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5.2 SSH connection failed

Typical symptoms

When adding a device under Device manager, you may see timeout, bad password, or connection refused—before changing system settings, verify Host/IP, networking, and credentials in this order.

Quick mapping

UI hintCheck first
Connection timeoutPowered on? Correct Host/IP? PC and device on reachable networks?
Bad passwordUsername/password correct? Official RDK images often use root/root
Connection refusedRemote login (sshd) may not be running
Broken after reflashingStale saved device entries—clear and reconnect

Checklist

  1. Host / IP — Enter the device’s IP or hostname, not the PC’s.
  2. Network — Host and studio must reach each other. Type-C issues: 5.3 Type-C direct failed. Wi‑Fi issues: 5.7 Wi-Fi connection failed.
  3. Account — Official images commonly root/root; follow your image notes if passwords changed.
  4. Remote login — If boot is broken, use serial first and enable SSH.
  5. Stale profiles — After reflash, remove old saved connections and add fresh.

Common addresses

HookupTypical addressHow to verify
Type-C direct192.168.128.10Complete the Type-C add flow first
EthernetPer image docsScreen, docs, or serial log
Wi‑Fi / DHCPFrom routerRouter admin UI, OS network UI, or serial

Follow-up

  • Pin static IPs for rigs you use often.
  • After add succeeds, confirm Device manager moves from pending verify to online.
  • If it still fails, paste the UI message plus Host/IP to Moss for guided triage.