Overview

SSH is a secure network protocol for accessing and managing remote machines. It encrypts data transmission, providing a secure way to log in, execute commands, and transfer files between computers.

Cisco VPN: Ensure the Cisco ASU VPN client is installed and connected to the path 'sslvpn.asu.edu/2fa' before initiating an SSH connection.

SSH

Log in with your WINEDS username & password

1. SSH for Windows

   1. Clients

      1. Windows Powershell

         1. SSH command: ssh username@aloe.asre.rc.asu.edu

            1. Replace "username" with your WINEDS username and set the remote host as "aloe.asre.rc.asu.edu" enter your password

            2. Accept the DUO connection prompt

      2. PuTTY

         1. Create a new connection

         2. Open

            

            Click on Open and input your WINEDS username and password

            1. Accept the DUO connection prompt

2. Mac

   1. The Mac OS has an SSH client built-in

      • Open Terminal:

        • You can find Terminal in the Applications > Utilities folder or use Spotlight (Cmd + Space, then type "Terminal").

      • To connect to a Aloe, use the following command:

        ssh username@aloe.asre.rc.asu.edu

        Replace "username" with your WINEDS username and set the remote host as "aloe.asre.rc.asu.edu" enter your password

        • After pressing Enter, you'll receive a prompt from DUO

          • Accept the DUO prompt:

      • You should be connected to the Aloe login node

3. Linux

   1. Virtually every Linux distribution includes an SSH client

   2. The process for Linux is very similar to a Mac. You have to open a terminal window from which the SSH client will be launched then follow the same info above.