Connecting via SSH and SFTP

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Note: Connecting via SSH or SFTP is intended for advanced users only.


SFTP File Transfer

Step 1: Download Application - Cyberduck

Step 2: Connect using the following settings.

  • Protocol: SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol)
  • Server: Apple-TV.local (or AppleTV IP address)
  • Username: root
  • Password: alpine
  • Port: 22

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Step 3: Connected!

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SSH Command Line

Step 1: Locate 'Terminal' Application in /Applications/Utilities folder.

Step 2: Enter the following to connect via SSH.

ssh root@apple-tv.local

-OR-

ssh root@<appletv IP address>

Enter 'alpine' as password when prompted.

Step 3: Connected!

When connected you will see the following prompt.

Apple-TV:~ root#

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