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imported>Huston: Split cores into their own column; removed old hosts; removed Condor mention; updated registration information

2022-04-21T15:03:48Z

Split cores into their own column; removed old hosts; removed Condor mention; updated registration information

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	! Name		! Name
	! ~~CPUs~~		! Architecture
			! Cores
	! Memory		! Memory
	! Notes		! Notes
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	\| coma		\| coma
	\| Virtual Machine		\| Virtual Machine
			\| 1
	\| 2GB		\| 2GB
	\| VM for NON-COMPUTATIONAL work		\| VM for NON-COMPUTATIONAL work
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	\| minos		\| minos
	\| Virtual Machine		\| Virtual Machine
			\| 1
	\| 2GB		\| 2GB
	\| Read-only home directories - login/email service only		\| Read-only home directories - login/email service only
	\|-
	~~\| <s>trek</s>~~
	~~\| <s>x86_64 2.60GHz(x16)</s>~~
	~~\| <s>128GB</s>~~
	~~\| <s>Dual E5-2670 "Sandy Bridge"</s> '''''Failed 2020/11/06'''''~~
	\|-
	~~\| <s>raleigh</s>~~
	~~\| <s>x86_64 2.60GHz(x16)</s>~~
	~~\| <s>128GB</s>~~
	~~\| <s>Dual E5-2670 "Sandy Bridge"</s> '''''Failed 2020/09/02'''''~~
	\|-		\|-
	\| triumph		\| triumph
	\| x86_64 2.40GHz~~(x28)~~		\| x86_64 2.40GHz
			\| 28
	\| 256GB		\| 256GB
	\| Dual E5-2680 v4 "Broadwell"		\| Dual E5-2680 v4 "Broadwell"
	\|-		\|-
	\| suzuki		\| suzuki
	\| x86_64 2.40GHz~~(x28)~~		\| x86_64 2.40GHz
			\| 28
	\| 256GB		\| 256GB
	\| Dual E5-2680 v4 "Broadwell"		\| Dual E5-2680 v4 "Broadwell"
	\|-		\|-
	\| ducati		\| ducati
	\| x86_64 2.90GHz~~(x96)~~		\| x86_64 2.90GHz
			\| 96
	\| 768GB		\| 768GB
	\| Quad Platinum 8268 "Cascade Lake-SP"		\| Quad Platinum 8268 "Cascade Lake-SP"
	\|-		\|-
	\| norton		\| norton
	\| x86_64 2.90GHz~~(x96)~~		\| x86_64 2.90GHz
			\| 96
	\| 768GB		\| 768GB
	\| Quad Platinum 8268 "Cascade Lake-SP"		\| Quad Platinum 8268 "Cascade Lake-SP"
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	The recommended way to run jobs on any available machines is to use [[Condor]] to manage your processes. This way, you can queue up multiple jobs which will be run on whatever machine is available at the time, and should a machine become used by its primary user the job will be moved off to another available host or held until something becomes idle. Jobs that are run on department machines directly, not through [[Condor]], may be killed off without warning since they won't be nicely moved out of the way if an interactive user needs the machine.		Many department members utilize high performance computing resources maintained by Research Computing; you can see information about them, and how to request access to them, at the [http://www.princeton.edu/researchcomputing/ Research Computing website].

	Many department members utilize high performance computing resources maintained by ~~PICSciE~~; you can see information about them, and how to request access to them, at the [http://www.princeton.edu/researchcomputing/ Research Computing website].


