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Apply for computer accounts at AFs

The BNL Analysis Facility (AF) currently requires users to register for a computing account.
The registration process differs depending on whether you are currently an ATLAS collaborator or not.
If you already have an account, you may skip this section.

  • Existing ATLAS collaborators are encouraged to apply for a full SDCC account.
  • All other users should apply for a Federated Identity account.

As the AF continues to develop, the account registration process will be streamlined and unified for all users.

Brookhaven National Lab

Brookhaven National Lab has two types of accounts. - Federated Identity account for accessing Jupyter instance at BNL SDCC, which has terminal access - full SDCC account which includes access to Jupyter as well as ssh access to analysis facility.

Federated Identity Account

The Federated Identity account is quicker to get and users connect BNL AF resources only through the Jupyter Hub instance. Further details are found here: BNL Federated ID Account

Full SDCC Account

The main site for new user sign-up for a full SDCC account is here: BNL New User Account

Applying for a BNL computing account is a multi-step process. You will need to go through the following steps:

  • Register for a Guest Number (if you don't already have a valid Life or Guest Number)
    • Same for as if you were going to visit BNL campus
    • Most likely will need to upload photos of identification
    • Non-citizens will need to upload your CV
  • Complete CyberSecurity training and Computer Use agreement
  • Sign up for a New User Account
    • Complete directly on the BNL New User Account site above