We have isolated the issue and are curretly fixing the AFS service. This is affecting anything that uses AFS home directories (including SSH to most CSAIL Ubuntu machines), anything that serves content out of AFS (like most websites hosted on shared labwide webservers, and some version-control repositories), and other access to data stored on AFS (such as compute jobs using data in AFS group directories under /afs/csail.mit.edu/group/…).

CSAIL and TIG are carefully monitoring the COVID-19 situation.

Due to the impacts of Institute, State, and Federal travel restrictions, most of us are still performing our work from home. During Research Ramp-Up Phase 2, the doors to TIG will remain closed. Any on-site walk-in service to TIG will be by appointment only. We are available to assist with safe pickup/drop off requests of items in the lab. Please reach out to ops@csail.mit.edu if you would like to schedule a day/time to pick something up.

The most authoritative source for information about the virus and its impact on MIT Campus operation can be found at MIT's Up-to-date information for the MIT community about COVID-19.

Remote Connectivity

There are many options and tools for CSAIL community members for remote access and collaboration.  Please see:

IS&T Remote Documentation

CSAIL Remote Documentation

Lab Access: Phase 2 Ramp Up Update

If your access has been approved to the building, there are new campus access points and paths that we must adhere to in Research Ramp-Up Phase 2. Note these differ from the paths that have been used during the ramp down.

Building 32 Access Maps

Signage has been posted throughout the building. Please follow the directions listed and take note of one way stairwells, entries and exits as well as elevator, shared public spaces, and bathroom capacities.

When you arrive on campus, go to your Access Point at the Stata Building and tap your ID card to gain entry. Exits have not changed. You do not need to exit through one of the Access Points. Please Wear your MIT ID and face covering at all times in our Building.

Face masks sanitizer, ID Holder lanyards, and cleaning supplies are available on second floor outside of the TIG office, 32-270. Additionally, MIT set up a COVID-19 store in B2P, please let ops@csail.mit.edu know if you need additional items form the store.

Lab Reservation: Neighbors Application

To reserve a spot for your approved visit to CSAIL make sure to use the Neighbors Application. More information on the Neighbors app can be found on the Neighbors help page