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	If your laptop is already registered on Dormnet, then there's nothing extra needed since it will use its Dormnet registration to connect once the port is turned on. In the meantime you can use any of the open ports in the Library (on the right-hand wall, near the computers with the scanner attached). If you live in a dorm, then your laptop cannot be registered through us but must be done through Dormnet. The website to do so is http://www.net.princeton.edu/hostmaster/dormnet.html		If your laptop is not already registered, then there's a couple pieces of information we need from you. One will be the computer's name, the hostname it will have on the network. This can be different from what you call it, since for the most part they are mutually exclusive (except in the case of Linux, which can complain if misconfigured, and is given a different hostname from what it expects). To check to see if the hostname is taken already, login to a Linux machine and type '<tt>host [hostname]</tt>', where [hostname] is the name you'd like to use. For example:

	~~If it~~ is not already registered, then there's a couple pieces of information we need from you. One will be the computer's name, the hostname it will have on the network. This can be different from what you call it, since for the most part they are mutually exclusive (except in the case of Linux, which can complain if misconfigured, and is given a different hostname from what it expects). To check to see if the hostname is taken already, login to a Linux machine and type '<tt>host [hostname]</tt>', where [hostname] is the name you'd like to use. For example:

	$ host xanadu		$ host xanadu
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	* Linux		* Linux
	*: '<tt>/sbin/ifconfig eth0</tt>' - look for line that starts "HWaddr"		*: '<tt>/sbin/ifconfig eth0</tt>' - look for line that starts "HWaddr"
			*: Alternatively, '<tt>ip link</tt>'
	* Windows NT/2000/XP		* Windows NT/2000/XP
	*: Start -> Run -> '<tt>cmd /k ipconfig /all</tt>'		*: Start -> Run -> '<tt>cmd /k ipconfig /all</tt>'

imported>Huston at 14:43, 19 March 2021

2021-03-19T14:43:22Z

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 | 256GB
 | Dual E5-2680 v4 "Broadwell"
 |}

imported>Huston at 21:19, 6 November 2020

2020-11-06T21:19:53Z

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	\| Read-only home directories - login/email service only		\| Read-only home directories - login/email service only
	\|-		\|-
	\| trek		\| <s>trek</s>
	\| x86_64 2.60GHz(x16)		\| <s>x86_64 2.60GHz(x16)</s>
	\| 128GB		\| <s>128GB</s>
	\| Dual E5-2670 "Sandy Bridge"		\| <s>Dual E5-2670 "Sandy Bridge"</s> '''''Failed 2020/11/06'''''
	\|-		\|-
	\| <s>raleigh</s>		\| <s>raleigh</s>

imported>Huston at 14:28, 3 September 2020

2020-09-03T14:28:11Z

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	\| Dual E5-2670 "Sandy Bridge"		\| Dual E5-2670 "Sandy Bridge"
	\|-		\|-
	\| raleigh		\| <s>raleigh</s>
	\| x86_64 2.60GHz(x16)		\| <s>x86_64 2.60GHz(x16)</s>
	\| 128GB		\| <s>128GB</s>
	\| Dual E5-2670 "Sandy Bridge"		\| <s>Dual E5-2670 "Sandy Bridge"</s> '''''Failed 2020/09/02'''''
	\|-		\|-
	\| triumph		\| triumph

imported>Lkoven: /* The short version */ Added more text explaining what we do and don't need for non-visitors; added some text to explain that we no longer want wireless addresses for registration

2018-09-11T18:32:31Z

The short version: Added more text explaining what we do and don't need for non-visitors; added some text to explain that we no longer want wireless addresses for registration

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	For those too much in a hurry to read everything below (and we strongly suggest you do, lest you not know how to get this information), here's what we need:		For those too much in a hurry to read everything below (and we strongly suggest you do, lest you not know how to get this information), here's what we need:

