next.Hessenbox allows you to easily store your files online – such as projects, presentations, scripts, or assignments – and sync them across all your devices. This way, you always have access to the latest version, whether you are in the lecture hall, on campus, using your PC, or on the go with your laptop or smartphone. Additionally, you can share files and collaborate with others.
User groups
- Employees of TU Darmstadt have a storage capacity of 100 GB at their disposal.
- Students of TU Darmstadt have a storage capacity of 30 GB at their disposal.
- Guests & external users (without TU-ID) do not have their own storage.
Service characteristics
next.Hessenbox offers
- Storage space: 30 GB for students, 100 GB for TU Darmstadt employees.
- Central storage location: Access your data at any time and on the move.
- File sharing: Share files with students, employees and guests with TU-ID or external persons with granted access authorisation.
- Download function: Shared files can be downloaded by authorised persons.
- Online editing: Edit documents directly in the web browser with OnlyOffice – without additional software.
The next.Hessenbox can be accessed via the web browser: next.Hessenbox (opens in new tab)
Client for synchronisation on your own device
- The client software next.Hessenbox is available in the software depot for HRZ-managed computers.
- Users who manage their computer themselves can find the NextCloud clients for Windows, Mac and Linux at https://nextcloud.com/install/#install-clients (opens in new tab).
- Apps for mobile devices can be found in the corresponding app stores.
Use the address https://next.hessenbox.de as the server address for setting up synchronisation.
