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title = "For Windows Users"
description = "Quickstart for Windows Users"
title = "Using PuTTY"
description = "How to connect to HCC clusters using the PuTTY SSH client"
weight = "20"
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##### Use of Duo two-factor authentication is **required** to access HCC resources.
##### Please see [Setting up and Using Duo]({{< relref "setting_up_and_using_duo" >}}).
---
- [Access to HCC Supercomputers] (#access-to-hcc-supercomputers)
- [Connecting to HCC Clusters](#connecting-to-hcc-clusters)
- [For Windows 10 Users](#windows-10)
- [For Windows 7 and 8.1 Users](#windows-7-and-8-1)
- [File Transferring with HCC Supercomputers] (#file-transferring)
- [SCP - Command Line] (#scp)
- [WinSCP - GUI] (#winscp)
- [Tutorial Video](#tutorial-video)
Access to HCC Supercomputers
-------------------------------
## Connecting to HCC Clusters
{{% notice info %}}
If you are on a Mac, please use the quickstart for [For Mac/Linux
Users]({{< relref "/connecting/for_maclinux_users" >}}).
If you have a MacOS or Linux system, please see [Connecting with Terminal]
({{< relref "/connecting/terminal.md" >}}).
{{% /notice %}}
### Windows 10
--------------
For Windows 10 users, use the Command Prompt, accessed by entering `cmd` in the start menu, to access to the
HCC supercomputers. In the Command Prompt,
type `ssh <username>@tusker.unl.edu` and the corresponding password
to get access to the HCC cluster **Tusker**. Note that &lt;username&gt;
should be replaced by your HCC account username. If you do not have a
HCC account, please contact a HCC specialist
({{< icon name="envelope" >}}[hcc-support@unl.edu] (mailto:hcc-support@unl.edu))
or go to http://hcc.unl.edu/newusers.
To use the **Crane** cluster, replace tusker.unl.edu with crane.unl.edu.
{{< highlight bash >}}
C:\> ssh <username>@tusker.unl.edu
C:\> <password>
{{< /highlight >}}
Newer Windows users (Windows 10 build version 1803 and later), can connect using the
Command Prompt. Please see [Connecting with the Terminal]({{< relref "/connecting/terminal" >}})
for more details.
### Windows 7 and 8.1
--------------
This quick start will help you configure your personal computer to work
with the HCC supercomputers. Here we use the two third party application
**PuTTY** and **WinSCP** for demonstration.
PuTTY: https://www.chiark.greenend.org.uk/~sgtatham/putty/latest.html
or [Direct Link](https://the.earth.li/~sgtatham/putty/latest/w32/putty.exe)
For users with older Windows versions, you will need to install an SSH client to connect.
We will cover the use of PuTTY here, but you are free to use any compatable client, such as
[MobaXterm]({{< relref "/connecting/mobaxterm" >}}) as well.
To download and install PuTTY, visit the [PuTTY website]
(https://www.chiark.greenend.org.uk/~sgtatham/putty/latest.html).
Here we use the HCC cluster **Tusker** for demonstration. To use the
**Crane** or cluster, replace `tusker.unl.edu` with `crane.unl.edu`.
Once you have PuTTY installed, run the application and follow these steps:
{{% notice info %}}
**Note that the example below uses the `Tusker` cluster, which is no longer active.
Replace all instances of `tusker` with either `crane` or `rhino` depending on which cluster
you want to connect to.
{{% /notice %}}
1. On the first screen, type `tusker.unl.edu` for Host Name, then click
**Open**.
{{< figure src="/images/3178523.png" height="450" >}}
2. On the second screen, click on **Yes**.
{{< figure src="/images/3178524.png" height="300" >}}
3. On the third screen, enter your HCC account **username**. If you do
not have a HCC account, please contact an HCC specialist
({{< icon name="envelope" >}}[hcc-support@unl.edu] (mailto:hcc-support@unl.edu))
......@@ -106,90 +94,13 @@ Here we use the HCC cluster **Tusker** for demonstration. To use the
{{< figure src="/images/8127264.png" height="450" >}}
### Next Steps:
File Transferring with HCC Supercomputers
-----------------------------------------
{{% notice info%}}
For best results when transfering data to and from the clusters, refer to [Handling Data]({{< ref "/handling_data" >}})
{{%/notice%}}
### SCP
For Windows users, file transferring between your personal computer
and the HCC supercomputers can be achieved through the command `scp`.
