Get Started - Access

ACCESS is a large, distributed ecosystem. We want to make it easy for you to get started. If you’re new to ACCESS, learn more.

I want to use ACCESS.

If you’re a researcher or educator ready to use advanced computing systems and services, follow these steps.

I want to get involved in ACCESS.

If you’d like to join the ACCESS community and become a reviewer, moderator, beta tester or committee member, start here.

I want to contribute resources to ACCESS.

If you represent an organization that would like to contribute cyberinfrastructure or
software to ACCESS, start here.

It’s easy to get started.

1

Create an account

To use ACCESS resources and manage your project, create an account.

2

See what resources are available

ACCESS Resource Providers from across the United States provide you free access to advanced computing systems and services.

Explore available resources

3

Prepare and request an allocation

With your ACCESS ID, apply for an allocation and receive credits to use a resource. EXPLORE ACCESS is a good place to start. Apply and get access in as little as 1–2 business days.

Prepare your request

What’s next?

Upon approval

You’ll receive an email notification once your project is approved and receive ACCESS credits to exchange for allocations on a specific resource or resources.

Managing your allocation

Run and track your project

ACCESS is “self-serve.” You connect directly to the resource you need and run the software necessary to complete your task.

For new users, ACCESS OnDemand is an easy-to-use web interface. Get remote access from any device. No client software installation required.

For those with some experience using a terminal window, Pegasus is workflow management tool that requires Python/Jupyter Notebook knowledge.

ACCESS XDMoD is available to track your project’s computing performance.

Get support at every step

Sound complicated? Don’t worry, we’re here to help you every step of the way!

Knowledge Base

Support Ticketing System

Events and Training

Community Support and Affinity groups

Longer term support via the MatchPlus and Match Premier programs

Halfway through

Progress reports are required in order to receive the second half of your ACCESS credits. At this point you may request a one-time increase in credits and/or extension.

How to write a progress report

Upon completion

Upon completion a final report must be submitted summarizing the work and acknowledging ACCESS. Publications can be added using the My Publications tool.

How to write a final report