Overview
Wynton HPC is being phased out as UCSF adopts new research computing infrastructure. This page summarizes timelines, required actions, and resources to help users prepare for the transition.
Missed the Wynton Protected Transition?
Wynton Protected was retired on January 30, 2026 and Protected data was moved to the FAC staging area. Data remaining in FAC staging is currently being deleted.
If you have not yet submitted a request to claim your data, do so immediately by following the "required actions" below. Access to data and compute in the new environment will be available only after your lab’s or group’s request has been processed. If you wait any longer, your data will be gone.
Current Wynton Users: Start Planning Now
Migration of the remaining Wynton environment is underway and will be completed no later than February 2027.
While no immediate action is required for most users, we encourage labs to begin planning their transition to FAC Storage and CoreHPC now. Early planning allows more flexibility in scheduling migrations and reduces the risk of last-minute disruption. Labs interested in migrating sooner are encouraged to submit a request now or attend the ARS Office Hours to address any questions.
What to do:
- If you are a PI/Sponsor:
Follow the instructions below to submit a request to migrate your data to FAC Capacity Storage and set up FAC and CoreHPC access for your team. - If you are not a PI/Sponsor:
Contact your PI to coordinate next steps and follow the instructions below for requesting access or support. - Need help before submitting a request?
Contact us at [email protected] or join the ARS office hours.
Reminder: Only P1/P2 data is allowed in Wynton at this time. Refer to UCSF Policy 650-16 Addendum F, UCSF Data Classification Standard for detailed definitions.
Required Actions for Wynton Users and PIs/Sponsors
Step 1 — Coordinate Funding and Submission (Required)
Department heads and PIs must finalize funding sources and storage allocations for their lab or group and designate a request owner. Quotes to estimate costs can be generated via our FAC Pricing & Services Portal.
- Each lab or group submits one coordinated request.
- PIs may submit the request themselves or delegate submission to a lab member.
- Individual users should not submit separate requests unless they have independently funded storage needs.
- Chartstrings are mandatory.
Step 2 — Submit the Wynton Transition Request (Required)
- Submit a single Wynton Transition request to obtain both FAC capacity storage and CoreHPC access.
- When completing the form, select “Wynton Transition” from the available request options.
Step 3 — Getting Started in FAC and CoreHPC
- Once you receive a welcome email, follow the Day 1 Checklist for FAC and CoreHPC.
- After running through the checklist, review our resources list below. The Transition from SGE to Slurm + Conversion Guidance may be especially helpful in transitioning from SGE.
- Join our office hours to get assistance (see below for details).
Notes
- Wynton Information Commons (IC) app users should follow updated guidance provided by the IC FAC team to request an IC FAC account.
- The remainder of Wynton will be transitioned until no later than February 2027.
- We encourage you to begin directory clean-up and submit your transition request.
Drop-In Office Hours (Open Q&A)
We offer weekly ARS office hours to answer your questions about the Wynton transition, timelines, and getting started with FAC Capacity Storage and CoreHPC.
Office hours schedule: Drop in any time on Tuesdays from 10:10 to 11:00 AM
Join via the Zoom link that can be found in any of these locations:
- Weekly ARS office hours webpage
- Pinned Wynton Slack message
- Message-of-the-day (MOTD) that you see when logging into Wynton.
FAQs and Resources
We understand that you may have questions about the transition. Below are some resources to help you navigate the process:
- 👉 Day 1 Checklist: FAC and CoreHPC
- 👉 FAC and CoreHPC Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- 👉 Wynton Transition Project FAQs
- 👉 Facility for Advanced Computing (FAC)
- 👉 FAC Pricing & Services Portal - Unified pricing for FAC compute, storage, and CoreHPC services.
- 👉 Transition from SGE to Slurm + Conversion Guidance – SGE → Slurm Transition Resources
Support and Contact Information
We’re here to help!
For inquiries about the timeline, process, or general details of the transition project, email the Wynton transition team at [email protected].
If you need help understanding the new environment or have questions about associated costs, submit your inquiries at https://tiny.ucsf.edu/getfac
For help with CoreHPC access, usage, or configuration questions, submit a request at https://tiny.ucsf.edu/GetHPC and select CoreHPC.
For questions about the IC FAC (Information Commons Facility for Advanced Computing) environment, email [email protected].
Transition Timeline
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December 1, 2025: Freeze on new Wynton Protected account requests, including Information Commons app requests.
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January 2026: The New IC FAC environment became available to former Wynton Information Commons (IC) App Server Users. Refer to the Dec. 19th email for details.
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January 30, 2026: Decommissioning of Wynton Protected. Logins were disabled and data deleted after a final synchronization.
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February 2026: FAC Capacity Storage and CoreHPC environment is available to those Wynton Protected users who have submitted their requests.
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No later than February 2027: Complete the transition of remaining users and P1/P2 data to the new environment, and conclude Wynton-managed hardware operations in Byers Hall and Genentech Hall.
Stay Updated
This page will be regularly updated with important announcements, deadlines, and new resources as the transition progresses. Bookmark this page to stay informed and check back frequently.
Thank you for your cooperation and patience during this transition. Together, we’ll ensure UCSF researchers continue to benefit from world-class HPC resources.