Using Claude Code with the RCD LLM Service

Claude Code can be launched to use the RCD LLM Service by setting environment variables before launching.

First, request an allocation, sign in to the service, and create an API key:

• ColdFront allocation instructions
• RCD LLM Service dashboard

Once you have the API key, set these environment variables:

export ANTHROPIC_AUTH_TOKEN="<your-api-key-here>"
export ANTHROPIC_BASE_URL=https://llm.rcd.clemson.edu
export CLAUDE_CODE_DISABLE_NONESSENTIAL_TRAFFIC=1

Check the Available Models page for the exact model name to use, and run claude, specifying the model. For example:

claude --model qwen3.6-27b-fp8

tip

Models availability changes. Be sure to check the Available Models page for the current models.