1.1. Connecting to Metis

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The Metis cluster is easily accessible via the SSH protocol.

Each operating system has various possible SSH clients - we will be using the OpenSSH client, as it is pre-installed on most operating systems and very straightforward.

Windows 10 and 11

As of 2024, both Windows 10 and Windows 11 have the OpenSSH client pre-installed. If you don't have it installed, update your operating system using the Windows Updater.

To connect, open either Windows PowerShell or Command Prompt, and run the following:

PS C:\...\> ssh you@metis.niu.edu

When prompted, enter your temporary password.

On your first login, you will be prompted to create a new password. Ensure that it's something memorable, but very secure!

Then, close your session:

[you@metis ~]$ exit

And re-login to test your new password:

PS C:\...\> ssh you@metis.niu.edu

Linux and MacOS

Most major distributions and the latest versions of MacOS have the OpenSSH client installed.

Run the following:

$ ssh you@metis.niu.edu

When prompted, enter your temporary password.

On your first login, you will be prompted to create a new password. Ensure that it's something memorable, but secure!

Then, close your session:

[you@metis ~]$ exit

And re-login to test your new password:

$ ssh you@metis.niu.edu