Command-line interface
Access the command-line using ssh for full functional use of the kestrel, starling, or owl clusters.
From Windows
- Download an SSH client program such as PuTTY.
- Run PuTTY or an alternative SSH client of your choice and enter CLUSTERNAME.chem.wisc.edu into the hostname box and connect.
From Mac or Linux
- Run the Terminal program.
- type ssh username@CLUSTERNAME.chem.wisc.edu at the prompt and push enter.
You will need to be connected to the wired network in the Chemistry building or connected to the WiscVPN in order to connect via ssh to use the command-line.
Graphical programs
Please run programs requiring a graphical interface on your local machine.
Web access
Web access is possible on owl for classroom and instructional use ONLY using WebMO. Login using the link below:
Only the Gaussian software package can be run using this interface. This interface is meant as a learning tool. Anything other than basic calculations should be conducted using the command-line interface and submission scripts.
WebMO Links:
Remote file access
Need to transfer files to and from one of the clusters? Use Secure Copy (SCP). There are several graphical clients available but CyberDuck seems to work for most people.