Defining FTP Distribution Nodes

To access the FTP distribution node page, select FTP from the Protocol List.

This example illustrates the fields and controls on the Report Node Definition—FTP page. You can find definitions for the fields and controls later on this page.

Field or Control	Description
Home Directory	Enter the directory that is specified during the installation of PeopleSoft Pure Internet Architecture as the Report Repository. Note: The FTP user ID must have write-access to this directory.
FTP Address	Enter the machine name or TCP/IP information for the Report Repository.
Login ID, and Password	Specify the FTP user ID and password.
SSL Mode	Specify the SSL mode. The SSL mode is Explicit for FTP mode of transfer and it cannot be changed. This can be changed for other modes like FTPS and SFTP.
(Optional) Connection Properties	Specify the connection property name and property value for FTP transfer. You must set the connection properties to configure the security modes such as, Active mode or Extended Passive mode of file transfer.
Password Encryption	Generate an encrypted password. In the Password field, enter a password In the Confirm Password field, enter the password again Click the Encrypt button. The encrypted password displays in the Encrypted Password field. From the Encrypted Password field, cut the encrypted password and paste it into the appropriate location.