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SFTP Files

The information on this page relates to the new upgraded interface of the IConduct platform. To view information about the Classic version of the user interface, follow this link.

 

Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP, also SSH File Transfer Protocol) is a network protocol that provides file access, file transfer, and file management over any reliable data stream. It supports the full security and authentication functionality to ensure a higher level of file transfer protection including based on SSH keys. An SSH key is an access credential in the SSH protocol primarily used for automated data transition processes.

 

The SFTP connector by IConduct provides the access to servers with the support of the latest SSH key exchange algorithms. The connector allows importing and exporting files from/to remote directories via the secure SFTP protocol.

 

To configure the SFTP Files connector, follow the instructions below:

 

  1. In the Main Menu, select Connections and press Create connection.

Accessing connections

  1. On the Connector Selection Page select the SFTP Files item from the File Servers section.

 

Connector Selection Page

  1. In the SFTP Files Connection work area, fill in the following fields and press Create.

Connection Details Area

Field Description

Connection*

A new connection name. Enter a connection alias here.

Is Active

Toggles connector’s activity at interface execution. Enable the checkbox to activate the connection for execution.

Cloud Agent*

The LAN you are working with. Select "IConduct" for cloud systems and your corporate agent for internal systems.

when working with a corporate (local) agent, make sure the WinSCPis installed and running. Otherwise, an authorization error may occur.

Implementation Type*

Defines the connection implementation type. Supported values:

  • Default. IConduct scheduler works on the cloud agent set in the Cloud Agent field.
  • Java. IConduct scheduler works by sending requests to a Java agent.

Is Source

This connection entity is available as a data source for Import (writing to Schema). Enable the check box to ensure data import.

Is Target

This connection entity is available as a data target that receives data from schema to current data container. Enable the checkbox to ensure data export.

Timeout

The length of time (in milliseconds) the IConduct platform waits for a response from the connection provider before returning a timeout error. Set the time value to stop the system from connection attempts.

Query

The box is intended for entering a query. You can test the defined query by clicking Test Query once the connection is saved.

It’s recommended to test the query after the connection testing.

DateTime Format

Not used in this connector.

Connection String*

A string that specifies information about a data source and the means of connecting to it. The connection string is basically a server URL in form of one of these values:

1. A DNS server. For example: myftp.mydoamin.com

2. An IP address. For example: 212.213.214.1

The Connection String should be written without any slashes (/) and without specifying any folder name.

Username*

Credential used to access the server. Enter your username for authorization.

Password*

Credential used to access the server. Enter your password for authorization.

Port*

A communication endpoint associated with the connection string. The standard port is 22. Enter a port number here.

Private Key

Insert the private key in case the SSH key-based authentication is used between the server and the client.

 

*- mandatory fields

 

Once the connection is saved, you can test if it is successful. Press the Test Connection button. If the created connection works, you will receive a success message. 

Testing the Connection