Flux is a batch processing system. More about what that means later. For now, just understand that, in order to use Flux, you'll need access to two things:
login.engin.umich.edu).In order to access HPC Login Nodes (covered in more detail in the next chapter), you must first obtain an MToken. Skip ahead if you already have an activated MToken.
MTokens are Michigan-branded RSA SecurIDs, which are the most popular hardware security tokens in mass circulation. For a quick overview of 2fa, check out CAEN's intro video on YouTube Additionally, the ITS MToken website lists which university resources require 2fa for access.
The below instructions were lifted from the following CAEN and CAC pages:
Go to the Computer Showcase Repair Center in Pierpont Commons. If you're not on north campus, find another Distribution Center from the list
With your shiny new Mtoken in hand, open http://mtoken.umich.edu/ and follow the activation instructions
Use this as a last resort. Send an email to 4help@umich.edu and ask real nice. With some luck, they'll physically mail you the dongle or send a software token via email.