
I have had some question from people, on how to access the files on their iPhone.
If you wan’t to truly mod your iPhone, you will need to know how this works.
For now, i will only post how to do this via Windows.
1) first of all download WinSCP from here.
2) Install the app like you normally do with other apps.
3) Make sure you install BSDSUBSYSTEM and OpenSSH from your installer in the category SYSTEM.
4) Activate your wireless and find out what’s your ip.
5) Start WinSCP or FUGU
6) Fill in your ip address (you found it at step 4), fill in username : root, and password: alpine (this is for everybody the same, except if you have changed it (but if you have changed then this tutorial is not for you :p)
7) After you have pressed the login button, a popup window will appear. Just click ok.

8) In this screen, you’re iPhone iPod touch is the directory on the right.
Now you can start copying files from your iPhone to your desktop and vice-versa.
I’ll take the ROMs directory as an example.
To navigate to it. Go to your root and navigate to /private/var/mobile/Media/ROMs
9) Now you can create directory’s, upload and download files from your iPhone/iPod Touch. If you don’t understand something, just put it in the comments and i’ll respond asap.
Enjoy :)
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The same principle goes, but you need FUGU for Mac.
http://rsug.itd.umich.edu/software/fugu/
greetz
I followed your step by step but it keep saying connection droped.
thanks
Elmo,
Can you send me a screenshot? multinova (at) domain above
Is it possible to connect through a cable, not wifi? I have a trouble setting the right kind of connection on my xp
Hi Egor,
Sorry to tell you but connecting via a cable with this setup is not possible.
You are running XP ? I’ll check if i can find another solution for you.
Thanks, Multinova…
Im looking forward)
Igor, i found a way to do it. I haven’t tested it but you should be able to connect to your iphone or ipod touch via usb, with the program Total commander and a plugin called T-Pot.
I think i might make a tutorial for this, let me know if that would help.
You need total commander from :
http://www.ghisler.com/
And then you need to install T-Pot fro :
http://code.google.com/p/t-pot/wiki/Installation
According to the wiki, it has some issues, but nothing you can’t fix with terminal .app .
let me know if you’de like me to make a tutorial
wat is the website I can’t find it
Multinova,
Your solution pulled off without a hitch! Thanks a lot!!
I do not whether it is the right place to ask this question, but in case somebody knows solution pls respond. I can not connect to iphone local files through T-PoT 1.1. May be the problem is because of software version 1.1.4? what I should do next?
I’m trying to use WINSCP, however, it fails to authenticate after I enter my login credentials (hostname, username and password).
I have got Bsd Subsystem, OpenSSH and Lighttpd installed on my iphone.
Am I missing something?
Please help!
iphoner,
Are you using root as username and alpine as password?
thankyou for the howto above.i used it to copy documents in wildeyes.i’m very gratefull.thankyou again multinova
with pleasure :)
How isit going!!
I am having problems with the WinSCP
I put my IP then User pass finally login, and it appears a little message
Error Server unexpectedly closed network connection
.. and it just reset the fields … :S
Helpme please ive triin to do this for a while!
Alejanrin is iphone/itouch on well is the screen lite up?? Because i had the same promlem but then i found out my itouch needs to be on!!! hopefully tht helps
Can you open the files downloaded from slsk on your ipod in the Iphone? I have used WinSCP and i have found my downloads in the directory /var/mobile/Media/downloads in WinSCP. However i can not open them on my iphone.. can someone tell me what i do wrong?
You can try to have a look at one of my latest guides : http://iphonefreakz.com/2008/05/18/docs-11-extensive-guide/
I followed exactly the instructions but it appears a warning “Connection Refused” and 2 options “Reconnect” or “OK”…I’m running fw 1.1.4 with a secured wifi. Thanks for every help.
It seems to be something ssh related. do you run bossprefs ? If you are, check if ssh is enabled
The same warning still occurs…
Actually, I have not only BossPrefs but also Net Services and Services to config all network services. SSH is always enabled.
Panda firewall ?
It must be something that is blocking your ssh access. You do have openssh installed ?
I don’t have any Firewall installed on iPhone but have OpenSSH
version 4.6P1-2.
I’m using a shared and secured wifi network. Dun know whether
the prob caused by the wifi network? I tried to connect via WinSCP
for a while.
