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To transfer data using this method, you will first need to connect to your MinION Mk1C using SSH or via the Terminal.
For instructions, see the (Advanced) connecting by the command-line section of this user manual.
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Filezilla - A multi-operating system (OS) compatible software for data transfer
You can use software like Filezilla, which enables data transfer for mounted hard drives on Linux, Windows, and macOS. It may also transfer using the SFTP protocol which is available whenever an SSH connection can be established.
Filezilla can be downloaded for various OS to enable data transfer from your MinION Mk1C.
The following default options can be entered:
Host – device ID or IP address (e.g. MC-111414)
Username – minit
Password – minit
Port – 22If it is your first time connecting, you will be asked to confirm the authenticity of the host. Check the box to Always trust this host, add this key to the cache and click OK to continue:
If the SFTP connection is successfully established, you will see the Mk1C file directory shown on the right-hand side of the UI. Please note that Filezilla defaults to the home directory (
/home/minit
):You can navigate to the /data directory by entering
/data
into the Remote site field and clicking Enter: