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Remote Console

You can connect to the server via SSH directly from your web browser using the remote console feature. Manage your server securely on SHIELDGate without the need to install a separate terminal program.

Table of Contents​

  1. Feature Introduction
  2. Check Server List
  3. Connecting to the Server
  4. Using the Terminal
  5. File Transfer Functionality
  6. End Session
  7. Error Handling
  8. Cautions

Feature Introduction​

The remote console feature offers the following advantages:

  • Easy Access: No separate SSH client installation required
  • Secure ConnectionSecure SSH Access in SHIELDGate's Remote Browser Security Environment
  • Web Terminal: Execute commands directly in the browser
  • File Transfer: File upload/download available on the web
  • One-Click Access: Access without entering authentication information according to policy

Check Server List​

Step 1: Accessing the Remote Console Menu​

  1. After logging into SHIELDGate, in the left menuRemote ConsoleSelection
  2. The list of servers registered by the administrator is displayed in card format.

Server Card Information​

Each server card displays the following information:

  • Server Name: Server identifier set by the administrator
  • Server Status: Server accessibility status

Check Server Details​

You can check additional information in a tooltip by hovering over the server card:

  • Server Name and Description: Server name and description set by the administrator
  • Server IP: IP address of the target server
  • Port: SSH connection port number

Connecting to the Server​

How to Connect​

  1. desired server cardclick
  2. The SSH connection will start automatically.
  3. If the connection is successful, the terminal screen will appear.

Automatic Authentication​

  • Users will be automatically logged in with the authentication information pre-registered by the administrator without entering a separate ID/password.

Using the Terminal​

Basic Usage​

If the SSH connection is successful, the web terminal will be executed.

Execute command​

  • You can use all common Linux commands.
  • Keyboard input is transmitted to the server in real-time.
  • The command execution result is displayed directly in the terminal.

File Transfer Functionality​

File Upload​

File Transfer from Local PC to Server

  1. in the file transfer windowUploadTab Selection
  2. Select a file to upload using one of the following methods:
    • Local PC: Select files directly from the computer
    • SHIELDGate File Box: Select a file from the SHIELDGate file folder (for SHIELDrive users only)
  3. Specify the path of the target server
  4. UploadButton Click
  5. Check upload progress and wait for completion message

File Download​

File transfer from the server to the local PC, SHIELDGate file repository

  1. in the file transfer windowDownloadTab Selection
  2. Select the file to download from the server file explorer
  3. Select Save Location:
    • Local PC: Direct download to user computer
    • SHIELDGate File Box: Save to SHIELDGate file cabinet (for SHIELDrive users only)
  4. DownloadButton Click
  5. Check download completion message

End Session​

How to Exit Normally​

  1. top of the terminalendButton Click
  2. A confirmation dialog will appear: "Do you want to terminate the SSH connection?"
  3. endClick the button to log out.
  4. Automatically returns to the server list screen.

Important Note​

Note: The 'exit' command is not supported.

  • Entering the exit command in the terminal does not terminate the session.
  • mustEnd ButtonPlease end the session using __PH_0__.

Error Handling​

Connection Failure Error​

SymptomsDisplay "Server Connection Failed" Modal Window

"Cannot connect to the server. Please try again later."

Countermeasures:

  1. CheckButton Click
  2. Click the server card again shortly to attempt reconnection.
  3. If the problem persists, contact the administrator.

Authentication information error​

SymptomsDisplay "Server Authentication Failed" Modal Window

"Authentication information (ID or password) is incorrect, and you cannot connect to the server. Please request the administrator to verify the authentication information."

Countermeasures:

  1. CheckButton Click
  2. Request for server authentication information verification to the administrator
  3. Admin attempts to reconnect after modifying information.

Cautions​

  • Always perform a backup before important tasks.
  • Be careful when handling sensitive information on the server.
  • Be sure to end the session after completing the work.

Precautions for Use​

  • Network DisconnectionIf the network connection is unstable, the session may be disconnected.
  • Simultaneous accessMultiple users can connect simultaneously to the same server.
  • File Transfer: Transferring large files may take a long time.

Performance Optimization​

  • Do not open too many terminal windows at the same time.
  • Please end sessions that are not used for a long time.