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Austin Disk Services

Overview

Store your critical files (including Category I data) on a fast, highly redundant system using disk storage space on austin.utexas.edu. You can access your stored files with any network connection, synchronize your folders, and maintain a consistent interface no matter where you are with applications such as Terminal Services and Outlook.

Features

  • Meets the minimum standards set by ISO for storing Category I data (must use IPSec, WebDAV, or SFTP to connect)
  • Automatically synchronize work you do offline with austin.utexas.edu any time you log on
  • "Shadow copies" of files are made at 7 a.m. and 12 noon Monday-Friday, so recent versions of files are easily recovered
  • Full daily backups of files on redundant disk ensure your data is secure
  • Fast file transfer from campus-based computers
  • Compatible with all Windows operating systems and applications

Cost

Requires a Windows Services Account (no charge) with the Austin Disk Services option. Each 1 GB costs $5 per year. Individuals can purchase disk space online in 1 GB increments, up to 20 GB. Departments can also purchase disk space online, with a minimum allocation of 50 GB.