Meteorology 227 - misc

Class Handouts

• Linux Command Quick Reference
• Vi/Vim editor command Quick Reference
• Selective Execution Quick Reference
• Repetitive Execution Quick Referecne

Class Exam Info

• Fall 2023 - Exam #1 Review Sheet

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Remote Access Instructions

To remote access into the meteorology program computers, or any computer on campus, you first have to successfully have a VPN established. You can get the process started here:

• vpn.iastate.edu

Once installed, open the Cisco Secure Client and use it to connect to the same address, vpn.iastate.edu.

We currently recommend using MobaXterm to connect to the meteorology program Linux server. MobaXterm can be installed from the following link:

• MobaXterm installer (Windows)

Download the free home edition by selecting the installer edition. Extract the zip file and run the installer.

Once MobaXterm is installed, make sure you have a VPN session established and open the application. The following video will walk you through connecting to the meteorology program Linux server using MobaXterm. Note, when typing in your password, the password will not show up or produce *'s. Once you have entered your password, you should be logged on to our system.

Install XQuartz from xquartz.org. Select 'OK' when asked if you should make it your default XServer. Once properly installed, start XQuartz and make sure it appears on your dashboard. A terminal window should open. If not, select 'Terminal' from the application menu.

Once a terminal window is open, type:

ssh -X username@mtdesktop.agron.iastate.edu

where username is replaced with your ISU netid. For example, I would type:

ssh -X flory@mtdesktop.agron.iastate.edu

When prompted, type in your ISU netid password. Note, the password will not show up or produce *'s. Once you have entered your password, you should be logged on to our system.

Printing on the Meteorology Maproom (3008) Laser Printer

Students should be able to print on the the meteorology maproom laser printer (3008 Agronomy Hall) using the command nenscript. To do this, you need to be logged into mtdesktop.agron.iastate.edu and in the directory where you file exists (not necessary, but the easiest approach). Once there, type the following from the command prompt:

nenscript filename

For example:

nenscript my_program.f90

will create a printout of my_program.f90 on the printer in 3008 Agronomy Hall. Printing will cost $0.05 per sheet. Charges should automatically be applied to your printing subsidy. Once your subsidy runs out, charges will appear on your Ubill.

Weather News

Daily Weather Story

Click the image to see the most recent NWS weather story for central Iowa.

Low on Ice

How does the current sea ice extent compare to the past?

5-Day QPF

Where is it going to rain or snow in the next week? See the five day QPF from HPC.

Drought Monitor

How this outlook impacts the current drought situation? See the latest drought monitor.