# Can the output folder for a NextSeq 500/550 run be saved to the local computer? Illumina does **not** recommend or support saving runs locally on NextSeq 500/550 due to potential negative effects on the computer. Instead, Illumina recommends saving to a network server/drive or an external hard drive. \ \ \
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