The UDrive is a network storage space at Texas State that provides 5 GB of online storage to all Bobcats. Access files from any web browser, and from your desktop, laptop, or lab computer anywhere on- or off-campus. There is no need to worry as your files are securely encrypted and stored on Texas State servers. Best of all this is a free service for all Bobcats! All you need to do is log into Texas State WebFiles with your NetID and password.
Some notes and policy Information to consider:
- Windows computer users: If you do not see the UDrive right now, log on and off of your computer two times. Then it should be visible.
- The UDrive is for your individual, work or school-related files.
- You cannot share your UDrive with others.
- Be sure to zip up database files (such as Microsoft Access, Filemaker Pro, Outlook archives) before saving them to the UDrive.
- Do not install software or other applications to run directly on the UDrive.
- The UDrive is intended for you to store important work files and work on them directly from the UDrive. Alternately, you can move a copy of files that reside in your Documents folder to the UDrive.
- The UDrive is not intended for you to back up your entire computer’s operating system files or software programs.
- Storing important files on your UDrive will protect your files in the event that your local computer’s hard drive fails.
- You can recover accidentally deleted files or folders! Previously saved versions are auto-archived at 6 p.m. daily. These archived files are available on the network for a maximum of four weeks.
- If you exceed the default 5 GB quota limit, you will not be able to save any other files to the UDrive until you move other files off.
Chantal Lesley is a marketing and communications specialist student employee in the IT Marketing and Communications office.
