GroupWise allows you to archive messages, appointments, etc. so that they can be kept for as long as you
desire. The archive process can be done anytime using the client software, or can be set to archive automatically. You can
select any message(s) to be archived; however, you cannot select a folder to be archived. If the selected
message is in a folder, GroupWise will automatically create the same folder within the archive, if
necessary, so your archive will be arranged the same as your active mailbox.
Where is my GroupWise archive stored? 
All archive locations have been set to H:\groupwise\archive. We selected this location because files stored on network drives are backed up on a regular basis and when you receive a new computer you will have your archive directory available.
How do I use my GroupWise archive?
Use Archive to save mailbox items (e-mail messages, calendar items, etc. to your archive directory on H:\groupwise\archive (this is moving to h:\groupwise\archive) . Archiving items saves GroupWise network space and keeps your Mailbox uncluttered. It also protects items from being automatically deleted. Simply right-click on an item and select Move to Archive.
Does the archive have a size limitation?
Your archive is stored on your H:\ (home) drive. Your home drive has a limit of 20 GB/
What happens if I exceed my archive limit?
If you go beyond the archive limit on a Windows computer you will see:
At that point you need to go into your archive directory and remove items.
How do I check the size of my archive?
GroupWise has a nice tool to help you manage your mailbox size. However, checking the size of your GroupWise archive requires a few more steps.You should check the size of your archive on a regular basis because you won't receive any warnings until you are over the limit and then when you try to archive an item a small window will appear telling you the disk is full. At that point you won't be able to archive until you delete some items.
To check the size of your archive
- Double-click on the My Computer icon on your desktop
- Double-click on your H:\ drive.
- Locate your Groupwise directory and mouse over the folder. A pop-up window will show you the current size of the directory.
Your archive limit is 1 GB. 1GB = 1024 MB - For additional information, right-click over the GroupWise folder and select Properties.
NOTE: It is important that you do not rename this folder.
To reduce the size of your archive
- To reduce the size of your archive, open GroupWise and select File > Open Archive. Delete any e-mails that you no longer need to access.
If you have questions about your GroupWise archive please contact the HelpDesk at x6-8555.
