NVIDIA Sync#

Overview#

NVIDIA Sync is a utility for Windows, macOS, and Ubuntu that streamlines access to your DGX Spark from a laptop or workstation.

It manages SSH connections, port forwarding, and tunnels in the background so you can work on your DGX Spark without manually running commands in a terminal.

Key Capabilities#

  • Direct connections: Add a device on your local network using device discovery, a hostname or IP address, or an imported SSH alias. Refer to Direct Connections in the NVIDIA Sync User Guide.

  • Tailscale connections: Access your DGX Spark when you are not on the same network. Refer to Tailscale Connections in the NVIDIA Sync User Guide.

  • Applications: Launch supported IDEs, tools, and custom scripts on your DGX Spark with a click. Refer to Applications in the NVIDIA Sync User Guide.

  • Cluster Assistant: Cluster your DGX Spark systems without manually running commands in a terminal. Refer to Cluster Assistant in the NVIDIA Sync User Guide. For physical cable requirements and ConnectX-7 network background, refer to ConnectX-7 Networking.

Using NVIDIA Sync with Your DGX Spark#

To get started with NVIDIA Sync:

  1. Install NVIDIA Sync on your laptop.

  2. Add your DGX Spark to NVIDIA Sync.

  3. Launch an application on your DGX Spark through NVIDIA Sync.

For step-by-step installation and onboarding instructions, refer to Getting Started in the NVIDIA Sync User Guide.