Skip to content

Getting Started with Turing

TLDR

Request an account and then ssh username@turing.wpi.edu from the wpi netowrk.

## Requesting a Turing Account

If you need to access Turing for a class, your teacher should request accounts for everyone in the class. To access Turing as an individual, request an account by completing the Turing Account Request form. Once your account is confirmed, you can connect to Turing.

Connecting to the Turing Cluster

To use Turing, you must connect via SSH (Secure Shell). Ensure you are connected to WPI’s network or use the GlobalProtect VPN if off-campus.

Prerequisites

Before connecting:

  • Install an SSH Client:
  • Windows: Use he built-in OpenSSH client (available in Windows 10+) or a third party client like PuTTY or MobaXterm.
  • macOS and Linux: SSH is typically pre-installed.

Steps to Connect

  1. Open Your Terminal or SSH Client

    Windows: For windows 10 and later open the command prompt or power shell application. for older versions open PuTTY or MobaXterm.

    macOS and Linux: Use the Terminal application.

  2. Connect to Turing

    Use the following command, replacing gompei with your WPI username:

    ssh gompei@turing.wpi.edu

    press enter/return to enter commands

  3. Authenticate

    Server Key Prompt Accept the server's SSH key if prompted (type yes and press Enter).

    Password Prompt Enter your WPI password.

  4. Successful Connection

    After authentication, you will be connected to a turing login node.

  5. Exiting

    You can exit a session by typing exit and then enter/return. You can also use the shortcut ctrl-D