Network storage

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Under ‘Please select the topic you require assistance with*' select 'Storage service request’

Term

1. Storage space is assigned on an annual basis, starting May 1 each year. This date marks the beginning of IST’s annual usage review process.

2. Annual Review: IST reviews storage usage yearly to identify dormant files. Owners will be asked to either clean up these files or confirm their continued need.

3. Alternative Storage: For long-term dormant files, IST may propose and discuss alternative storage options.

4. Non-Response Policy: If IST does not receive a response from the designated storage owner, we will make reasonable attempts to contact other potential owners. If unsuccessful, IST will terminate the storage and reclaim the space. This data will not be recoverable.

5. Owner Responsibility: It is the storage owner’s responsibility to ensure IST has accurate and up-to-date contact information.

Modifications

1. Storage modifications can be requested at any time.

2. All changes will be reviewed and discussed with the IST storage team.

Conditions

1. IST reserves the right to refuse requests or cancel allocations at its discretion.

2. Storage is strictly for work, research, and educational purposes.

3. CIFS exports will be managed using NEXUS Active Directory security groups.

4. Storage deemed inappropriate for our environment must be removed within 30 days of notification.