Collaboration Computing & Cloud Storage FIPPA Compliant
Big Data, Large Storage, and Object Storage
Description
UBC ARC Chinook is a new object storage platform, available to UBC researchers by application. With an initial 5 PB of storage, Chinook is an integral part of UBC’s efforts to significantly increase storage capacity to meet the immediate needs of UBC researchers and supplement the storage resources available through the national platforms.
Who can use it
Authorized Students, FacultySupport
Contact
Self service links and Resources
Learn more about ARC Object Storage
Guided service links and Resources
None
Features
Used to retain/retrieve large portions of research data; Accessed via Globus; Available to faculty and Principal Investigators; Apply online; Consultations given through ARC team
Associated Costs
Free
Alternatives
Amazon S3, and similar services