# SSH

SSH access is available for compute rentals. This feature supports all backends (CUDA, Metal, ROCM, and Vulkan), providing direct SSH connectivity to GPU machines.

**Activating SSH Access**

1. **Select SSH Options:**
   * Upon initiating your rental, choose the SSH tab.
2. **Receive Login Details:**
   * Post provisioning, the following details are available:
     * **SSH Host**: Address to connect.
     * **Username & Private Key**: Credentials for access. (Download this key as it will not be shown again after the initial display of it).
3. **Connecting via SSH:**
   * Use the provided host address and credentials to establish the SSH connection.\
     You can also use it in the Web Terminal by clicking the button "Open in Web Terminal"

**Key Features**

* **Direct Machine Access**: Provides real-time command line access.
* **Secure Tunnel**: SSH sessions are secure and encrypted.
* **Operational Flexibility**: Allows operational adjustments and in-depth system control.

#### Note

Ensure SSH access adheres to the network restrictions and use cases permitted by the w\.ai environment.