What is the maximum file size I can store on the Data Archive?
There is no set maximum file size for the UNSW Data Archive. For very large datasets, and individual files, the speed of your network connection matters most. Please contact your local IT support or the UNSW IT Service Centre (9385 1333) if you have special needs in this area.
The size of your data and frequency of data creation will influence how you interact with the Data Archive. Please use the table below to determine which method aligns with your needs:
Data size |
Number of Files |
Best solution |
Under 50 gigabytes (GB) |
Under 1000 |
Web application. |
Under 50 gigabytes (GB) |
Over 1000 |
Web application. |
Over 50 gigabytes (GB) |
|
SFTP Client. |
Regular creation of data sets |
|
SFTP Client or Command line script. |
Help and further information:
- To learn more about the Data Archive:
- go to the Start here page
- see all Help Topics
- see all Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- browse through the carousel on the homepage to view all available videos
- To access the Data Archive Web application, use this link, or, go to the Home page for other access options
- To create, or update, a Research Data Management Plan go to the ResToolkit service
- Note: the Data Archive service is also available over SFTP, see the SFTP client guide for more information