Background

Network Data Storage Space Limits effective June 10, 2013 are:

• 250GB limit for network data storage space that is backed up by IT and 25GB storage for students.    
• Network data storage space is intended for GVSU work related materials
  • Personal pictures, music, movies, games, files should not be placed under the network locations that are being backed up
  • Note that only the "Documents" folder on Windows machines is backed up
• Email alert will be sent to individual if network data storage space reaches 240GB or more
  • Email will indicate that you are 240GB or more and suggest options for reducing your network data storage space
  • Immediate attention is required to prevent backups from failing if network data storage space exceeds 250GB
• If GVSU work related materials exceed the 250GB limit
  • Individual determines least used files to be removed from the backed up network data storage space and stored on local hard drive, external drive, USB, etc.
  • Alternative backup strategy is the responsibility of the individual

Failure to comply may result in incomplete backups and/or loss of data.

Questions/concerns should be directed to the IT Service Desk at [email protected] or by calling (616) 331-2101.