Enable SSH on a Huawei Switch

To enable SSH on a Huawei switch, follow these steps:

Step 1: Configure the Management Interface

Assign an IP address to the management VLAN interface.

Step 2: Create a Local User

Define a local user with SSH access rights.

Step 3: Configure SSH User Authentication

Set the SSH authentication mode to password.

Step 4: Enable the SSH Server

Activate the SSH server on the switch.

Step 5: Enable VTY for SSH Access

Configure the VTY (Virtual Terminal) settings.

Step 6: Generate RSA Key Pair

Create an RSA key for SSH encryption.

• If prompted for key size, enter 2048 (recommended for security).

Step 7: Save the Configuration

Save the changes to apply them permanently.

Step 8: Test SSH Connection

From a remote device, use an SSH client to connect:

If you have any specific Huawei model in mind, let me know, and I can tailor the steps accordingly!

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