PUTTY

[NARSBARS]

Can I get some more information on the use of PUTTY?
I can VPN into a BCM and hit the desktop, but does PUTTY offer more or easier access?

NARSBARS

 

[biv343]

Putty is a SSH client, functions the same as telnet, but with more security. All it does is give you CLI access to the BCM, same as telnet or connecting via a serial cable.

 

[MagnaRGP]

That way, you can leave the telnet ability of the BCM off so your more nosy customers don't play around.

I also prefer restarting the BCM via PuTTy rather than via Unified Manager.

 

[acewarlock]

OK how would I get PuTTy and how would I use it to access the BCM?

 

[NARSBARS]

Thanks
I like the sound of leaving telnet off. MagnaRGP can you give me a little more on commands available through PUTTY?
I have never restarted the BCM without the UM or serial cable.

NARSBARS

 

[biv343]

Putty is available from the Install Clients page on the BCM.

Commands are the same as via telnet or serial cable - option 8 to restart.

 

[MagnaRGP]

The command line interface is exactly the same as it is when you telnet to the BCM. The only problem with putty is if you mis-type something, you can't backspace and correct it. It's just a glitch.