Here we use **Tusker** for example. **The following commands should be
executed from your computer. **
**Uploading from local to remote**
{{< highlight bash >}}
C:\> scp -r .\<folder name> <username>@tusker.unl.edu:/work/<group name>/<username>
{{< /highlight >}}
The above command line transfers a folder from the current directory
(`.\`) of the your computer to the `$WORK` directory of the HCC
supercomputer, Tusker. Note that you need to replace `<group name>`
and `<username>` with your HCC group name and username.
**Downloading from remote to local**
{{< highlight bash >}}
C:\> scp -r <username>@tusker.unl.edu:/work/<group name>/<username>/<folder name> .\
{{< /highlight >}}
The above command line transfers a folder from the `$WORK` directory of
the HCC supercomputer, Tusker, to the current directory (`.\`) of the
your computer.
### WinSCP
WinSCP: http://winscp.net/eng/download.php
Usually it is convenient to upload and download files between your personal computer
and the HCC supercomputers through a Graphic User Interface (GUI).
Download and install the third party application **WinSCP**
to connect the file systems between your personal computer and the HCC supercomputers.
Below is a step-by-step installation guide. Here we use the HCC cluster **Tusker**
for demonstration. To use the **Crane** cluster, replace `tusker.unl.edu`
with `crane.unl.edu`.
1. On the first screen, type `tusker.unl.edu` for Host name, enter your
HCC account username and password for User name and Password. Then
click on **Login**.
{{< figure src="/images/3178530.png" height="450" >}}
2. On the second screen, click on **Yes**.
{{< figure src="/images/3178531.png" >}}
3. Choose option "1" and press "Enter". Or simply press your Yubikey if
you have one.
{{< figure src="/images/8127268.png" >}}
4. On the third screen, click on **Remote**. Under Remote, choose Go To
and Open Directory/Bookmark. Alternatively, you can use the keyboard
shortcut "Ctrl + O".
{{< figure src="/images/3178532.png" height="450" >}}
5. On the final screen, type `/work/<group name>/<username>` for Open
directory. Use your HCC group name and username to replace
`<group name>` and `<username>`. Then click on **OK**.
{{< figure src="/images/3178533.png" height="450" >}}
6. Now you can drop and drag the files between your personal computer
and the HCC supercomputers.
{{< figure src="/images/3178539.png" height="450" >}}
Tutorial Video
--------------
{{< youtube -Vh7SyC-3mA >}}
Now that you are connected, check out these resources to learn more:
- [Handling Data]({{< relref "../handling_data/">}})
- [Running Applications]({{< relref "../applications/">}})
- [Submitting Jobs]({{< relref "../submitting_jobs/">}})
If you are not familiar with using command line Linux, check out these resources:
- [Basic Linux Commands]({{< relref "basic_linux_commands">}})
- [Software Carpentry Introduction to the Unix Shell Lesson](http://swcarpentry.github.io/shell-novice/)
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title = "Connecting with Terminal"
description = "How to connect to HCC clusters using Terminal (Mac/Linux) or Command Prompt (Windows)"
weight = "22"
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##### Use of Duo two-factor authentication is **required** to access HCC resources.
##### Please see [Setting up and Using Duo]({{< relref "setting_up_and_using_duo" >}}).
---
- [Starting Terminal] (#starting-terminal)
- [MacOS](#macos)
- [Linux](#linux)
- [Windows](#windows)
- [Connecting to HCC Clusters](#connecting-to-hcc-clusters)
# Starting Terminal:
## MacOS
To start a terminal on MacOS, launch Spotlight by pressing `Command - spacebar`.
Type "Terminal" and press `enter` to launch the application. You should see a prompt,
which is a string of text, followed by a `$` or `>` character and a blinking cursor.
Continue to connect by following the [connection directions below]
(#connecting-to-hcc-clusters).
## Linux
Terminal can be opened on most Linux systems by pressing the `Ctrl + Alt + T` keys simultaneously.
You should see a prompt - a string of text, followed by a `$` or `>` character and a blinking cursor.
Continue to connect by following the [connection directions below](#connecting-to-hcc-clusters).
## Windows
Computers with newer versions of windows (Windows 10 build version 1803 and later),
can connect using the Command Prompt. To start the command prompt, open the start menu
and type `cmd`. Press `enter` to run.
You should see a prompt - a string of text, followed by a `$` or `>` character and a blinking cursor.
Continue to connect by following the [connection directions below]
(#connecting-to-hcc-clusters).
If you are using an older versions of Windows, you will need to [download an SSH client]({{< relref "putty">}})
### Connecting To HCC Clusters
Once you have opened your terminal and you have a prompt, you can connect using the `ssh` command.
