RStor is a centrally provided, scalable network-attached storage platform by Dell EMC and it currently has a capacity of just over 420 terabytes. For data protection, the RStor system creates daily read-only point-in-time copies (snapshots) of files for 30 days. In addition, a nightly disaster recovery (DR) backup is taken of the entire system to different locations on campus.
Division of IT has implemented a storage solution for researchers needing a secure location for their working data. Currently configured with over 420 terabytes of storage, this DELL Isilon storage is located in the campus data center and can be accessed directly from Windows or Unix-based systems. As usage has grown, the system has been expanded to meet the capacity demands of the campus.
RStor solves the problem of access to high-volume, scalable storage of unstructured data for research needs, and through a hybrid central funding model it is cost-effective for storing large volumes of research data.
For data protection, the RStor system creates daily read-only point-in-time copies (snapshots) of files for 30 days. In addition, a nightly disaster recovery (DR) backup is taken of the entire system and replicated to different locations on campus. Each user is encouraged to develop and implement a data archiving practice.
The Division of IT is subsidizing this system, allowing for this iteration of the system to be available to researchers at $70 per terabyte per year. Space can be requested through your local college IT department, which will manage billing, quotas, and any drive mappings you require. College IT Administrators can find more information by logging into the RStor management system.
While anyone can log in and view the website, only pre-registered IT administrators can request and manage space on the system. If your college or department does not have a pre-registered administrator, and you have researchers wanting to use the system, please contact rc2-request@colostate.edu