Can I leave this attached to my computer for continuous data logging, or can it only put the data into memory for later down loading?
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Yes, you can do either. You can connect to the computer and do real time monitoring and then command the computer to save to a CSV (or text) file or you can record on the GQ and download the data set and save to a CSV. CSV can then be upload in to a spreadsheel like Excel, which is the best way to go. The software that come with the GQ allows you to record and download the data, but is Worthless JUNK for actually analisysing it. If you want an example file or screen shot ask me at www.mwrdesign.com in the contact info. One other comment, if you use the data logger on the GQ, be aware that ALL data is LOST on Power Down. Yes, you can do either. You can connect to the computer and do real time monitoring and then command the computer to save to a CSV (or text) file or you can record on the GQ and download the data set and save to a CSV. CSV can then be upload in to a spreadsheel like Excel, which is the best way to go. The software that come with the GQ allows you to record and download the data, but is Worthless JUNK for actually analisysing it. If you want an example file or screen shot ask me at www.mwrdesign.com in the contact info. One other comment, if you use the data logger on the GQ, be aware that... » Read More Yes, you can do either. You can connect to the computer and do real time monitoring and then command the computer to save to a CSV (or text) file or you can record on the GQ and download the data set and save to a CSV. CSV can then be upload in to a spreadsheel like Excel, which is the best way to go. The software that come with the GQ allows you to record and download the data, but is Worthless JUNK for actually analisysing it. If you want an example file or screen shot ask me at www.mwrdesign.com in the contact info. One other comment, if you use the data logger on the GQ, be aware that ALL data is LOST on Power Down. « Show Less
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All depends on your setting. If you set it to do continuous backup, t will back up everytime there is a change. You can set thethe programm to back up every time you shut down the computer or once a day at a specific time.
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It is a portable unit so unless you leave it plugged into your computer you will not be able to do backups but if you leave it attached all the time you can have auto backup through your antivirus program like Norton
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Not sure on the logging capabilities but it does just fine at spooling multiple computers/jobs ( better to say throttling and queue flow management)
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The electronics could possibly produce some phantom load, but it should be very small. I doubt it would be published though. Maybe it could be obtained from Emerson. Regarding the memory, we have had complete power outages (50 minute outage just last week) that resulted in no problems with the memory.
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No. In fact all the record functions are disabled as soon as you plug it into a computer (or USB extended life charger), so you can't record at all when it's plugged in. BUT - the good news is that it WILL record a VERY long time without having to change the battery. Don't forget, there are no moving parts in this device. It's energy consumption to operate is incredibly low. I'm pretty sure you would fill up the memory chip before you ran the battery down, but I haven't challenged it that far yet, so I could be wrong, but I don't think so.
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When recording anything more than a 5-10 minutes, I need to let it "warm up" by first recording some throw-away content for about one to two times the length of time of what I ultimately need to record. But after it is warmed up, it is fine indefinitely (or until I run out of disk space).
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My experience is you should NOT rely on this memory usb to save your files. I bougth it because the large amount of memory (256 gb) at such a low price. It just NOT true. I suggest not buy it.
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If you want to use the drive for automated back-up is has to be plugged in, of course. Any wear items wear faster with constant use, but if the point of the drive is to easily and conveniently back-up your data, so what? I have drives in servers that have been running practically non-stop for years. I've also had brand new drives that lasted only a few months with intermittent use. The bottom line is that drives are commodities and storage is getting cheaper every day. Your data and your time are what is valuable. Connect the drive, configure the automated back-up and forget about it. If the drive fails, pitch it and get another one. If you want to use the drive for automated back-up is has to be plugged in, of course. Any wear items wear faster with constant use, but if the point of the drive is to easily and conveniently back-up your data, so what? I have drives in servers that have been running practically non-stop for years. I've also had brand new drives that lasted only a few months with intermittent use. The bottom line is that drives are commodities and storage is getting cheaper every day. Your data and your time are what is valuable. Connect the drive, configure the automated back-up and forget about it. If... » Read More If you want to use the drive for automated back-up is has to be plugged in, of course. Any wear items wear faster with constant use, but if the point of the drive is to easily and conveniently back-up your data, so what? I have drives in servers that have been running practically non-stop for years. I've also had brand new drives that lasted only a few months with intermittent use. The bottom line is that drives are commodities and storage is getting cheaper every day. Your data and your time are what is valuable. Connect the drive, configure the automated back-up and forget about it. If the drive fails, pitch it and get another one. « Show Less
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First, I think this is wired ethernet only. Second, doing what you are asking is not really practical. If you are concerned about losing your data to fire you should be looking at off-site file storage.
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if you set it up with the utility software it can be set to over write older data. about 8 hours with 32gb
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You should be good to go. I don't keep it up all the time, but I have left it connected for weeks at a time. The hard drive is out in the open so it won't really overheat, and there is a power switch on it, so you can turn it off but leave it all setup when the drive is not in use.
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I connect it to my computer. If you have it on your removable memory you can put it in a card reader and then connect it to your computer to down load and erase
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I use it as memory expansion on my laptop - I currently have 100gb active data on it - it is convenient to move primary data between my two laptops. I have been told that it is possible to exceed the read/write capacity of the device (wear it out electronically); but it still works ine in my application.
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Mine is in storage right now and I can't go attempt this for you. My answer is just on memory.
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Thank you for your inquiry. This item contains an internal memory that will store your information, even if the batteries die. If you need further assistance, please let me know. Thank you.
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Use an external HD... If you want your apps an data you can use PCmover. But PC mover is not perfect.