For example, to connect to the Crane cluster type the following in your terminal or Command Prompt window:
{{< highlight bash >}}
$ ssh <username>@crane.unl.edu
{{< /highlight >}}
where `<username>` is replaced with your HCC account name. To use the **Rhino** cluster,
replace crane.unl.edu with rhino.unl.edu.
The first time you connect to one of our clusters from a computer, you will be prompted to verify the connection:
{{< highlight bash >}}
The authenticity of host 'crane.unl.edu (129.93.227.113)' can't be established.
RSA key fingerprint is SHA256:GDH3+iqSp3WJxtUE6tXNQcWRwpf0xjYgkQrYBDX3Ir0.
RSA key fingerprint is MD5:e5:c5:ac:07:ff:47:53:18:5e:8b:44:16:51:78:4a:c7.
Are you sure you want to continue connecting (yes/no)?
{{< /highlight >}}
Type `yes` to indicate that you do intend to connect to Crane.
You will then be prompted for your password.
{{% notice info %}}**Note that when entering your password, the characters you type will
not be displayed on screen for security reasons.**{{% /notice %}}
Once the account password is entered successfully, two-factor authentication prompt will appear.
{{< highlight bash >}}
Duo two-factor login for demo01
Enter a passcode or select one of the following options:
1. Duo Push to XXX-XXX-4247
2. Phone call to XXX-XXX-4247
3. SMS passcodes to XXX-XXX-4247
Passcode or option (1-3):
{{< /highlight >}}
Enter the number which corresponds to your preferred option. You will know you have connected
if your prompt changes to the following:
{{< highlight bash >}}
[<username>@login.crane ~]$
{{< /highlight >}}
### Next Steps:
Now that you are connected, check out these resources to learn more:
- [Handling Data]({{< relref "../handling_data/">}})
- [Running Applications]({{< relref "../applications/">}})
- [Submitting Jobs]({{< relref "../submitting_jobs/">}})
If you are not familiar with using command line Linux, check out these resources:
- [Basic Linux Commands]({{< relref "basic_linux_commands">}})
- [Software Carpentry Introduction to the Unix Shell Lesson](http://swcarpentry.github.io/shell-novice/)
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title = "For Mac/Linux Users"
description = "Quickstart Guide for Mac/Linux Users"
title = "File Transfer with CyberDuck (MacOS/Windows)"
description = "Transfering data to and from HCC clusters with the Cyberduck SCP Client"
weight = "22"
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##### Use of Duo two-factor authentication is **required** to access HCC resources.
##### Please see [Setting up and Using Duo]({{< relref "setting_up_and_using_duo" >}}).
---
- [Access to HCC Supercomputers] (#access-to-hcc-supercomputers)
- [File Transferring with HCC Supercomputers] (#file-transfering)
- [SCP] (#using-the-scp-command)
- [CyberDuck] (#using-cyberduck)
- [Mac Tutorial Video](#mac-tutorial-video)
- [Linux Tutorial Video](#linux-tutorial-video)
This quick start will help you configure your personal computer to work
with the HCC supercomputers.
If you are running Windows, please use the quickstart [For Windows
Users]({{< relref "/connecting/for_windows_users" >}}).
Access to HCC Supercomputers
-------------------------------
For Mac/Linux users, use the system program Terminal to access to the
HCC supercomputers. In the Terminal prompt,
type `ssh <username>@crane.unl.edu` and the corresponding password
to get access to the HCC cluster **Crane**. Note that &lt;username&gt;
should be replaced by your HCC account username. If you do not have a
HCC account, please contact a HCC specialist
({{< icon name="envelope" >}}[hcc-support@unl.edu] (mailto:hcc-support@unl.edu))
or go to https://hcc.unl.edu/newusers.
To use the **Rhino** cluster, replace crane.unl.edu with with rhino.unl.edu.
{{< highlight bash >}}
$ ssh <username>@crane.unl.edu
$ <password>
{{< /highlight >}}
File Transferring with HCC Supercomputers
-----------------------------------------
### Using the SCP command
For Mac/Linux users, file transferring between your personal computer
and the HCC supercomputers can be achieved through the command `scp`.
Here we use **Crane** for example. **The following commands should be
executed from your computer. **
**Uploading from local to remote**
{{< highlight bash >}}
$ scp -r ./<folder name> <username>@crane.unl.edu:/work/<group name>/<username>
{{< /highlight >}}
The above command line transfers a folder from the current directory
(`./`) of the your computer to the `$WORK` directory of the HCC
supercomputer, Crane. Note that you need to replace `<group name>`
and `<username>` with your HCC group name and username.