Hi Multinova,
Phew…finally, i connect successfully…I tried to re-enable SSH many times and reboot my iPhone then change some settings in my WinSCP profile.
Thank so much for your kind help.
can i do this on a mac?
Hi MonYou,
Yes you can you have to use FUGU
http://www.versiontracker.com/dyn/moreinfo/macosx/15693
Enjoy
Whats wrong with using terminal on the phone?
Nothing :)
but it’s not easy for novice users :)
I cant connect with WinSCP, it keeps telling me that i have a connection error, and im doing everything im told
Please check you don’t have bosspreffs or another services app installed.
If you do check if SSH is enabled.
gr,
Multinova
can i conntect with a cord insted ….if so what program
Yes, please check http://iphonefreakz.com/2008/04/24/manage-your-iphone-files-via-usb-cablewindows/
When the correct form of slsk will come out?
That’s up to Ericc :)
Hey how do u chmod something i have no clue how to do that please respond via email or here is fine.
If you right click on a folder you can set permissions. Chmod is setting permissions.
for those who are having problems using WinSCP or having wifi problems with XP i suggest you try using TotalCommander 7 its like WinSCP without the wifi… it uses your gadget’s cables…
Total Commander = http://www.ghisler.com/download.htm
I have open ssh on my iphone 1.1.3. and I used in the past winscp.
Now when I try to connect with root and alpine and all the stuss mekes me the following :Error Server unexpectedly closed network connection
Please help
Please reinstall BSD Subsystem and OPENSSH if you have this problem.
If it still doesn’t work after reinstallation of both packages, try to install CYDIA, Cydia has a better version of the bsd subsystem ..
gr,
Multinova
i got to step 6 ok but winspc keeps reporting network error, connection timed out. what do i do please?
Please check if you have BSDSUBSYSTEM and OPENSSH installed.
If you have both, check if it’s not disabled with BossPrefs or another settings tool.
gr,
Multinova
I’m running version 1.1.4 and I have both BSDSUBSYSTEM and OPENSSH installed.
When I am trying to connect through FileZilla it says, error: Server Unexpectedly closed during network connection.
Does this have to do with a firewall or something? What can I do to fix it?
Hi,
Filezilla won’t work as this is a FTP program. you will need a Secure SSH(SFTP) client like WinSCP.
gr,
Multinova
Oh….yes you absolutely can use filezilla…create a new profile and change the connection method from FTP to SFTP, and specify the credentials…will work a lot better for a lot of people…
hey i have a 700 page pdf and everything you showed us step by step works but it says my pdf is too big. what should i do? going on vacation soon and want something to read. thanks
Hi Stan,
The built-in safari can’t handle big pdf files. I think you should try pdfviewer. you can find it in the bigboss repo.
gr,
Multinova
Hey dude…
I have an Iphone 1.1.4. In the beginning..i was able to Connect winSCP perfectly fine. But after a few days… When i try to connect…it tells me connection refused. So i did a Full restore on my iphone will deleted everything=.= winSCP was working again…only for a few days. It seems tt i can onli use winSCP for a few days and later on it will tell me connection refused.
Just for your info.
I put Username & Password as root & alpine
I downloaded all the neccersary files for eg. open ssh, BSD subsystem
I have no firewall activated
Please help me…without winSCP… its a waste of having emulators
Where do I put the files (PDF…etc) to be viewed by “Rubooks” on my IPhone?
How do I upload movies to my iphone? what folder am i to use?
hi multinova.
just wanted to say a BIG THANX for all the valuable info shared in this space :smile:
hi there got into the system good work,i just have one question ,Where can i find the text message sounds,where will ini look for it
:sad: Hey sorry to bother you, but i logged on WinSCP and i got through part 6. But It told me: “Network error: Connection time out.” What do i do?
Oh! never mind! it worked after a couple of trys :oops:
Hey there. I did all of what your tutorial said. I can log on WinSP and all but the problem is i try to copy onto the ipod touch side and it wont work if i add /private/var/mobile/Media/ROMs/GAMEBOY. Thats what my itouch says it needs. IT only lets me do what you said which wont work on my itouch.
Can you tell me how to put PSX Roms into my iPhone, because after i downloaded the PSX Rom game, the game is in VLC format. When i transfer it to my iPhone using WinSCP, the game is inside my iPhone but whn i play it, my iPhone actually reboots itself…..So please i really need help..http://iphonefreakz.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_neutral.gif
[...] For a tutorial on how to SSH into your phone, refer to Multinova’s previous post. [...]
i can’t seem to locate the BSDSUBSYSTEM nor Open SSH on my ipone. can you please explain to me what i am doing wrong?!
