The center houses the Cray SV1 supercomputer. A StorageTek 4400 Automated Cartridge System provides a 2.4 terabyte long-term data storage capacity. Scientific workstations provide visualization and interactive graphics capabilities at the center and on the research campuses across the state. Several software packages are installed and maintained.
Additional access is provided by dial-up facilities at network node points and at the center.
Some industrial clients provide their own high-speed lines which connect to the Alabama Reseach and Education Network. The Authority's facilities are available for commercial use at published rates. A current schedule of rates is available upon request. ASC's system integration contractor is Computer Sciences Corporation .