How to set up WinSCIP for the Grid

Note: WinSCP is software and can be downloaded for free. 

Follow the steps below to set up WinSCP and connect to the Grid.

Step 1

Run WinSCP on your desktop.

Step 2

Enter grid.wayne.edu as the Hostname.

Step 3

Enter your WSU AccessID as your User name and leave the Password field blank.

Step 4

Select SFTP for Protocol and click Save.

Step 5

A window titled Save session as will open automatically. Click OK.

Step 6

A window titled WinSCP Login will open automatically. Click Login.

Step 7

A window titled Warning will open automatically. Click Yes.

Note: This key is changed during upgrades to the Grid, you will be notified when this happens, just re-save the new key.

 

Step 8

A window titled Server Prompt will open automatically. Enter your WSU AccessID password for Password and click OK

  • You will then be prompted to MFA authenticate. Select the option you wish to use and proceed to authenticate.

You are now logged on to the Grid.

 

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