How to Connect via SSH Using PuTTY

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Step 1: Download and Install PuTTY

  1. Go to the official PuTTY website: https://www.putty.org.
  2. Download the appropriate installer for your operating system (Windows/Linux/Mac).
  3. Install PuTTY by following the installation instructions.

Step 2: Obtain the IP Address of Your Server

  1. Check your server’s documentation or settings for its IP address.
  2. If you can’t find the IP address, see IP Discovery Tools below:
    • Advanced IP Scanner (Windows)
    • Angry IP Scanner (Cross-Platform)

Step 3: Open PuTTY

  1. Launch PuTTY from your applications or desktop shortcut.

Step 4: Configure the Connection

  1. In the PuTTY Configuration window:
    • Host Name (or IP address): Enter the server’s IP address.
    • Port: Typically, SSH uses port 22 (unless your server uses a custom port).
    • Connection type: Ensure SSH is selected.
  2. (Optional) Save the session:
    • Enter a name under Saved Sessions and click Save.

How to Connect via SSH Using PuTTY

Follow this guide to establish an SSH connection to a remote server:

Step 1: Download and Install PuTTY

  1. Go to the official PuTTY website: https://www.putty.org.
  2. Download the appropriate installer for your operating system (Windows/Linux/Mac).
  3. Install PuTTY by following the installation instructions.

Step 2: Obtain the IP Address of Your Server

  1. Check your server’s documentation or settings for its IP address.
  2. If you can’t find the IP address, see IP Discovery Tools below.

Step 3: Open PuTTY

  1. Launch PuTTY from your applications or desktop shortcut.

Step 4: Configure the Connection

  1. In the PuTTY Configuration window:
    • Host Name (or IP address): Enter the server’s IP address.
    • Port: Typically, SSH uses port 22 (unless your server uses a custom port).
    • Connection type: Ensure SSH is selected.
  2. (Optional) Save the session:
    • Enter a name under Saved Sessions and click Save.

Step 5: Connect to the Server

  1. Click Open to initiate the connection.
  2. If it’s your first time connecting to the server, PuTTY will display a security alert about the server’s host key. Click Yes to proceed.

Step 6: Log In to the Server

  1. A terminal window will appear asking for a username. Enter the username provided by your server administrator.
  2. Next, enter the password when prompted. (Note: The password field may not show anything as you type; this is normal for security reasons.)
  3. Once authenticated, you’ll have access to the server via SSH.