- First time user information
- Set password; account lockouts
- Check node usage
- Connect to a research node
- Set up working environment
- Manage files
- File compression
- Control access to files
- Print from a research node
- Manage programs and processes
- End computing sessions
- Move files between local PC and CISER home directory (Windows 2000/2003/XP/Vista users)
- About the VPN (Virtual Private Network)
- Creating custom startup icons
SYSTEM AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTS
Windows 2000, XP Professional, 2003, or Vista Required in order to have fully supported access.
Mac OS X Users with Remote Desktop installed can use CISER's Research nodes, though support may be limited.
SOFTWARE
Access to the nodes is by one of the following methods:
- Remote Desktop client (recommended): Comes with Windows XP Professional, Windows 2003, and Windows Vista systems, and some Windows 2000
systems
- Windows 2000 users without the pre-installed version can download the (free) Remote Desktop Connection Software
- Mac OS X users may download a free Remote Desktop Connection Client for Mac:
- Remote Desktop Web Connection via Internet Explorer. This method requires the use of Microsoft IE 4.0 or higher. Other internet browsers will not work.
Access to the CISER file server is available:
Via the U:\ drive mapped to each CISER Research Node *or* by mapping your CISER home directory to your local PC (operating system must be Windows 2000, XP Professional, or 2003 and CISER VPN client must be installed and running)
Note: Telnet and FTP to the CISER Research Nodes or associated file server are not allowed
SYSTEM USAGE POLICIES
FILE STORAGE
The CISER system is for research use only. Nodes are not to be used for the storage or backup of personal media files, or for watching streaming video. Violations of this policy will result in the loss of access privileges.
CISER users are not allowed to set up e-mail accounts. Users may log on to Cornell webmail, Cornell dropbox, or other web-based e-mail from the research nodes in order to move research related files via e-mail attachment. All such files must be saved in the user's home directory on the CISER file server.
LOGGING ON AND OFF
See instructions for Disconnecting vs Logging Off. It is important to know the difference and use each option appropriately.
RESOURCE USAGE
All users are expected to be considerate of others, and to refrain from any intentional monopolization of the system resources.
