File Transfer Guidelines for Shaheen

  1. VPN Limitations
    VPNs are not designed for large file transfers. However, cybersecurity compliance is mandatory and beyond KSL’s control.
  2. Recommended Method: Globus
    For large file transfers, including Terabytes of data, use Globus:
  • Easy setup with Globus Connect Personal allows transfers between Shaheen and other systems, even behind firewalls or NAT.

  • Supports transfers without administrative privileges.

    Get started:

    • Download and install Globus Connect Personal: https://www.globus.org/globus-connect-personal
    • After installation, log in to your Globus account.
      • Off-campus users: Search for dtn5 to connect to dtn5.hpc.kaust.edu.sa (Data Mover Server).
        • Available endpoints: shaheen dtn5:project and shaheen dtn5:scratch.
      • On-campus users: Search for dtn6 to connect to dtn6.hpc.kaust.edu.sa.
        • Available endpoints: shaheen dtn6:project and shaheen dtn6:scratch.
    • Authenticate and log in with your credentials to begin transferring files.
  1. Other Methods (SCP, SFTP)
  • Use SCP or SFTP only for small file transfers over the local network.
  • Not recommended for large files due to high resource usage on login nodes and poor performance.
  • Note: Initiate SCP/SFTP transfers from your machine as the KAUST firewall blocks outbound port 22.
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