SSH from Linux
Connect to the CSCD 240 lab server from a Linux machine
You already have ssh. Open any terminal emulator and go.
Step 1: Connect to the VPN
Install GlobalProtect from EWU IT. The Linux client is globalprotect. Connect to vpn.ewu.edu with your EWU credentials.
On Ubuntu/Debian, if a .deb is provided:
sudo dpkg -i GlobalProtect_UI_deb-*.deb
globalprotect connect --portal vpn.ewu.edu
Verify it worked
ip addr | grep "inet 10\."
If you see an address starting with 10., VPN is connected. If not, reconnect.
On campus (eduroam or EWU Secure wifi), skip the VPN.
Step 2: Connect
ssh YOUR_USERNAME@10.202.12.196
Replace YOUR_USERNAME with your EDURange username (e.g., jsmith).
Accept the host key on first connection (yes). Enter your EWU password. Nothing appears on screen as you type — no dots, no asterisks. This is normal. Type carefully and press Enter.
Step 3: Disconnect
exit
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Fix |
|---|---|
Connection timed out |
Check that GlobalProtect is connected |
Permission denied |
Check your username, retype your password |
Host key verification failed |
ssh-keygen -R 10.202.12.196 then reconnect |
ssh: command not found |
sudo apt install openssh-client (Debian/Ubuntu) or sudo dnf install openssh-clients (Fedora) |