{"id":1336,"date":"2024-07-30T14:23:54","date_gmt":"2024-07-30T14:23:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/?p=1336"},"modified":"2025-04-17T09:39:07","modified_gmt":"2025-04-17T09:39:07","slug":"how-to-access-linux-server-using-putty-ssh-terminal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hostitsmart.com\/manage\/knowledgebase\/412\/access-linux-server-using-putty-terminal.html","title":{"rendered":"How To Access Linux Server Using PuTTY SSH Terminal?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How To Access Your Linux Server Using PuTTY SSH Terminal | Host IT Smart Tutorials\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wGtU6GRJJoE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Imagine managing your Linux server securely and efficiently from anywhere in the world. Whether you are an experienced system administrator or a curious beginner, accessing your server remotely is a fundamental skill that unlocks a world of possibilities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With PuTTY, a versatile and user-friendly SSH terminal, you can easily connect to your server, ensuring your systems are up and running smoothly, no matter where you are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this guide, we will walk you through the process of using PuTTY to access your Linux server. We&#8217;ve got you covered, from downloading and installing the software to securely logging in.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s dive in and explore how you can use PuTTY to take control of your server!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Steps to Access Your Linux Server Using PuTTY SSH Terminal<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 After creating a new Linux Cloud Server or purchasing a Linux VPS server, you can connect to it using PuTTY. PuTTY is a free tool that provides SSH and telnet services for Windows computers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 To install PuTTY on your Windows computer, visit the provided URL to download the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chiark.greenend.org.uk\/~sgtatham\/putty\/latest.html\"><strong>PuTTY Download Page<\/strong><\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 Once the installation is complete, launch the PuTTY SSH client. Enter your server\u2019s IP address and specify the SSH port. While the default SSH port is 22, we use a custom port <strong>\u20187576\u2019<\/strong> for enhanced security. Click on <strong>\u2018Open\u2019<\/strong> to continue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 A PuTTY security alert regarding the server&#8217;s host key will appear the first time you connect. Accept the alert by clicking the <strong>\u2018Yes\u2019<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 You will see the prompt <strong>\u2018login as:\u2019<\/strong> where you need to enter your SSH username. Once you have typed in your username, press the <strong>\u2018Enter\u2019 <\/strong>key on your keyboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 Now, you have to enter an SSH password. The characters you type will not be visible on the screen for security reasons. Once you have typed the password, press the <strong>\u2018Enter\u2019<\/strong> key on your keyboard.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 When the remote server\u2019s command prompt appears, it means you have successfully connected to the server. The initial command line prompt typically looks like username@example.com, followed by the <strong>#<\/strong> prompt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Please note that this method uses password authentication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, you can use key-based authentication to log into your Linux server with an SSH private key. This method is more secure than a password-based login.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 If your server uses key-based authentication, go to the left navigation pane in PuTTY, click on <strong>\u2018Connection\u2019<\/strong>, then <strong>\u2018Data\u2019<\/strong>, and enter the required username (such as root or centOS) in the Auto-login username field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 Next, under <strong>\u2018Connection\u2019<\/strong>, select <strong>\u2018SSH\u2019 <\/strong>and <strong>\u2018Auth.\u2019<\/strong> Click <strong>\u2018Browse\u2019<\/strong> below the <strong>\u2018Private key file for authentication\u2019<\/strong> section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 Go to the folder where your SSH private key file is saved, select the file, and click <strong>\u2018Open.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 The path to the SSH private key file is now shown in the <strong>\u2018Private key file for authentication\u2019<\/strong> field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 Select the <strong>\u2018Session\u2019 <\/strong>option in the left navigation pane, then click <strong>\u2018Save\u2019 <\/strong>under the<strong> \u2018Load, Save, or Delete a Stored Session\u2019<\/strong> section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 Click <strong>\u2018Open\u2019<\/strong> to start your session with the server.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 Once the command prompt of the remote server appears, it means you have successfully connected to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 You are now ready to run commands. To view a list of files in the current directory, just type the \u2018<strong>ls\u2019<\/strong> command and hit <strong>\u2018Enter.\u2019<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2794 Once you&#8217;re done, type <strong>\u2018exit\u2019<\/strong> and hit <strong>\u2018Enter\u2019<\/strong> to close the SSH connection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That\u2019s it! This is how You can access your Linux server using PuTTY SSH Terminal to connect your server, ensuring secure and reliable access. Whether troubleshooting issues, deploying updates, or performing routine maintenance, PuTTY provides a powerful and flexible tool for all your remote server management needs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Imagine managing your Linux server securely and efficiently from anywhere in the world. 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