Introduction to High Performance Computing: Setup

HPC Access

You will need to have an HPC user account before the workshop begins.

For those looking to use the QRISCloud HPC Awoonga, you can sign up here. Please ensure you have registered for your account ATLEAST 3 DAYS PRIOR to the commencement of the workshop.

JCU staff and students can apply for an account online HERE. Please ensure you have registered for your account ATLEAST 3 DAYS PRIOR to the commencement of the workshop.

Example Files

You will find the example files used in this tutorial here.

SSH

In order to connect to a remote computer, such as an HPC cluster. Students will need an ‘SSH’ client on their computer; check for your operating system below for instructions to download an SSH Client of your own.

Windows

Install PuTTY Client, ensure you pick the appropriate 32 or 64 bit edition.

macOS

OSx comes pre-isntalled with an SSH Client, access it via your terminal.

Linux

Linux OS comes pre-isntalled with an SSH Client, access it via your terminal.

STFP

GUI tools to make transferring files easier.

All OS

FileZilla is a Graphical Program used to transfer files between your computer and a remote HPC setup. Filezilla can be used on Windows, OSx, and Linux.