{"id":293455,"date":"2025-09-30T04:22:13","date_gmt":"2025-09-29T18:22:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/science.nasa.gov\/uncategorized\/new-file-download-process-for-large-requestspsi-new-file-download-process\/"},"modified":"2025-09-30T04:22:13","modified_gmt":"2025-09-29T18:22:13","slug":"new-file-download-process-for-psi-large-requests","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vibewire.com.au\/?p=293455","title":{"rendered":"New File Download Process for PSI Large Requests"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"\" class=\"padding-top-5 padding-bottom-3 width-full maxw-full hds-module hds-module-full alignfull wp-block-nasa-blocks-article-intro\">\n<div class=\"width-full maxw-full article-header\">\n<div class=\"margin-bottom-2 width-full maxw-full\">\n<p class=\"label carbon-60 margin-0 margin-bottom-3 padding-0\">2 min read<\/p>\n<h1 class=\"display-48 margin-bottom-2\">New File Download Process for PSI Large Requests<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><strong>A recent update to the PSI database improves how large dataset downloads are handled, resulting in more efficient processing for users.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Download requests larger than <strong>1GB<\/strong> are now delivered via <strong>email<\/strong>, rather than downloading directly from the website. This allows the system to prepare your files in the background so you can continue working without delays, accessing the files at your convenience once your request is processed.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why The Change?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This update improves user experience by:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Reducing system lag<\/strong> and download interruptions.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Allowing you to stay productive<\/strong> while files are processed in the background.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Increasing reliability<\/strong> of large downloads.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Delivering files in manageable parts<\/strong>, making them easier to handle and extract.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>How Does it Work?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>To download files <strong>larger than 1GB<\/strong>: <\/p>\n<p>1. Users<strong> select<\/strong> 2 or more desired files and click <strong>\u201cDownload Zip.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<div id=\"\" class=\"hds-media hds-module wp-block-image\">\n<div class=\"margin-left-auto margin-right-auto nasa-block-align-inline\">\n<div class=\"hds-media-wrapper margin-left-auto margin-right-auto\">\n<figure class=\"hds-media-inner hds-cover-wrapper hds-media-ratio-fit \"><a href=\"https:\/\/assets.science.nasa.gov\/dynamicimage\/assets\/science\/bps\/bps-general\/bps-data_osdr_psi\/PSI_NewFileDownload_pic1.jpg?w=1240&#038;h=395&#038;%23038;fit=clip&#038;%23038;crop=faces%2Cfocalpoint\" rel=\"noopener\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1240\" height=\"395\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.science.nasa.gov\/dynamicimage\/assets\/science\/bps\/bps-general\/bps-data_osdr_psi\/PSI_NewFileDownload_pic1.jpg?w=1240&#038;h=395&#038;%23038;fit=clip&#038;%23038;crop=faces%2Cfocalpoint\" class=\"attachment-2048x2048 size-2048x2048\" alt=\"PSI_NewFileDownload_pic1\" style=\"transform: scale(1); transform-origin: 50% 50%; object-position: 50% 50%; object-fit: cover;\" block_context=\"nasa-block\" loading=\"eager\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assets.science.nasa.gov\/dynamicimage\/assets\/science\/bps\/bps-general\/bps-data_osdr_psi\/PSI_NewFileDownload_pic1.jpg?w=1240&#038;h=395&#038;fit=crop&#038;crop=faces%2Cfocalpoint 1240w, https:\/\/assets.science.nasa.gov\/dynamicimage\/assets\/science\/bps\/bps-general\/bps-data_osdr_psi\/PSI_NewFileDownload_pic1.jpg?w=300&#038;h=96&#038;fit=crop&#038;crop=faces%2Cfocalpoint 300w, https:\/\/assets.science.nasa.gov\/dynamicimage\/assets\/science\/bps\/bps-general\/bps-data_osdr_psi\/PSI_NewFileDownload_pic1.jpg?w=768&#038;h=245&#038;fit=crop&#038;crop=faces%2Cfocalpoint 768w, https:\/\/assets.science.nasa.gov\/dynamicimage\/assets\/science\/bps\/bps-general\/bps-data_osdr_psi\/PSI_NewFileDownload_pic1.jpg?w=1024&#038;h=326&#038;fit=crop&#038;crop=faces%2Cfocalpoint 1024w, https:\/\/assets.science.nasa.gov\/dynamicimage\/assets\/science\/bps\/bps-general\/bps-data_osdr_psi\/PSI_NewFileDownload_pic1.jpg?w=400&#038;h=127&#038;fit=crop&#038;crop=faces%2Cfocalpoint 400w, https:\/\/assets.science.nasa.gov\/dynamicimage\/assets\/science\/bps\/bps-general\/bps-data_osdr_psi\/PSI_NewFileDownload_pic1.jpg?w=600&#038;h=191&#038;fit=crop&#038;crop=faces%2Cfocalpoint 600w, https:\/\/assets.science.nasa.gov\/dynamicimage\/assets\/science\/bps\/bps-general\/bps-data_osdr_psi\/PSI_NewFileDownload_pic1.jpg?w=900&#038;h=287&#038;fit=crop&#038;crop=faces%2Cfocalpoint 900w, https:\/\/assets.science.nasa.gov\/dynamicimage\/assets\/science\/bps\/bps-general\/bps-data_osdr_psi\/PSI_NewFileDownload_pic1.jpg?w=1200&#038;h=382&#038;fit=crop&#038;crop=faces%2Cfocalpoint 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1240px) 100vw, 1240px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>2. In the <strong>Prepared Large Download<\/strong> section:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Enter the <strong>email address<\/strong> where the download access links should be sent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check the box to confirm: <em>\u201cI understand large downloads are delivered in multiple parts via email.