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How to configure PuTTY for optimal connectivity to ONTAP systems

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Applies to

  • ONTAP 9
  • AFF Models
  • FAS Models

Description

ONTAP allows connection via SSH and AFF/FAS controllers allow connection directly via a local console cable.  Several programs can be used for connectivity for either of these methods.  One such program is PuTTY.

What is PuTTY

PuTTY is a free implementation of SSH and Telnet for Windows and Unix platforms, along with an xterm terminal emulator. It is written and maintained primarily by Simon Tatham.

 

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