If you do not have SecureFX yet, please see Where can I download a secure FTP client? for information on downloading the client.

If you are connecting to this server from off campus, a VPN connection is required. Please see instructions at How do I connect to the Purdue VPN?

Connecting to your home directory

1. When you open the 'SecureFX client', click on the 'Quick Connect' icon.
   
   
2. In the 'Quick Connect' window, enter the following.
   • Protocol: SFTP.
   • Hostname: mace.itap.purdue.edu.
   • Port: 22.
   • Firewall: none.
   • Username: enter your Purdue username.
     
     NOTE:The remaining settings do not need to be changed.
     
     
3. Click 'Connect' and enter your password when prompted.  Click OK.
   
   
4. You will now be able to view the folders and files that are located in your Career Account.