Access to the CS computing infrastructure is currently limited to users on the Linux desktop computers in the CS Hardware Lab (Briggs 222) and via SSH through the Linux command line. You will need a working knowledge of Linux commands to get started. If you are new to the Linux operating system, you will probably want to start with the Getting Started with Linux section below.
Accessing the System
These systems can be accessed either using the workstations in the Brigss 222 hardware lab, or accessed via SSH. Students enrolled in COMP 231 have priority access to all desktops in the hardware lab.
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Off-campus users are not permitted to directly SSH into the system unless they have setup SSH keys between their own computer and cslogin.arc.rhodes.edu
. To setup password-less SSH keys, follow the steps here: Getting Rid of SSH Passwords (Securely).
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You must setup your SSH keys from on-campus. Password logins are disabled from off-campus. |
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Unless you are using a virtual desktop to access the clusterthese systems, you will need to use a terminal program on your desktop/laptop. Using a terminal program will depend on which operating system you use and your specific needs. If you are unsure, the simplest solutions are presented first.
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You need to change the username , to your Rhodes username, but then you should be able to connect like this:
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