The P drive netshare is used to store files containing PII and is only accessible in Secure Apps (https://secureapps.ccsu.edu). 

How to Access:

The P drive is only accessible in Secure Apps (https://secureapps.ccsu.edu), it can be located in File Explorer (the yellow folder icon).  In conjunction with the P drive, you also have a T drive (transfer drive) to use to transfer files from your email or local computer to the P drive. To move files from your computer to the P drive:

1. First save the file(s) from your email or computer to the T drive netshare (transfer drive).
2. From within Secure Apps, open both the "T drive" and the "P drive" from File Explorer (the yellow folder icon).
3. Click and drag (or cut and paste) the file(s)s from the T drive folder to the P drive folder.

Please note, files must be moved out of the T drive within 24 hours otherwise they are deleted. 

Note: The T drive is automatically created for anyone with access to Secure Apps. It will appear on the local computer, as well as, when logged into Secure Apps.

How to Request:

P drives are set up by department. If your department does not have one, the department head fill out the request form by going to www.ccsu.edu/it and click on Service and Equipment Requests. Search for "P drive" and fill out the form. Once approved, you will get a confirming email with further instructions.

Service Availability:

• 24/7

Exceptions:

• Sunday 12am to 12pm, System maintenance, may impact the availability of this service.

Additional Information:

• Go to Records Retention.