How to Access Linux from MobaXterm using SSH

MobaXterm is a powerful software tool that combines multiple remote network features like SSH, RDP, and VNC in one interface. It allows Windows users to easily manage remote servers, access files, and run commands, making it perfect for working with Unix/Linux systems from a Windows environment. Either you can use PuTTY or MobaXterm.

Steps to Install and Access Linux via SSH Using MobaXterm:

systemctl status sshd command in Linux to check ssh status

Download and Install MobaXterm:

  • Visit the official MobaXterm website: Download MobaXterm.
  • Download the installer for Windows and run it to install MobaXterm on your machine.

Open MobaXterm and :

  • After installation, launch the MobaXterm application.
  • Click on the Session button at the top left of the window.
  • In the session options, select SSH from the list of available session types.

Open Mobaxtream to connect Linux machine using SSH

Enter SSH Connection Details:

  • In the Remote host field, enter the IP address of your Linux machine (e.g., 192.168.64.133).
  • Set the Port to 22 (default for SSH).
  • Enter your Linux username in the Username field.
  • Optionally, you can specify the Password for automatic login or choose key-based authentication for added security.

Add IP address and user name of Linux machine to access it from SSH

Save and Connect:

  • After entering the required information, click OK to initiate the SSH connection.
  • MobaXterm will now attempt to connect to your Linux machine using SSH.

Access and Run Commands:

  • Once connected, you will be logged into the Linux terminal session within MobaXterm.
  • You can now run any commands to manage or make changes to your Linux machine directly from the MobaXterm terminal.

Successfully login to Mobaxtream and access Linux using SSH

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