SSH - Secure Shell Security ManagementML700 User Manual 12-27Generating SSH Client KeyMetaASSIST View assists you in generating a client key pair for SSH communication. Thesepair keys generated for SSH communication are used by the management host forauthentication during an SSH session. Optionally, may secure the management hostgenerated keys by using a passphrase. This prevents access of other users on the samemanagement host to the ML device. This procedure can be performed when not connected tothe ML device. To generate a SSH client key:1. From the Session menu (on menu bar), select Generate SSH Client Key. The GenerateSSH Client Key dialog appears.2. In the File Name box, type the file name or click the Browse button to indicate a locationwhere the file will be created (optional).3. To define a passphrase: In the Passphrase box, type your new passphrase. To confirm the passphrase, in the Passphrase Confirmation box, re-type thepassphrase.4. To select key size for additional protection, from the Key Length list box, select thenumber of bits (512, 768 or 1024).5. To use the generated key for next login, select the Save For Next Login check box.6. Click OK.SSH Server OverviewOnly users with Admin privilege rights can view and manage the SSH parameters for the MLdevice (SSH server).In the SSH pane you can: Generate Server Key (Public and Private); View Server public key parameters (Signature of Public Key, Authentication Key Type,Key Length and Key Generation status); Manage Authenticated Clients Public Key storage (add, replace, delete AuthenticatedClient Key);
