The Research Computing Condo-Model Hosting Services at the University of Louisville provide a flexible, cost-effective solution for researchers and departments to host, operate, and maintain their own funded computing and storage infrastructure within the university’s secure, professionally managed data center. This service enables researchers to leverage advanced facilities, robust networking, and expert support while retaining dedicated access to their resources for high-performance and data-intensive research.
Details
Condo-model hosting is managed by the Research Computing team and ITS. Researchers or departments purchase and fund their own compute or storage nodes, which are then integrated into the university’s high-performance computing (HPC) environment. The infrastructure is housed in the secure, climate-controlled Miller IT Center data center, with redundant power, cooling, and high-speed network connectivity.
- Access Points: Condo resources are accessed through the university’s HPC environment and supported platforms.
- Service Request Procedures: Submit a request for condo hosting or a consultation on offerings.
- Support Contacts: Email ithpc@louisville.edu or contact the Research Computing team for consultation and onboarding.
- Associated Documentation: Condo hosting guidelines, technical requirements, and user policies are available online.
Key Features
- Secure hosting of researcher-funded compute and storage nodes in the university data center
- Integration with university HPC systems, storage, and high-speed networking (10–200 Gbps)
- Professional operation, monitoring, and maintenance by ITS and Research Computing staff
- Access to shared infrastructure (power, cooling, physical security, backup, and disaster recovery)
- Flexible resource allocation: condo owners receive priority access to their nodes, with opportunistic use by others when idle
- Support for regulated and compliant computing environments
- Consultation for system design, procurement, and grant writing
Benefits
- Cost-effective access to enterprise-grade facilities and support
- Enhanced research productivity through dedicated, high-performance resources
- Reduced administrative and operational burden for researchers
- Improved security, reliability, and compliance for research infrastructure
- Scalability for future expansion and evolving research needs
Audience
- Faculty and Principal Investigators: Seeking dedicated computing or storage for research projects
- Research Groups and Departments: Funding and managing specialized infrastructure
- Grant Writers and Administrators: Including infrastructure in proposals and budgets
- IT Support Teams: Collaborating on system integration and maintenance