---
type: source
title: "URZ: Central Data Storage"
tags: [data-storage, backup, urz]
related: [zentrale-datenspeicherung, zentrale-datensicherungsstrategie]
created: 2026-06-30
updated: 2026-06-30
sources: ["output/rz_uni_greifswald_de_dienste_allgemein_zentrale_datenspeicherung.md"]
---

# URZ: Central Data Storage

This source provides a high-level overview of the central data storage and backup services provided by the Universitätsrechenzentrum (URZ) at the Universität Greifswald.

## Key Services
- **Central File Server:** Provides users with the ability to store and edit data independently of their specific end-device.
- **Central Backup Strategy:** Ensures that data stored on central systems is protected and can be restored quickly and easily in the event of data loss.
- **Decentralized Server Backups:** Allows for the request of backup storage on a central system for servers that are not centrally managed.

## Support
Support for these services is handled via the URZ's central support channels:
- **Ticket System:** Hosted on the [[groupware]] platform.
- **Hotline:** Available at extension 1420.