Once logged in, you are at the root prompt ( ~ # ). EmuELEC is not a standard Linux file system; it is a squashfs/overlay system. Here are the directories that matter:
Open the terminal application. Type exactly: emuelec ssh
You do not need FTP. Use SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol) for secure transfers. Once logged in, you are at the root prompt ( ~ # )
Hit enter, accept the key, and type your password. Type exactly: You do not need FTP
Since the default password emuelec is public knowledge, it’s a good idea to change it—especially if your device is on a shared network. Simply type passwd into the SSH terminal and follow the prompts to set a new, secure password.
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