Install PuTTY
To get started, you need to download the installation package. For 64-bit PCs, you will want to download the 64-bit version putty-64bit-installer.msi. If you’re only using your computer for basic functions, a 32-bit installed version is usually more than enough. If you want to work with even larger files, or install more programs, then the 64-bit version (putty-x86_64.exe) is a better way to go.
You can download PuTTY here
Configuring and installing
After your download you can install the client. You can see the Welcome Screen is up on your screen. Click “Next”
Installing the software requires you to tell the installer about where it should be installed. The default location is usually best so just click Next.
The installer offers the ability to select which features to install. You probably want a desktop shortcut if you’ll be using the software frequently. All the other options are generally recommended, and when ready, click ‘install‘.
When the installation has completed successfully, it will show a “Completed” screen. Click Finish to exit the installer.
After installation is complete, test the setup by running PuTTY to see if it works. You can access PuTTY either through its shortcut on your computer or from the start menu, depending on which installation method you used.
Otherwise, you can find information about the software by looking for the program in the Windows Start Menu in the bottom left corner of desktop. The menu will be different depending on what version of Windows is being used. On Windows 10, scroll down until you see “PuTTY”. Open this group and click on
When you open PuTTY, there should be a window titled “PuTTY Configuration.” From here, enter a new Host Name and click “Open”.
When you’re installing an SSH, it means that you have a server to connect to and it may be your university, work or home server. You need the host name or IP address to connect to. Make sure you add either a hostname or IP address in the Host Name field.
Before you get started with PuTTY, you need to gather a few pieces of information:
- Server IP Address
- SSH port
- SSH username
- SSH password
Some host provide RSA Key to connect without using password.
To add RSA key you need to click SSH> then click Auth
show the path of your key and open
