Services Configure SSH access
IX20 User Guide
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Configure SSH access
The IX20's default configuration has SSH access enabled, and allowsSSH access to the device from
authorized users within the Internal firewall zone. If this configuration is sufficient for your needs, no
further configuration is required. See Allow remote accessfor web administration and SSH for
information about configuring the SSH service to allow access from remote devices.
Required configuration items
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Enable SSH access.
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Configure access control for the SSH service.
Additional configuration items
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Port to use for communicationswith the SSH service.
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Multicast DNS(mDNS) support.
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Aprivate key to use for communicationswith the SSH service.
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Create custom SSH configuration settings.
See Set the idle timeout for IX20 users for information about setting the inactivity timeout for the SSH
service.
Enable or disable the SSH service
The SSH service is enabled by default. To disable the service, or enable it if it has been disabled:
Web
1. Log into Digi Remote Manager, or log into the local Web UI asa user with full Admin access
rights.
2. Access the device configuration:
Remote Manager:
a. Locate your device as described in Use Digi Remote Manager to view and manage your
device.
b. Click the Device ID.
c. Click Settings.
d. Click to expand Config.
Local Web UI:
a. On the menu, click System. Under Configuration, click Device Configuration.
The Configuration window is displayed.