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How do I use rsync to backup my Mac to a NAS?

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I need to backup a bunch of directories to my NAS (it basically shows up as a network share in Finder). I don't want to make it bootable, just need to backup a few directories. I'd also like to have it run nightly. I've tried looking at documentation for rsync, but haven't been able to figure it ou…

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Does your NAS have an rsync service set up? Some support it (e.g. ReadyNAS). If so, you can do something like this: You'll need to change DEST to the IP address of your NAS, and change paths and stuff to suit. If you save that as, say, (and be sure …

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