Getting Started

Detailed guidance on specific service components are available on these pages:

accounts

Step One: Request an account

All users need to apply for an account to access our high-performance computing resources. UF Faculty accounts will be created upon verification of employment status. All other users require a faculty sponsor – a faculty member who will support and sponsor the applicant’s use of resources and services.

policies

Step Two: Review our policies

All users must review our procedures before starting work on HiPerGator. Please be advised that violating these procedures may result in temporary or permanent suspension of your account.

software

Step Three: Review services and resources

Research Computing offers many different services and resources to assist you with your high-performance computing needs. See our services brochure or price sheet for a general overview. The Services section of the site provides more in-depth information.

wiki

Step Four: Training and self-help

We offer a number of introductory presentations to assist new users. Please view the UFIT Training website for a schedule of available sessions, downloadable slides, and recordings of past presentations. We also encourage you to read our frequently asked questions and explore the UFRC wiki.

calendar

Step Five: Plan for the future

Our proposal support documentation helps faculty write a research proposals and prepare a data management plans.

Our Faculty Highlights page and UFIT News Articles provide examples of how UF faculty members benefit from using Research Computing services.

support

Step Six: Contact us

Please feel free to open a support ticket to receive help with any questions or issues you encounter. You may also contact UFRC staff by email or visit our offices in person.