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Connect to Serv-U SFTP using the Powershell command

How to connect to Serv-U using SFTP via Powershell.

First published date

3/30/2022 7:57 PM

Last published date

3/30/2022 7:57 PM

Overview

Usually, when connecting to Serv-U via SFTP, the user can use any SFTP client that supports SFTP. Some examples of a 3rd party clients are WinSCP, Filezilla, and others.

Product section

Serv-U Managed File Transfer & Serv-U FTP Server

Resolution

1. Launch the Powershell.

2. Run the command below.
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sftp username@servername

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3. If there is an SSH Fingerprint prompt, just type "Yes" to accept it.

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4. Enter the account password.