			'''Do not send wireless MAC addresses. We do not register your wireless MAC address.''' If you need wireless access on a device, please use [https://princeton.edu/eduroam Eduroam]
	* The wired MAC address. If your laptop doesn't have built-in wired ethernet and you use an adapter, you generally must connect the adapter to the computer in order to get its MAC addresss. If it shows one while disconnected from the computer, it may be incorrect.		* The wired MAC address. If your laptop doesn't have built-in wired ethernet and you use an adapter, you generally must connect the adapter to the computer in order to get its MAC addresss. If it shows one while disconnected from the computer, it may be incorrect.
	* The desired name for the computer in the database		* The desired name for the computer in the database
	* How long you need your device to function on campus (if visiting -- if you're here for a semester or more, this isn't needed)
	* Your location (office number) in the building		* Your location (office number) in the building
	* Who is sponsoring your visit (if you are a visitor)
	* Your Astro user id (if you have one)		* Your Astro user id (if you have one)
			'''The following items are only needed if you are visiting (ie, you not faculty/staff/postdoc/fellow/a Princeton University student)'''
			'''If you are visiting, please consider whether you need to actually register you device, or if you can get away with using [https://princeton.edu/eduroam Eduroam]'''
			* How long you need your device to function on campus (if visiting -- if you're here for a semester or more, this isn't needed)
			* Who is sponsoring your visit


	'''Failure to provide the details we need to register your laptop will delay registration. Help us help you by providing everything above'''		'''Failure to provide the details we need to register your laptop will delay registration. Help us help you by providing everything above'''

imported>Lkoven: /* How do I register my laptop? */ Modernizing instructions a bit

2018-07-24T17:49:44Z

How do I register my laptop?: Modernizing instructions a bit

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	Regarding accessories, I tend to recommend an additional power adapter for the laptop. Then you can leave one in the office, and one at home, and not have to carry the brick with you between the two locations or plug it in every time you get to work/home. If you're the type who frequently takes long airplane trips, you may also want a second battery for the laptop which you can charge before leaving on your trip so you have more runtime for working (or watching your own DVDs) while at 30,000 feet. A snug-fitting case for the laptop, with plenty of padding, is also essential for its safety, and a plan for backing it up regularly is required (either over the network somehow, or with an external drive that you plug in to copy your data; see [[Backups#Personal backups\|Backups]]).		Regarding accessories, I tend to recommend an additional power adapter for the laptop. Then you can leave one in the office, and one at home, and not have to carry the brick with you between the two locations or plug it in every time you get to work/home. If you're the type who frequently takes long airplane trips, you may also want a second battery for the laptop which you can charge before leaving on your trip so you have more runtime for working (or watching your own DVDs) while at 30,000 feet. A snug-fitting case for the laptop, with plenty of padding, is also essential for its safety, and a plan for backing it up regularly is required (either over the network somehow, or with an external drive that you plug in to copy your data; see [[Backups#Personal backups\|Backups]]).

	==== How do I register my ~~laptop~~? ====		==== How do I register my device? ====
	'''NOTE:'''		'''NOTE:'''
	: We may first need to activate an additional network port in your office. This requires OIT to come out to turn it on, and may take a few days.		: We may first need to activate an additional network port in your office. This requires OIT to come out to turn it on, and may take a few days.


			'''NOTE REGARDING WIRELESS:'''
			: If you want to register a wireless-only device (and it will never connect to the wired network either directly or using an adapter), then you do not need to register your device. Please use eduroam to connect to wifi using [https://princeton.edu/eduroam the instructions found here].

	=====The short version=====		=====The short version=====
	For those too much in a hurry to read everything below (and we strongly suggest you do, lest you not know how to get this information), here's what we need:		For those too much in a hurry to read everything below (and we strongly suggest you do, lest you not know how to get this information), here's what we need:

