Performetrica HPC Cluster Usage Policy
All users of the Performetrica HPC infrastructure agree to comply with the following rules.
1. Eligibility
- Start-ups and researchers within Performetrica may use the HPC system.
- External users may apply if they are involved in academic projects affiliated with a Turkish university.
- All applications are subject to approval by Performetrica.
2. Account Management
- Accounts are created and managed by the group supervisor (PI) via the HPC portal.
- The PI confirms that users have basic Linux and HPC knowledge.
- After activation, users gain access to HPC resources.
Users can:
- Manage passwords
- Submit jobs
- View usage statistics
- Access announcements and support
via the portal.
3. Access
- Access is provided via SSH.
- VPN access may be required depending on security policies.
- All access is subject to Performetrica IT policies.
4. Software Usage
Users may run:
- Licensed HPC-compatible software
- Custom-developed parallel applications
New software must be requested via the portal or email prior to use.
5. Data Management
- The HPC system is not intended for long-term data storage.
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Users must:
- Maintain backups
- Remove data after use
System administrators may delete files older than 30 days without prior notice if needed.
6. Job Submission and Resource Usage
- All jobs must be submitted via the job scheduler (e.g., Slurm).
- Running compute jobs on login nodes is prohibited.
- Resources are allocated based on fair-use principles.
7. Account Activity
- Accounts are considered active projects without a fixed end date.
- Users must confirm activity every 3 months.
- Inactive accounts may be removed.
8. Security Responsibilities
Users are responsible for:
- Protecting their credentials
- Reporting suspicious activity immediately
Contact:
9. Security Reporting
Users must report any suspected vulnerabilities or security issues immediately.
10. Acknowledgement Requirement
All publications using Performetrica HPC resources must:
- Acknowledge Performetrica SuperComputing Center
- Be reported via the HPC portal
11. Prohibited Activities
The following are strictly prohibited:
- Illegal activities
- Actions compromising system security
- Unauthorized commercial usage
- Security testing or attacks on other systems
12. Sensitive Data
Sensitive data (e.g., national security, confidential IP) may only be processed with explicit approval.
13. Access Control
- Users may access only their own data.
- Unauthorized access to other users’ data is strictly prohibited.
- Monitoring mechanisms may be in place.
14. Enforcement
Violation of this policy may result in:
- Temporary suspension
- Permanent account termination
15. Disclaimer
All users are deemed to have accepted the Performetrica HPC Dislaimer.