KB 004: Account Creation / Access
Scope: Research Computing Services
Audience: BearHelp Tier 1 Support
Last Updated: Aug 19, 2026
Category: High Performance Computing (HPCC)
Trigger: User asks “How do I get an HPCC account?”
Resolution:
- Direct to Portal: https://portal.hpcc.ucr.edu/
- Instruction: “Log in with your UCR NetID. If you are a student, you must select your PI/Faculty Advisor from the list to request sponsorship.”
- Note: Account creation is automated but requires PI approval via email.