This script is designed to streamline the process of exchanging SSH keys between an Unraid server and other computers or servers. It is particularly helpful for users new to Unraid or command line interfaces, making the process simpler and more intuitive.
Using SSH keys provides a safer way to log into a server compared to password-based authentication. With SSH keys, users can authenticate and access a server without the need for a password. Our script not only facilitates the generation and exchange of these keys but also addresses some quirks unique to Unraid.
- Unraid User Scripts Plugin: Before using this script, ensure you have the Unraid User Scripts plugin installed on your Unraid server.
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Copy the Script: First, get a copy of the key exchange script. This can be done by copying the script directly from this repository.
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Paste into Unraid User Scripts: Navigate to the Unraid web interface and find the User Scripts plugin. Create a new script and paste the copied key exchange script into it.
Execute the script using the User Scripts interface. This will generate an interactive script and place it on your Unraid server.
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Run in Terminal: Open a terminal window in the Unraid web interface.
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Run the Script:
./ssh.sh
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Provide Server Details: The script will prompt you for:
- The remote server's address (e.g., its IP).
- The username for the remote server.
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Authentication: It will then request the password for the remote server.
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Key Exchange: Once the details are provided, the script will exchange SSH keys with the remote server, ensuring a secure connection.
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Addressing Unraid's Quirk: The script will also run
ssh-keyscanto tackle a strange Unraid issue: '"hostfile_replace_entries" failed for /root/.ssh/known_hosts'. -
Completion: After these steps, you'll be able to securely log into the remote server without needing a password.