	* ~~Both~~ wired and ~~wireless~~ MAC ~~addresses (if your device only has wireless~~, ~~that's fine too; let us know~~.)		* The wired MAC address. If your laptop doesn't have built-in wired ethernet and you use an adapter, you generally must connect the adapter to the computer in order to get its MAC addresss. If it shows one while disconnected from the computer, it may be incorrect.
	* The desired name for the computer in the database		* The desired name for the computer in the database
	* How long you need your device to function on campus (if visiting -- if you're here for a semester or more, this isn't needed)		* How long you need your device to function on campus (if visiting -- if you're here for a semester or more, this isn't needed)
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	*: Start -> Run -> '<tt>cmd /k ipconfig /all</tt>'		*: Start -> Run -> '<tt>cmd /k ipconfig /all</tt>'
	* Mac OS		* Mac OS
	*: ~~Open Terminal.app~~ (~~Applications~~ -~~> Utilities~~) and type ~~'<tt>/sbin/ifconfig en0</tt>', or open~~ the network ~~panel~~ in ~~System Preferences and select~~ the tab ~~for the ethernet device~~.		*: Click the spotlight icon (magnifying glass in the upper-right corner of the screen) and type in "Network Utility" and hit enter. You can usually find the wired network device in the drop-down list on the Info tab. Ignore anything that just says "Thunderbolt", but it may be called "Thunderbolt Ethernet" or "USB Ethernet" or similar.

	Once you have the desired hostname and MAC address, [[Requesting assistance\|contact us]] to get the process rolling. If you're a visitor to the department, we need to know when you anticipate leaving as well, so we can set a proper expiration date on the record. If your device has a wireless interface, we'll need to know the MAC address for it as well (if you want to use it). The process is similar for each OS above; the device will just have a different name.		Once you have the desired hostname and MAC address, [[Requesting assistance\|contact us]] to get the process rolling. If you're a visitor to the department, we need to know when you anticipate leaving as well, so we can set a proper expiration date on the record. If your device has a wireless interface, we'll need to know the MAC address for it as well (if you want to use it). The process is similar for each OS above; the device will just have a different name.

imported>Lkoven: /* What is recommended? */

2018-07-24T17:39:49Z

What is recommended?

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	In either the case of a PC (Windows-based) laptop, or a Mac laptop, there's too many variables to really recommend anything. As of when this article was written, one particular model or brand could be the best thing going, but that can change within hours. The best laptop is really whatever is the best for what you want to do with it.		In either the case of a PC (Windows-based) laptop, or a Mac laptop, there's too many variables to really recommend anything. As of when this article was written, one particular model or brand could be the best thing going, but that can change within hours. The best laptop is really whatever is the best for what you want to do with it.

	If you're comfortable running Windows, then just about anything you can buy with Windows preloaded is probably the best bet for you. If you want to run Linux on the laptop, have a ~~look at the [http://www.linux-laptop~~.~~net/ Linux-on-Laptops] website to see if there's mention~~ of the ~~model~~ you'~~re considering~~.		If you're comfortable running Windows, then just about anything you can buy with Windows preloaded is probably the best bet for you. If you want to run Linux on the laptop, things have gotten a lot more friendly for Linux in recent years. Members of the department have generally been happy running Lenovo or Dell laptops with most recent distributions. If you want to ensure it'll work, Dell and Lenovo do have specific models that ship with Ubuntu or another mainstream Linux distribution.

	If you want to get a Mac, there's a general guideline for new laptop purchases. Still not a recommendation (nor a rule) since we do not support them, but we've been recommending that people get Macbook Pros for a few reasons. One is the fact that much of the Unix software you'd want to run on a laptop is either already installed, or readily available. Also, you don't have the problems that tend to associate with trying to get Linux to run properly on a laptop (for example, configuring wireless drivers, tweaking X to run just right, making it not crash when you close the lid, etc). And lastly, you're not running a Microsoft laptop, which if you're anti-MS or pro-security, is a Good Thing.		If you want to get a Mac, there's a general guideline for new laptop purchases. Still not a recommendation (nor a rule) since we do not support them, but we've been recommending that people get Macbook Pros for a few reasons. One is the fact that much of the Unix software you'd want to run on a laptop is either already installed, or readily available. Also, you don't have the problems that tend to associate with trying to get Linux to run properly on a laptop (for example, configuring wireless drivers, tweaking X to run just right, making it not crash when you close the lid, etc). And lastly, you're not running a Microsoft laptop, which if you're anti-MS or pro-security, is a Good Thing.

