Using nearline storage

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The nearline (tape storage) system on Cedar and Graham has not reached a point where it is fully automated. What we are currently asking is for users to collect data they would like moved to tape in a directory either in their home or project space, preferably in a .tar or similar archive format, then request that the data be moved to the nearline tape system by contacting technical support.