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The test center has been established to provide a way for ESS developed software to be tested across the multiple platforms that the software is distributed for use on. All systems are located in S101B computer room. Please note: NONE OF THE SYSTEMS ARE BACKED UP.


List of Test Systems


Guidelines for Use

  • The systems are available for use on a first come - first served basis. Please go to: ESS uReserve to make your test center reservations.
  • Requests for accounts on the test systems should be forwarded to the following depending on system type: Please include the account name, system name, and user responsible for the account on the request.
An email distribution list has been established to communicate the status and announce upgrades to the test center. Please use majordomo to add yourself to the ess_test_center@stsci.edu list.

System Administration

  • The systems will be managed based on their OS type:
    • Sun - managed by CISD
    • Linux - managed by Bruce Garrett
    • Windows and Macs - managed by Michele Gleason
  • All systems will be patched on a 3 month interval, with exceptions for security issues.
  • The system administrators will send mail to the ess_test_center distribution 1 week prior to patch installation.

Questions? Contact: (etc_admin@stsci.edu):

Engineering & Software Services Division (ESS)
Space Telescope Science Institute (STScI)

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ESS Test Center Contact

For further information, contact the test center adminstrator, Michele Gleason
ESS Test Center Contact

For further information, contact the test center adminstrator, Michele Gleason

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