Data Output and Storage

Illumina sequencing systems are designed for use with a network. The system is not intended to store run data. Therefore, performing a run in standalone mode requires a network connection to transfer run data to a network location. Do not save run data to a local hard drive. The system hard drive is intended for temporary storage before data are transferred automatically. Data saved on the hard drive that are not used by the current run can compromise performance. Refer to Network Connections for information on the transferring run data to network locations.

When data transfer to external storage is complete, the following files appear in the output folder:

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RTAComplete.txt

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CopyComplete.txt

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SequenceComplete.txt

To confirm successful data transfer, make sure that CopyComplete.txt is present and the Process Management screen displays green checkmarks for all processes.