Ways to Download Data

How do I get an account on an NCAR computer?

Click here for information on how to request computing resources at NCAR.

Can I use Wget to download data files?

You can use Wget to download data files. Please use Wget responsibly and do not use the "-b" (or "--background") option on the Wget command line as this can flood our system and degrade service for other users.

Can I use cURL to download data files?

You can use cURL to download data files. Please use cURL responsibly and don't run multiple commands in the background as this can flood our system and degrade service for other users.

Can I use a download manager to download data files?

You can use a download manager to download data files.

PLEASE NOTE: All users are limited to 10 concurrent download streams. Please configure your download manager for this limit. If your download manager floods our system with requests for data, your IP address may be blocked.