	Recent Macbooks come in various sizes, with displays comparable to most PC laptops. All models have decent speed processors, and can handle quite a bit of RAM~~; plus they come with a CD-RW drive which can also read (and some can write) DVDs as well, nice for long plane/train rides~~.		Recent Macbooks come in various sizes, with displays comparable to most PC laptops. All models have decent speed processors, and can handle quite a bit of RAM.

	We've also found that in more cases than not, the people using Macs have fewer problems with the machines. After helping to install X11, ~~Fink~~ and some other packages, we generally don't hear about them anymore.		We've also found that in more cases than not, the people using Macs have fewer problems with the machines. After helping to install X11, Macports and some other packages, we generally don't hear about them anymore.

	Regarding accessories, I tend to recommend an additional power adapter for the laptop. Then you can leave one in the office, and one at home, and not have to carry the brick with you between the two locations or plug it in every time you get to work/home. If you're the type who frequently takes long airplane trips, you may also want a second battery for the laptop which you can charge before leaving on your trip so you have more runtime for working (or watching your own DVDs) while at 30,000 feet. A snug-fitting case for the laptop, with plenty of padding, is also essential for its safety, and a plan for backing it up regularly is required (either over the network somehow, or with an external drive that you plug in to copy your data; see [[Backups#Personal backups\|Backups]]).		Regarding accessories, I tend to recommend an additional power adapter for the laptop. Then you can leave one in the office, and one at home, and not have to carry the brick with you between the two locations or plug it in every time you get to work/home. If you're the type who frequently takes long airplane trips, you may also want a second battery for the laptop which you can charge before leaving on your trip so you have more runtime for working (or watching your own DVDs) while at 30,000 feet. A snug-fitting case for the laptop, with plenty of padding, is also essential for its safety, and a plan for backing it up regularly is required (either over the network somehow, or with an external drive that you plug in to copy your data; see [[Backups#Personal backups\|Backups]]).


	==== How do I register my laptop? ====		==== How do I register my laptop? ====

imported>Huston: Huffy and Schwinn are gone, Triumph and Suzuki are here.

2017-11-27T20:25:17Z

Huffy and Schwinn are gone, Triumph and Suzuki are here.

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 === What machines are available? ===
 There are not many "public" machines available for general use.  For the most part, if you're working with a specific group they will have computers set aside on which you can run your processes (or if you're doing a lot of work, it may make sense for you to have one yourself to not only run your jobs but store data local to the CPUs).  While you may be able to login to the non-public machines, you should not run anything there without clearing it with the machine's owner or group liaison.
 {| class="wikitable"
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 | 2GB
 | Read-only home directories - login/email service only
 |-
 | trek
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 | 128GB
 | Dual E5-2670 "Sandy Bridge"
 |}

imported>Huston: Reorder list

2013-09-18T20:30:59Z

Reorder list

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	\| 2GB		\| 2GB
	\| VM for NON-COMPUTATIONAL work		\| VM for NON-COMPUTATIONAL work
			\|-
			\| minos
			\| Virtual Machine
			\| 2GB
			\| Read-only home directories - login/email service only
	\|-		\|-
	\| armstrong		\| armstrong
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	\| 128GB		\| 128GB
	\| Dual E5-2670 "Sandy Bridge"		\| Dual E5-2670 "Sandy Bridge"
	\|-
	~~\| minos~~
	~~\| Virtual Machine~~
	~~\| 2GB~~
	~~\| Read-only home directories - login/email service only~~
	\|}		\|}

imported>Huston: armstrong's CPU data

2013-09-18T20:29:07Z

armstrong's CPU data

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	\| AMD_64 2.6GHz(x4)		\| AMD_64 2.6GHz(x4)
	\| 16GB		\| 16GB
			\| Quad Opteron 852
	\|-		\|-
	\| huffy		\| huffy