Access High-Performance Computing at KSU

Faculty researchers can request accounts for themselves, students, or guest collaborators to access KSU's High-Performance Computing (HPC) resources. To get started, install the GlobalProtect VPN software and configure it for the HPC network. Once connected, initiate an SSH session by typing ssh your_netid@hpc in the command prompt. DUO authentication is required for access. For SFTP sessions, download and configure the BitVise client. If you encounter issues with DUO authentication through BitVise, refer to the provided configuration guide.

Please follow the more in-depth steps below for getting set-up!

  • Faculty researchers can request an account for themselves or request an account for a student or guest collaborator. 

  • Configure GlobalProtect for the HPC network. In the GlobalProtect app settings, within the General tab, click “Add” and enter vpn-groups.kennesaw.edu and “Save”.

  • With GlobalProtect connected to vpn-groups, you are ready to start an SSH session. 
    In the Windows Search menu, type “cmd” and click the “Command Prompt” 
    At the prompt, type ssh your_netid@hpc and enter your password. 

    NOTE: As of August 2022, DUO authentication is required to use the HPC via SSH.

    Enter a passcode or select one of the following options:
    1. Duo Push to XXX-XXX-1699
    2. Phone call to XXX-XXX-1699

    Passcode or option (1-2).

  • Download and install the BitVise client. 

    Launch the client and enter the following in the Login Tab: 

    Server Host: hpc.kennesaw.edu 
    Server Port: 22 
    Authentication Username: your_netid 
    Initial method: Password

    Click the “Log in” and enter your NetID password, then click “OK” 
    Click the “New SFTP Session” 
    The window that launches will display your local and remote files.

    NOTE: As of August 2022, DUO authentication is required to use the HPC via SFTP.
    (1 - Duo push, 2 - Phone call)

    NOTE: If you are having trouble authenticating with DUO through BitVise, use this page to help configure your ssh settings.