This archive contains answers to questions sent to Unidata support through mid-2025. Note that the archive is no longer being updated. We provide the archive for reference; many of the answers presented here remain technically correct, even if somewhat outdated. For the most up-to-date information on the use of NSF Unidata software and data services, please consult the Software Documentation first.
> > Hi > > I am trying to read ARGO profiles data, which I downloaded from > CORIOLIS web page. When I try to see what is the file structure > by using: > > --------------------------------------------------------- > > ncdump -h 4900882_prof.n > I get the message: > ncdump: 4900882_prof.nc: Invalid argument > > > When I use command: > ncgen -f 4900882_prof.nc > I get a message > ncgen: 4900882_prof.nc: syntax error > > ------------------------------------------- > > I am working on a SUN solaris system (Ace-Net) in > Memorial University. Could you please let me know > what eventually may be this problem related to! > > Thanks > > Entcho > > ---------------------------------------------------------------------- > Entcho Demirov e-mail: address@hidden > Physics and Physical Oceanography Phone: 709-737-8834 > Memorial University > St. John's, Newfoundland A1B 3X7 Fax: 709-737-8739 > --------------------------------------------------------------------- > > Howdy Entcho! Is the file very large? Can you send it to me? Thanks! Ed Ticket Details =================== Ticket ID: YCK-274847 Department: Support netCDF Priority: Normal Status: Open