pbs MacOS command

The pbs command in MacOS allows users to view information regarding running and suspended processes. By utilizing this command, users can easily manage and monitor processes on their system, helping to improve overall efficiency and productivity. Using the pbs command, users can track process IDs, statuses, resource usages, and more, providing valuable insights into system performance. This guide will walk you through the various options and functionalities of the pbs command, empowering you to make the most of this powerful tool in your MacOS environment.

pbs Syntax:

pbs [option] [parameter]

pbs Options:

Option	Description
-h	Display help message
-a	Specify additional option for the command
-l	List all available parameters

Parameters:

Parameter	Description
file	Specify the file to process
directory	Specify the directory to process
output	Specify the output location

Caution

Use caution when using the pbs command as it may affect the processing of files and directories on your MacOS system.

pbs Command Usage Examples:

Display All Queued Jobs

pbs -l

Displays all queued jobs on the PBS system.

Submit a Job Script

pbs <jobscript.sh>

Submits a job script to the PBS system for execution.

Cancel a Job by Job ID

pbs -c <job_id>

Cancels a specific job on the PBS system using the job ID.

List Nodes in PBS Cluster

pbsnodes -a

Lists all nodes in the PBS cluster along with their status and properties.

Show Job Information by Job ID

pbs -j <job_id>

Displays detailed information about a specific job on the PBS system using the job ID.

Tip

When using the pbs command in MacOS, make sure to read the manual or help documentation for detailed information on all available options and how to use them effectively.

How do I use pbs in MacOS?

To use the pbs command in bash, execute the following command:

pbs --option <value>

How can I check the version of pbs in MacOS?

To check the version of pbs installed on your MacOS, you can use the following command:

pbs --version

How do I get help with pbs commands in MacOS?

To get help and information about the available commands and options for pbs in MacOS, you can use the following command:

pbs --help

How can I list all available options with the pbs command in MacOS?

To list all available options for the pbs command in MacOS, you can use the following command:

pbs --list-options

How do I run a specific task with pbs in MacOS?

To run a specific task using the pbs command in MacOS, you can specify the task as an argument. For example:

pbs run my_task

How can I schedule a task to run at a specific time with pbs in MacOS?

To schedule a task to run at a specific time using the pbs command in MacOS, you can use options like --at followed by the desired time. For example:

pbs run my_task --at "2023-12-31 23:59:59"

How do I view the logs of a specific task with pbs in MacOS?

To view the logs of a specific task using the pbs command in MacOS, you can specify the task name with the --logs option. For example:

pbs logs my_task

Applications of the pbs command

• Interact with the Portable Batch System (PBS) for managing job scheduling and queuing on a cluster system.