Connecting via PuTTY on Windows

This guide will help you connect to your Comet-M device using PuTTY on Windows, both via SSH and the debug console (UART).

Installation

• Download and install PuTTY from the official PuTTY download page.
• After installation, open the PuTTY application.

Connecting via SSH

1. In the 'Host Name (or IP address)' field, enter mecha-comet-m.local (default) or the IP address/hostname of your device.
2. Ensure that the 'SSH' option is selected under 'Connection type'.
3. (Optional) To save this session for future use:
   • Type a name under 'Saved Sessions'
   • Click 'Save'
4. Click 'Open' to start the SSH session.
5. If this is your first time connecting, you'll see a security alert. Click 'Yes' to accept it.
6. Enter your username and password when prompted.

Default credentials for Comet-M:

username: mecha
password: mecha

You are now connected to your server via SSH using PuTTY!

Connecting to the Debug Console via UART

1. Connect your Comet-M to your computer using a UART cable. Follow this guide.
2. Open Device Manager on your Windows machine.
3. Expand the "Ports (COM & LPT)" list.
4. Note the COM number for the device named 'USB Serial Port'.
5. Open PuTTY and select the 'Serial' option under 'Connection type'.
6. Enter the COM number in the 'Serial line' field.
7. Set the speed (baud rate) to 115200.
8. Click 'Open' to start the session.

If set up correctly, a new window will open where you can interact with your device via the UART connection.