: Double-check that SSH is enabled in the settings and that both devices are on the same network. SSH Key Errors
In the field, type your EmuELEC IP address. Ensure the Port is set to 22 and Connection type is SSH . Click Open .
Before you can start using SSH, you need a few things in order. Here’s what you need to prepare:
If you don't need SSH access regularly, it's the safest practice to simply disable it. Just go back to the → ENABLE SSH option and turn it off. You can always turn it back on later.
Managing your games and configuration files is one of the most powerful features of SSH. Here are the primary methods for handling files remotely.
Connect to visually drag and drop files from your computer hard drive directly to /storage/roms/ . 7. Troubleshooting SSH Connection Issues
scp [email protected]:/storage/roms/save.dat /path/to/local/directory/
nano /storage/scripts/bt_watchdog.sh
(Advanced): Edit /etc/ssh/sshd_config and change PermitRootLogin yes to no . Then create a new user. Warning: Many EmuELEC scripts assume root, so this may break updates.