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• Globus GridFTP:
  • Secure, robust data transfer using FTP protocol
  • Dedicated SER-CAT GridFTP onsite server; remote user data transfer will not drag down the local network and file access performance
  • User can start data transfer from SER-CAT archive system to their home institutions archive by using Globus Connect Personal protocol - anywhere, anytime
  • Interrupted data transfer can be resumed anytime
• Sending a portable Linux hard drive (EXT3 formatted):
  • Windows and Mac formats (eg. FAT32, exFAT, NTFS, APFS, and HFS+) are NOT supported by SER-CAT
  • Make sure there is sufficient room on the hard drive for your anticipated backup requirements; be optimistic, and guesstimate high for your requirements
  • If the drive is brand new, SER-CAT staff can format to EXT3 format for you, before backing up your data to the drive