Signing up as a forum member will allow you to automatically receive e-mail messages when new topics are posted and manage other forum options. In the top menu bar you will have access to "My Area" option. You will be able to configure your profile and setup watchlists as well as bookmarks. In addition you will have access to your posts and will be able to send private messages to other members. Forum members can be also added to private forums (e.g. NE- CAT for Boston Area) and become forum moderators.
There are two ways to join the forums, which are available on this website (forums.sbgrid.org):
A) Using your existing Google, Yahoo or Facebook credentials. You will first need to select the Sign In button. Then
select one of three icons, G, Y or F:
.
Selecting option G will allow you to login with Google or Google Apps
credentials. On the following page please enter your Google, Yahoo or Facebook
credential. If the authorization works you will be redirected to the Forums
page. In the top right corner you should see your name and a Sign Out option.
Finally, in order to join the forums you will need to select the Join Now
button. This is the last step. You will automatically become the forum member.
B) You can also create a separate account for SBGrid Forums membership. On the login screen select the Join Now option, and then proceed to the Sign Up screen. Create a new user name and password.
Still having trouble with joining? Please email us for further assistance.