Click "Disks" (at the top of the dialog box), and then select "Sharing Files".

Check the "Enable Sharing File" checkbox and check the "Enchange Disks via an Ethernet WAN port" checkbox. It is strongly recommended to install safe general discs on the "with a password of the base station" and guests to "not allowed"; Without making these changes, can allow unauthorized users to access your Time Capsule / AEBS hard disk.

Click "Airport" (at the top of the dialog box), and then click "Base Station".

Enter the database password and confirm it in the "Check Password" field.
Click "Advanced" (at the top of the dialog box), and then select "Port Display".

Click the plus sign (+) to add a new port mapping.

In publicly available UDP ports and open TCP ports, enter the 4-digit port number (for example, 5678), which you choose. In the PRIVATE IP Address field, enter the internal IP address of your Time Capsule or AEBS, which you recorded in step 2 (for example, 192.168.0.1). In the PRIVATE UDP Ports and Private TCP Ports (s) ports, enter 548. Click "Continue".

In the "Description" field, enter a descriptive name, for example "Sharing Time Files" or "Sharing AEBS Files". Then click "Finish."

When you made all the changes, click "Update".

Your time capsule / AEBS will be restarted. As soon as this happens, you can now connect to the Time Capsule / AEBS hard disk via the Internet. To do this, when your MBA is out of the house:

In Finder, click "Go"\u003e Connect to Server.

Enter the correct domain name or external IP address for its network plus colon and port number specified in step 11. For example, "www.myhomedomain.com ::578" or "123.123.12.123:5678".

Click "Connect".

You will be prompted to enter the username and password. The username can be any what you like; The password must be a password for Time Capsule / AEBS, which you indicated above.

Click "Connect".

Voilà! Now you are connected to your Time Capsule / AEBS hard disk from your MBA. You can access files, copy files back and forth between your MBA and hard disk, delete files, regardless of what you want, as long as your MBA remains connected to the network. The next time you connect, it must even go faster (especially if you save your password in the key chain and if you add a home IP address / domain name to the list of favorite servers in the Connection dialog box).

Please note that Time Capsule / AEBS will appear in the "General" side panel of your Finder as a server named by the Time Capsule / AEBS base station as the server name.

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