Archive file systems are defined as file systems that maintain a data set for an extended period of time that has little to no change during that life time. This type of access pattern allows it to be utilized at very high levels.
Recommendation: The file system should be maintained at a usage level no higher than 97%. The Entire File System usage thresholds are recommended to be set at the following levels:
| Warning | 90% |
| Severe | 97% |