\u201d<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click <strong>\u201cSend me the links.\u201d<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>3. Users will receive an email confirming the download request has been submitted.<\/p>\n<p>4. Once the files are ready, users receive a second email with link(s) to access the download. NOTE: Download links are valid for <strong>7 days<\/strong> from the time you receive the email. Be sure to save the requested files before the links expire.<\/p>\n<div id=\"\" class=\"hds-media hds-module wp-block-image\">\n<div class=\"margin-left-auto margin-right-auto nasa-block-align-inline\">\n<div class=\"hds-media-wrapper margin-left-auto margin-right-auto\">\n<figure class=\"hds-media-inner hds-cover-wrapper hds-media-ratio-none \"><a href=\"https:\/\/assets.science.nasa.gov\/dynamicimage\/assets\/science\/bps\/bps-general\/bps-data_osdr_psi\/PSI_NewFileDownload_pic2.jpg?w=833&#038;h=455&#038;%23038;fit=clip&#038;%23038;crop=faces%2Cfocalpoint\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"833\" height=\"455\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.science.nasa.gov\/dynamicimage\/assets\/science\/bps\/bps-general\/bps-data_osdr_psi\/PSI_NewFileDownload_pic2.jpg?w=833&#038;h=455&#038;%23038;fit=clip&#038;%23038;crop=faces%2Cfocalpoint\" class=\"attachment-2048x2048 size-2048x2048\" alt=\"PSI_NewFileDownload_pic2\" style=\"transform: scale(1); transform-origin: 50% 50%; object-position: 50% 50%; object-fit: cover;\" block_context=\"nasa-block\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/assets.science.nasa.gov\/dynamicimage\/assets\/science\/bps\/bps-general\/bps-data_osdr_psi\/PSI_NewFileDownload_pic2.jpg?w=833&#038;h=455&#038;fit=crop&#038;crop=faces%2Cfocalpoint 833w, https:\/\/assets.science.nasa.gov\/dynamicimage\/assets\/science\/bps\/bps-general\/bps-data_osdr_psi\/PSI_NewFileDownload_pic2.jpg?w=300&#038;h=164&#038;fit=crop&#038;crop=faces%2Cfocalpoint 300w, https:\/\/assets.science.nasa.gov\/dynamicimage\/assets\/science\/bps\/bps-general\/bps-data_osdr_psi\/PSI_NewFileDownload_pic2.jpg?w=768&#038;h=419&#038;fit=crop&#038;crop=faces%2Cfocalpoint 768w, https:\/\/assets.science.nasa.gov\/dynamicimage\/assets\/science\/bps\/bps-general\/bps-data_osdr_psi\/PSI_NewFileDownload_pic2.jpg?w=400&#038;h=218&#038;fit=crop&#038;crop=faces%2Cfocalpoint 400w, https:\/\/assets.science.nasa.gov\/dynamicimage\/assets\/science\/bps\/bps-general\/bps-data_osdr_psi\/PSI_NewFileDownload_pic2.jpg?w=600&#038;h=328&#038;fit=crop&#038;crop=faces%2Cfocalpoint 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 833px) 100vw, 833px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:5px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Best Practices<\/h3>\n<p>To ensure a smooth and efficient download experience, especially when working with large datasets, follow these best practices to help reduce processing time, prevent errors, and simplify file handling.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Download only what you need:<\/strong> Smaller requests are processed faster.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Split very large requests:<\/strong> If possible, divide and submit large requests into smaller sets to speed up processing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Avoid simultaneous large requests:<\/strong> Submit one large download at a time for smoother performance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Before extracting, save all ZIP parts to the same folder:<\/strong> This ensures proper extraction of multi-part downloads.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Download promptly:<\/strong> Remember, download links will expire. Save your files while the link is active.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use a reliable email address:<\/strong> Double-check for typos and check your spam\/junk folder if you don\u2019t receive the emails.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A recent update to the PSI database improves how large dataset downloads are handled, resulting in more efficient processing for users. Download requests larger than 1GB are now delivered via email, rather than downloading directly from the website. 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