Access Terminal
Plaza6G provides an integrated web-based terminal that allows users to access experiment resources directly through their browser. No external SSH or RDP client is required — the platform handles all authentication automatically.
1 Overview
The integrated access terminal supports both SSH (for Linux-based resources) and RDP (for Windows and Android UE devices). Sessions open directly in the browser, providing seamless and secure access to experiment components.
2 Accessing Resources via the Web Interface
To open a session:
- Go to My Experiments
- Select the experiment you want to access
- Expand the Resource Details
- Click Open Terminal for SSH or Open RDP for graphical access
All authentication details (IP, username, password) are injected automatically, removing the need for manual login.
Multiple terminal tabs can be opened simultaneously.
3 SSH Access (Linux & Kubernetes)
SSH is available for Linux-based VMs and Kubernetes cluster nodes. It provides a secure, sandboxed shell for running commands, inspecting logs, and verifying experiment behavior.
- Automatic login — no credentials needed
- Full command-line access
- Secure per-user isolation
If the session closes or times out, click Open Terminal again to reconnect instantly.
4 RDP Access (Windows & Android UE)
RDP access provides a fully interactive graphical interface inside your browser. It is used for Windows-based VMs or Android UE devices participating in experiments.
- Automatic credential injection
- Runs directly inside the browser — no external client required
- Live UE screen mirroring for Android-based experiments
5 Security and Isolation
All access terminal sessions are isolated, temporary, and securely authenticated. Plaza6G ensures strong isolation and does not store persistent credentials.
| Security Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Session Isolation | Each session is tied to a single experiment and cannot access others. |
| Automatic Authentication | Credentials are generated and injected per experiment — no passwords shown. |
| Temporary Sessions | Terminal sessions end when the browser tab closes. |
| No Persistent Keys | SSH/RDP keys are never stored permanently. |
6 Roadmap Features
- Direct file upload/download within the terminal
- Custom session timeout controls
- Shared multi-user terminal access
- Command history retention for reproducibility
Summary for Users
- Connect to experiment resources directly from your browser.
- Use SSH for Linux/Kubernetes resources and RDP for Windows/Android devices.
- No credentials are required — authentication is automatic.
- Sessions are isolated, secure, and temporary.
- Upcoming features will improve file transfer and collaboration.
Example Q&A
Q: How do I access my experiment’s virtual machines?
A: Go to My Experiments, expand the resource list, and click Open Terminal. SSH sessions launch directly in the browser.
Q: Do I need to install an SSH or RDP client?
A: No. All SSH and RDP access is handled by Plaza6G’s integrated web terminal.
Q: Are credentials required to log in?
A: No. Authentication is automatic and credentials are injected securely by the platform.
Q: Is terminal access secure?
A: Yes. Sessions are sandboxed, isolated, temporary, and do not expose persistent credentials.
Q: What happens if my session disconnects?
A: You can reopen it anytime from My Experiments. A new session is created instantly.
