Storage Center Alert: Disk Folder is Low on Space

Summary: Steps to resolve a Storage Center Alert that the disk folder is low on space.

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Instructions

The identified disk folder is low on space, and it is recommended to free up space to prevent data from becoming unavailable.
  1. Empty the recycle bin.
  2. Use SCSI UNMAP features or Dell Storage Manager Server Agent to find and recover unused disk space.
  3. Reduce the retention of snapshots on the system
  4. Delete and empty from recycle bin any test volumes
  5. Move volumes from the identified disk folder to another disk folder with more space.
  6. Move volumes off the Storage Center
If the above actions have been performed or are not possible and the system is still low on space, then contact Dell Support for additional guidance.

Affected Products

Dell Compellent SC4020, Dell Storage SC8000, Dell Compellent Series 40, Dell Storage SCv2000, Dell Storage SCv2020, Dell Storage SCv2080, Dell Storage SC7020, Dell Storage SC9000
Article Properties
Article Number: 000121313
Article Type: How To
Last Modified: 09 Apr 2025
Version:  5
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