Accessing Files On Another Device By Using Sftp; Establishing The Configuration Task - Huawei netengine80e Configuration Manual

HUAWEI NetEngine80E/40E Router
Configuration Guide - Basic Configurations
Prerequisite
The configurations of accessing other devices by using FTP are complete.
Procedure
l
----End
Example
Run the
<HUAWEI> display ftp-client
The source address of FTP client is 1.1.1.1.

8.7 Accessing Files on Another Device by Using SFTP

SFTP is a secure FTP service. After the router is configured as an SFTP client. The SFTP server
authenticates the client and encrypts data in both directions to provide secure data transmission.

8.7.1 Establishing the Configuration Task

Before establishing the configuration task of accessing files on another device by using SFTP,
familiarize yourself with the applicable environment, complete the pre-configuration tasks, and
obtain the required data. This can help you complete the configuration task quickly and
accurately.
Applicable Environment
SFTP is short for SSH FTP that is a secure FTP protocol. SFTP is on the basis of SSH. It ensures
that users can log in to a remote device securely for file management and transmission, and
enhances the security in data transmission. In addition, you can log in to a remote SSH server
from the router that functions as an SFTP client.
Pre-configuration Tasks
Before establishing the configuration task of accessing files on another device by using SFTP,
complete the following tasks:
l
Data Preparation
To access files on another device by using SFTP, you need the following data:
No.
1
2
Issue 02 (2011-09-10)
Run the display ftp-client
display ftp-client command to view the source parameters of the FTP client.
Configuring a reachable route between the client and SSH server
Data
(Optional) Source address of the device that functions as the SFTP client
(Optional) Name of the SSH server
Huawei Proprietary and Confidential
Copyright © Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.
command to view the source parameters of the FTP client.
8 Accessing Another Device
177