SSH File Transfer Protocol runs over the SSH or secure shell protocol which support full security and authentication functionality. Eclipse provides the option to set all the necessary authentication details for SFTP at a site level so that your system administration team can monitor and update, if required, and end users will not have to manage those details.
Note: To work with the set up of FTP and SFTP, you need an advanced understanding of how to move files between devices over a network. The setup involves a knowledge of the servers involved, the ports, and access to those areas. The data requirements for set up in Eclipse are typical for this method of transferring files.
To create an SFTP profile:
From the Tools menu, select Communication Profile Maintenance.
In the Profile/New field, type new.
Note: If you want to edit a current profile, enter the profile name and select Edit.
At the prompt, enter the new name you want to use.
In the Type field, select SFTPand click Edit.
Use the following fields to define the SFTP credentials you want to use:
Field | Description |
Server | The server name from which or to which you want to use to transmit files. Important: Do NOT include the website protocol, such as ftp://, or the port number in this field. |
Port | The port number on the server to which the system listens. |
Directory | The directory where transmitted files should be extracted from or deposited to. By default, the system uses the root directory of the SFTP site. |
File Name* | The standard file name to be used when transmitting files. While optional, this field can be used to define a default file name for when this profile is used. |
User | The user name on the server. |
Password | The secure password for the server. |
Private Key | The path to a private key file on your local computer. |
Public Key | The path to the public key to share with your partners. |
Passphrase | The passphrase required to access the local private key |
*Optional
Use the Test button to test the connection and ensure the settings are correct.
Save your changes and exit the window.