Shared Drives

Use this service to request the creation of a new shared network drive or access to an existing shared drive. Shared drives provide centralized file storage for departments, teams, and projects, allowing multiple users to securely access and collaborate on documents within Oakland University’s network environment.

Users can also request assistance with troubleshooting connectivity or other shared drive problems.

Who is Eligible?

Active Faculty, Staff and Student Employees

Prerequisites and Expectations

  • Requesters must have a valid NetID login to access shared drives.

  • Each request is reviewed internally by University Technology Services to determine appropriate access levels and ensure compliance with university data security policies.

  • Shared drives are intended for collaborative use by departments, offices, and approved project teams.

  • The OU Help Desk will investigate issues related to drive access, permissions, or performance, and will work with appropriate support teams as needed to resolve them.

  • When requesting a new shared drive, please include the department or team name, the intended use, and a list of users requiring access.

  • For more details on shared storage solutions and appropriate use, please visit the Employee Resource Network – Sharing, Storage & Learning Services page.

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Cost

No charge.

 
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Service Offerings (4)

Request Finance Share Drive Access
Request access to a shared network drive for secure financial data storage and collaboration.
Request Share Drive Access
Request access to a shared network drive for secure file storage and collaboration.
Request Share Drive Creation
Request the creation of a network shared drive.
Report a Problem with Shared Drives
Report issues with accessing or using a shared network drive.