Can Time Machine send an email notification when it's completed?

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I'm running a number of servers, all with Time Machine Capsules configured on them. The thing is, these are headless servers, and I would like to know if it is possible to have an email sent out to me, whenever a backup is successful, or even unsuccessful.

Any hints and tips would be appreciated. Thanks

score 1 · Accepted Answer · answered Jul 28 '11 at 14:45

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even Apple discourages use of Time Machine as a server backup. I would recommend another solution, starting from simple rsync to LBackup, BRU, Arcserve, Netvault etc.

answered Jul 28 '11 at 14:45

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I have access to online backup storage, but the particular client that owns this setup, likes time capsules. I just hate pulling my hair out trying to log in every few days making sure all the servers are at least running their backups – Mister IT Guru Aug 01 '11 at 09:03
I went with another solution - so I guess BobC was right – Mister IT Guru Sep 13 '11 at 11:13

score 0 · Answer 2 · edited Apr 13 '17 at 12:45

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Looks like there are a few options out there:

https://tmnotifier.com http://www.carnationsoftware.com/TM_Error_Log_WebPage.html

Also take a look at: https://apple.stackexchange.com/questions/31444/send-background-email-alert-if-time-machine-backup-fails

edited Apr 13 '17 at 12:45

Community

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answered Sep 07 '16 at 16:03

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Can Time Machine send an email notification when it's completed?

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