**Downloading from remote to local**
{{< highlight bash >}}
$ scp -r <username>@crane.unl.edu:/work/<group name>/<username>/<folder name> ./
{{< /highlight >}}
The above command line transfers a folder from the `$WORK` directory of
the HCC supercomputer, Crane, to the current directory (`./`) of the
your computer.
### Using Cyberduck
## Using Cyberduck
---------------
If you wish to use a GUI, be aware that not all programs will function
If you wish to use a GUI for data transfer, be aware that not all programs will function
correctly with Duo two-factor authentication. Mac users are recommended
to use [Cyberduck](https://cyberduck.io). It is compatible with Duo, but a
few settings need to be changed.
......@@ -134,12 +71,3 @@ If you run into issues with two-factor authentication, try the command below for
$ rm -rf ~/Library/ApplicationSupport/Cyberduck
{{< /highlight >}}
Mac Tutorial Video
------------------
{{< youtube ulfcmRGfqxU >}}
Linux Tutorial Video
--------------------
{{< youtube K0i3swpwtdc >}}
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title = "File Transfer with scp"
description = "Transfering data to and from HCC clusters with the scp command"
weight = "22"
+++
## Using the SCP command
For MacOS, Linux, and later Windows users, file transferring between your personal computer
and the HCC supercomputers can be achieved through the command `scp` which stands for secure copy.
This method is ideal for quick transfer of smaller files. For large volume transfers,
we recommend the using [Globus] or an SCP client such as [WinSCP for Windows]({{< relref "winscp">}}) or
[CyberDuck for Mac/Linux]({{< relref "cyberduck">}}).
Just like the `cp` copy command, the `scp` command requires two arguments,
the path to source file(s) and the path to the target location.
Since one or more of these locations are remote, you will need to specify the username and host for those.
{{< highlight bash >}}
$ scp <username>@<host>:<path_to_files> <username>@<host>:<path_to_files>
{{< /highlight >}}
For the local location, you do not need to specify the username or host. **When transferring to and from
your local computer, the `scp` command should be ran on your computer, NOT from HCC clusters.**
### Uploading a file to Crane
Here is an example of file transfer to and from the Crane cluster.
To upload the file `data.csv` in your current directory to your `$WORK` directory
on the Crane cluster, you would use the command:
{{< highlight bash >}}
$ scp ./data.csv <user_name>@crane.unl.edu:/work/<group_name>/<user_name>
{{< /highlight >}}
where `<user_name>` and `<group_name>` are replaced with your user name and your group name.
### Downloading a file from Crane
To download the file `data.csv` from your `$WORK` directory
on the Crane cluster to your current directory, you would use the command:
{{< highlight bash >}}
$ scp <user_name>@crane.unl.edu:/work/<group_name>/<user_name>/data.csv ./
{{< /highlight >}}
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title = "For Windows Users"
description = "Quickstart for Windows Users"
weight = "20"
+++
### WinSCP
WinSCP: http://winscp.net/eng/download.php
Usually it is convenient to upload and download files between your personal computer
and the HCC supercomputers through a Graphic User Interface (GUI).
Download and install the third party application **WinSCP**
to connect the file systems between your personal computer and the HCC supercomputers.
Below is a step-by-step installation guide. Here we use the HCC cluster **Tusker**
for demonstration. To use the **Crane** cluster, replace `tusker.unl.edu`
with `crane.unl.edu`.
1. On the first screen, type `tusker.unl.edu` for Host name, enter your
HCC account username and password for User name and Password. Then
click on **Login**.
{{< figure src="/images/3178530.png" height="450" >}}
2. On the second screen, click on **Yes**.
{{< figure src="/images/3178531.png" >}}
3. Choose option "1" and press "Enter". Or simply press your Yubikey if
you have one.
{{< figure src="/images/8127268.png" >}}
4. On the third screen, click on **Remote**. Under Remote, choose Go To
and Open Directory/Bookmark. Alternatively, you can use the keyboard
shortcut "Ctrl + O".
{{< figure src="/images/3178532.png" height="450" >}}
5. On the final screen, type `/work/<group name>/<username>` for Open
directory. Use your HCC group name and username to replace
`<group name>` and `<username>`. Then click on **OK**.
{{< figure src="/images/3178533.png" height="450" >}}
6. Now you can drop and drag the files between your personal computer
and the HCC supercomputers.
{{< figure src="/images/3178539.png" height="450" >}}
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