# Getting an account

## Getting started on the machine (account, quota, password)

Before you start using the Star cluster, please read Hofstra University's [Acceptable Use Guidelines](http://www.hofstra.edu/scs/aug).

A general introduction to the Star HPC cluster, research community, and support group be found at [starhpc.hofstra.io](https://starhpc.hofstra.io).

## How to get an account and a CPU quota on Star

To be able to work on the Star cluster, you must have an account and you must have been granted CPU time on the system.

### Hofstra Quota

“Local users” (i.e. users from Hofstra or affiliated with Hofstra in some
way) can apply for an account and a quota from Hofstra’s share of Star. If
you want to apply for such a quota follow the instructions here:

* [How to get a local account on Star](huquota.html)
