File space (or disk space)

You cannot save your personal files on any Information Commons computer.  However, students and staff are allocated disk space in your Home Folder, which is accessible from any Information Commons workplace. Your standard allocation is 250 Mbytes. This allocation is used to stop people filling up the server, and to provide a fair share for everyone. If you are enrolled in a course that requires more disk space, you will automatically be allocated extra file space. 

Once you have filled all your disk space you are not able to write new files or change existing ones. Some applications do not function when you have used up your disk space.

How do I check my disk on a Windows system?

As soon as you log on your disk space is displayed in the lower right hand corner of the screen.  Alternatively, go to http://pebble.anu.edu.au, log in using your UniID and password, then click on View Quota in the left hand menu.

How do I check my  disk space on a Mac?

Click on the ANU icon in the top right hand menu bar.  Your disk space, which is named your Pebble Space Usage, will be displayed.  Alternatively, go to http://pebble.anu.edu.au, log in using your UniID and password, then click on View Quota in the left hand menu.

What do I do if I exceed my disk space?

Once your allocation is filled you can’t save anything else without deleting some files to free up space. In addition, certain programs require disk space to run properly.  If you need to create larger files than your allocation allows, ask your course supervisor to contact the Help Desk on extension 59666, or see a consultant at Ask ANU in the Chifley Library building.