Before You Begin

AceCAST is simply a modified implementation of the standard CPU-based WRF model distributed by NCAR (checkout the wrf users page here) that runs on high-performance GPUs. Our goal is to make AceCAST a simple and convenient alternative to running WRF on CPUs and as such have preserved as much of the standard WRF functionality as possible. It is assumed that users are at least somewhat familiar with running the standard WRF model prior to running AceCAST. If you are not familiar with the WRF model we suggest you explore the various resources provided on the WRF users page before continuing.

This guide is intended to help existing WRF users become familiar with the mechanics of running AceCAST and how they can take advantage of AceCAST’s performance advantages to enhance their modeling capabilities.