Using the BMRC HPC System

If you have not used a High Performance Computing (HPC) cluster, the Linux operating system or even a command line before this is the place to start. This guide will get you set up using the cluster fairly quickly.

• What Is High Performance Computing?
  • Introduction
  • Who Can Use or Should Use an HPC Cluster?
  • What Is an HPC Cluster?
  • When Should I Use HPC?
  • When Shouldn’t I Use HPC?
• Getting an Account
  • For Staff
  • For Students
  • After Access Has Been Granted
  • Conditions for HPC Access and Usage
• Connecting to the Cluster
  • SSH Client Software on Windows
  • SSH Client Software on MacOS and Linux
  • Establishing a SSH connection
• Connection Tips
  • Reuse SSH Connections
  • TMUX/screen