Environment
SSH, PuTTY, Terminal, ITS Login Service, WinSCP, Cyberduck
Issue
Installation and information on access methods for AFS.
Resolution
Connecting to SFTP: Any connection using SFTP protocol will require an on campus connection, or the use of the U-M VPN.
Faculty including Emerita/Emeritus, Staff, Students, and Sponsored Affiliates
In order to access AFS space, the use of an SFTP client is necessary. If files need to be modified within AFS space, a SSH client can be used. Information about using AFS space can be found here: https://its.umich.edu/computing/backup-storage/afs/getting-started.
- Cyberduck is an SFTP client available for Windows and macOS computers
- WinSCP is an SFTP client for Windows computers
- PuTTY is an SSH client for Windows computers
- Built-In SSH is a command-line version of SSH that you can use in a terminal window that comes built in on macOS, Linux, and newer Windows systems
Alumni and Retirees
Additional Information
- Can be installed on managed (MiWorkspace, PaaS) or personal machines.
- Older SFTP/SSH clients may not be able to connect to newer servers (RHEL8 servers in particular).
Need additional information or assistance? Contact the ITS Service Center.