SCinet supports the revolutionary applications and experiments that are a hallmark of the SC Conference and enables exhibitors to demonstrate the advanced computing capabilities of their solutions and services, whether in large-scale or one-on-one demonstrations.
Learn how to share your booth connection needs via the SCinet Connection Request System (CRS) below.
SCinet ChairDylan Jacob, Energy Sciences Network (ESnet)
SCinet Vice ChairCorey Eichelberger, Texas Advanced Computing Center (TACC)
SCinet As Test BedDuring SC, exhibitors will use the advanced capabilities of SCinet to showcase their abilities with experiments and demonstrations. These are made possible by partnering with SCinet.
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The SCinet Connection Request System (CRS) Opens 10 July 2026
SCinet no longer will support 1 Gigabit Ethernet connections. If you previously purchased a switch and optic from SCinet for use at SC, SCinet is offering a one-time exchange of equipment that supported 1 Gigabit connections – no matter which year it was purchased. Please bring your switch to the SCinet helpdesk (Booth 4029) as proof, and receive a free exchange.
SCinet deploys wireless networks that enable basic access to the internet at no charge to exhibitors and attendees. These wireless networks will be available in the exhibit hall, meeting rooms, and all common areas of the facility occupied by SC26. This service is sufficient for exhibitors with minimal network usage requirements (e.g. web browsing, e-mail) and for performing non-mission-critical operations. Typical speeds may exceed 30 Mbps depending on conditions, but performance is not guaranteed and may vary significantly in the exhibit hall.
SCinet does not offer “dedicated” wireless internet service for individual exhibitors. Exhibitors, contractors, and attendees must not operate their own wireless access points anywhere in the convention center including within their own booths.
Exhibitors or contractors with activities that require operating an independent wireless network must contact SCinet for review and approval by emailing support@scinet.supercomputing.org or using our online form.
10 JUL 2026
CRS Opens and Early Bird Pricing Applies
2 OCT 2026
Early Bird Pricing Ends and Connection Fee Increases by $2,000 per Connection
16 OCT 2026
CRS Closes and No New Connection Requests Accepted
30 OCT 2026
Final Date for Connection Request Changes or to Cancel Receiving a Full Refund
SCinet is the high-performance network that provides all the networking connections for the conference.
The SCinet Connection Request System (CRS) is the primary way for booth managers to share their network connection needs with SCinet. The CRS is intended to accumulate requests for standard network connections, such as 10/100/400 Gigabit Ethernet delivered over optical fiber, that are needed to support demonstrations, business meetings, or any other event you might hold in your exhibit booth.
Each connection provided by SCinet supports up to 30 devices by default. If you will have more than 30 devices needing wired network connectivity in your booth, we can support up to 120 devices upon request at no additional charge. Please mention this in your Connection Request to ensure that your connection is configured appropriately.
Connections before October 2, 2026 are eligible for early bird pricing. Connections ordered after this date, and before Oct 16 will increase by $2,000. Connection requests will not be accepted after October 16.
The SCinet network service offerings include:
10 Gigabit Ethernet connection to the SCinet IP network. This connection is delivered over singlemode fiber optic cable and requires 10GBase-LR optics. This is the most common request, and is recommended for most booth demonstrations and business needs. SCinet recommends considering the “Plug and Play” 10Gbps Connection Kit (See Plug and Play below) if you do not have your own networking equipment.
100 Gigabit Ethernet connection to the SCinet IP network. This connection is delivered over singlemode fiber optic cable and requires 100GBase-LR4 optics.
400 Gigabit Ethernet connection to the SCinet IP network. This connection is delivered over singlemode fiber optic cable and requires 400GBase-LR4 optics.
Singlemode fiber optic cable laid between two locations. This is an atypical request. In the event that a routed IP connection between booths is not sufficient, a dark fiber path can be built between booths. The exhibitors must coordinate and provide the equipment at either end of the fiber. Dark fiber drops may be requested for a private connection between two exhibitor booths. You may request dark fiber from a booth to a SCinet location (e.g. the SCinet NOC, Booth #3034) with the understanding that direct coordination with SCinet will be necessary. In this case you will only be charged for the connection to your booth and not to the SCinet location.
In the case of requests for dark fiber to another exhibitor booth, both booths will be charged $5,000 for the connection (i.e., one charge for each end of the connection).
SCinet reserves the right to review any network requests ordered through the CRS. In particular, exhibitors who wish to order connections geared toward network-intensive research or demonstrations (e.g. those of 100Gbps or higher, or dark fiber connections), are strongly encouraged to first contact SCinet to discuss their needs and ensure the best possible support for their use case.
For exhibitors ordering the 10 Gigabit service, SCinet offers an optional “connection kit” for $160 that includes a compatible network switch and optical transceiver for a simple plug-and-play experience. Most exhibitors ordering 10 Gigabit service will need this kit unless they are bringing compatible networking equipment. This kit is only available for the 10 Gigabit service.
If you previously purchased a switch and optic from SCinet for use at SC in previous years for 1 Gbps service, SCinet is offering a one-time exchange of equipment that supported 1 Gigabit connections – no matter which year it was purchased. Please bring your previously purchased switch to the SCinet helpdesk (Booth 4029) as proof and receive a free exchange.
Access the SCinet CRS FAQ. It has tons of helpful and detailed information on networking your booth at SC.
SCinet will email booth managers with information on how to use the CRS, including login and password information.
If you have questions regarding network requests for your booth, contact the SCinet Help Desk.
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