The NGC Pre-Flight Check container is a lightweight tool designed to verify that the container runtime is set up correctly for GPUs and InfiniBand. This tool can be run prior to executing your High-Performance Computing (HPC) or Deep Learning models on your system. The output message from the Pre-Flight Check can be used as a guide to troubleshoot issues before running containers from the NGC catalog.

Features

• GPU and InfiniBand Verification: Ensures that the container runtime is properly configured for GPU and InfiniBand usage.
• Lightweight Tool: The container is lightweight, making it easy to deploy and run.
• Compatibility Checks: Checks for the presence of NVIDIA drivers, CUDA libraries, and InfiniBand devices.
• Troubleshooting Guidance: Provides detailed output messages to help troubleshoot configuration issues.
• Docker and Singularity Support: Compatible with both Docker and Singularity container runtimes.

Benefits

• Improved Reliability: Ensures that your system is correctly configured before running resource-intensive HPC or Deep Learning models.
• Ease of Use: Simple to deploy and run, providing immediate feedback on system configuration.
• Comprehensive Checks: Verifies critical components such as NVIDIA drivers and InfiniBand devices, reducing the risk of runtime errors.
• Versatile Compatibility: Supports both Docker and Singularity, making it adaptable to various container environments.
• Efficient Troubleshooting: Detailed output messages guide users in resolving configuration issues quickly and effectively.