Using Putty

Intro

Remote device management requires secure, reliable console connectivity -PuTTY delivers this capability through its robust SSH and Telnet implementation. This guide outlines the installation, configuration, and operational procedures for leveraging PuTTY effectively in enterprise network environments. PuTTY is widely adopted include its free, lightweight architecture that supports multiple protocols (SSH, Telnet, Serial), provides robust encryption with key authentication, enables efficient session management through saved connection profiles, and maintains cross-platform compatibility across Windows, Linux, and Unix systems. This article covers:

  1. Download and Installation
  2. System Startup
  3. Configuration for Console Access
    Download and Install
  1. Visit the official website and download the latest version.
    • Under "Package files", choose the appropriate Windows installer: putty-64bit--installer.msi.
    • Follow the installation wizard prompts. Accept the default directory unless otherwise required. Once installed, PuTTY will be available from the Start Menu.
    2. System Access
  2. Accessing PuTTY on Windows can be accomplished through two primary methods. Both methods provide immediate access to PuTTY's terminal interface for establishing secure remote connections.
    • The quickest approach involves pressing the Windows key, typing "PuTTY," and selecting the PuTTY app.
    • Alternatively, you can navigate to the directory by opening C:\Program Files\PuTTY through File Explorer and double-click the putty.exe executable.
    3. Configure for Console Access
  3. Once PuTTY is launched, you can configure it for console access by following these steps:
    • Select Connection Type: click the Serial radio button.
    • Configure Serial Settings: enter the COM port (see Device Manager under Ports) then set the speed to 9600 (default for most devices) or device-specific baud rate.
    • Set Serial Parameters: click the Serial category on the left, then set Data bits to 8, Stop bits to 1, Parity to None, and Flow control to None.
    • Save Session for Future Use: enter a name under Saved Sessions and click Save.
    • Load Saved Session: to use the saved session later, select it from the Saved Sessions list and click Load.