Tuesday, October 1, 2024
What is happening?
The file servers (files.math.uwaterloo.ca , files.student.math.uwaterloo.ca other file shares hosted on FS300) will undergo an upgrade to the operating system on October 12, 2024 starting at 8:00am
When is this happening?
October 12, 2024 from 8:00am until 12:00pm
Who is impacted?
All faculty, graduate students, undergraduate students, and staff.
What is the impact?
Network file systems such as home drives (Linux and Windows) and shared network folders (Depts) will experience loss of connectivity.
What do you need to do?
Before Oct 12, 8am:
- Save and close files that are stored on your home drive (Linux, Windows, and MacOS) and sign out.
On Oct 12 between 8am and 12pm:
- Refrain from signing in to Linux and Windows systems because your home drive might be unavailable.
- Refrain from connecting your Mac to files.math.uwaterloo.ca.
Questions or concerns? Submit an RT