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Overview
Kopah is the University of Washington's on-premises, S3-compatible object storage service. It offers flexible, cost-effective, and scalable storage.
Key Features
S3-compatible storage for use with familiar tools and APIs
Bucket-based organization with support for public sharing links
Compatible with Hyak and major cloud platforms
No data egress or access fees
Exempt from indirect costs Dedicated support from UW Research Computing staff
Business Model and Pricing
Kopah offers three main options:
Quota Plan – ideal for flexible or short-term use
Small Condo – 12 TB, with one-time hardware cost and lower monthly fees
Large Condo – 300 TB, best suited for high-capacity storage
Important Consideration: Kopah is not backed up. For backup solutions, UW researchers can use services like Lolo or external systems.
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Eligibility and Restrictions
Available to UW faculty, staff, or affiliates with a valid NetID and Worktags. Accounts are group-based and access is managed via keys.
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Support & Availability
User support
Service Team Support
Support hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PST
System availability: 24/7/365 (except during maintenance)
Scheduled maintenance:
Second Tuesday of every month, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Extended quarterly maintenance: Jan, Apr, Jul, Oct, 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. the following day
Accounts typically provisioned within 1–3 business days
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