The Ruhr-University Bochum provides a Tier-3 high-performance computer (HPC) for all RUB researchers.
In high-performance computing (HPC), computer networks, so-called clusters, are used to carry out complex calculations. Classic areas of application are, for example, simulations in chemistry, mechanical engineering or materials science.
The new HPC cluster Elysium at the Ruhr-University Bochum has been operational since the fourth quarter of 2024. Elysium is a free service offered to all RUB researchers. The aim is to be able to cover the growing demand for computing time locally with a low barrier to entry offer.
The HPC cluster has the following nodes:
| Kind | Amount | CPU | Memory | Local NVMe Storage | GPU |
| Thin-CPU | 284 | 2xAMD EPYC 9254 (24 core) | 384 GB | 960 GB | - |
| Fat-CPU | 13 | 2xAMD EPYC 9454 (48 core) | 2304 GB | 1.92 TB | - |
| Thin-GPU | 20 | 2xAMD EPYC 9254 (24 core) | 384 GB | 1.92 TB | 3xNVIDIA A30 Tensor Core GPU 24GB, 933GB/s |
| Fat-GPU | 7 | 2xAMD EPYC 9454 (48 core) | 1152GB | 1.92 TB + 15.36 TB | 8xNVIDIA H100 SXM5 GPUs 80GB, 3.35TB/s |
All nodes are interconnected by an Omni-Path network to enable efficient multi-node computations. A storage system with 1.5PB storage space is provided for research data. For long-term storage, the HPC cluster is connected to the already established research data storage.
Access to the HPC system is available free of charge to all research groups at the Ruhr-University. Use requires registration and assignment to a project.
Application process
Information on how to apply for access can be found on the High-Performance Computing website.
You have already received access to the cluster and want to get started? Our detailed instructions will make it easier for you. You will find everything you need to know for your first login and your computations there.
Are you new to HPC? No problem! We offer training and resources for beginners. Visit our training page to build up your HPC skills.
The Ruhr-University Bochum is a member of the North Rhine-Westphalian Competence Network for High Performance Computing HPC.NRW. The network offers a competent and thematically broad-based contact and advice center for HPC users in NRW. To ensure basic services for locations without Tier 3 centers and universities of applied sciences, the Tier 2 centers offer uniform, structured access for HPC users at all universities in NRW.
As part of HPC.NRW, a network of thematic clusters for low-threshold training, consulting and coaching services will be created. The aim is to make effective and efficient use of high-performance computing and storage facilities and also to support recently graduated and post-doctoral scientists. The available resources and offers in the country are also presented transparently.
Information on the North Rhine-Westphalia Competence Network for HPC can be found on the DH.NRW website.
Information on the Association for National High Performance Computing can be found here:
Do you have any questions? Please feel free to contact us by e-mail at hpc-helpdesk@ruhr-uni-bochum.de.
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Last update: Dec 20, 2024