I am running 2.0.1. I installed open ssh and I just found something called unix subsystems today. Is that the same as BDU subsysems? Otherwise , I don’t see it in Cydia or Installer.
I keep getting a error time out when trying to use Winscp with these two things . I do have boss prefs and open ssh is enabled. Can someone help me out with this . Thanks
I was wondering, is it possible to upload converted videos to the ipod touch without using itunes?
I was looking around my ipod touch with “wnscp” and cannot find where the video are downloaded to. I cannot find a video folder in any of the folders, and I have clicked on every folder in the ipod. I converted a video, and put it on my ipod touch with itunes, but when I look through the directories, I cannot find it. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks! I have NES Emulator running some ROMs due to your help!
Also,
I have an iPod touch, is there a way I can put different transducer sounds with WinSCP?
Like replacing(or adding, if possible) the default alert/transducer sounds?
Where would I find the directory for these sounds in WinSCP? and where would I find sounds in the “Transducer friendly”(whatever it’s called” format on the web that I can add?
Of course, if it’s not possible to do this, disregard my post.
Thanks again. :smile:
Where do we put the bios file? In the same ROMs/GBA as the games ?
Where exactly do I copy MP3 files to via openssh?
I’ve copied a mp3 into /private/var/mobile/Media/iTunes_Control/Music or also tried the F0 directory, but the songs are not visible on the iPhone?
Thanks for any tips..
Rob.
I have the same problem , any help is appriciated :roll:
how can i ssh movie files off my iphone?
hy Multinova!Y have a problem with winscp,i can’t conect,i have tried enythyg y now and nothing,reinstall openshh,winscp it sayz network error/no rute to host.y just reeboot my pc…pls help me thnks!
I used cydia 2.1 for the iphone. Itunes does not allow me to use it because i inserted a tmobile sim card. how do i upload movies and music to the iphone now? I do have ssh working if that helps. NEED YOUR HELP.
Hey , im stuck on the 3rd ” 3) Make sure you install BSDSUBSYSTEM and OpenSSH from your installer in the category SYSTEM. ” step , in my Installer > Categories > i got only 3 apps there ” Mobile Enhancer” ; ” RiP Dev Prefere…” , ” ”
i got version 2.1 , might this mean i allready got it installed or .. what od i do ? :(
Use Cydia (not installer) to download, should have been an option when Jailbreaking to also install Cydia.
Autually, wat he needs is some sources… if you have cydia then
download installer, the installer comes with only 1 or 2 sources…
or thats the way my ipod works
*and download installer*
hey, where can I get the BSD subsystem… its not on installer or cydia. :sad:
Just to help with the new ipod update (2.1)
On Cydia, just download OpenSSH. There is no BSD subsystem, the Unix is fine. Your good to go after you download the open one! Hope this helped.
Eh, I have another question!
My roms aren’t showing up…
I’m putting them in /private/var/mobile/media/ROMs/PSX
Whats wrong D:
How do i put ROMs on NES please help
tnx for this guide it worked for me but i cannot connect my iphone to itunes in my lap top anymore….wat should i do..?and i want to upgrade my firmware to 2.1 but im afraid i cannot activate my phone any more….pls help…
hi,
I have no istaller icon so there is no bsd subsystem and I can not log on ipod touch through winspc
I bought an unlocked Iphone 3G from Hong Kong, Is there anyway of extracting the ipsw like with pwnage and then installing it on a locked iphone 3G to unlock it?
Hello,
I was wondering if any one has a clue, on how to go about decoding the iTunes file formating maze? How do you redirect the MP3 files into iTunes correctly? I have discovered how to locate and redirect video files, but no luck when it comes to music formats. Is it simple and I’m just overlooking it ,or what? Please help, I hate iTunes with a passion!
Where did you find the video files? I have looked everywhere.
-Thanks
Hello,
I was wondering if any one has a clue, on how to go about decoding the iTunes file formating maze? How do you redirect the MP3 files into iTunes correctly? I have discovered how to locate and redirect video files, but no luck when it comes to music formats. Is it simple and I’m just overlooking it ,or what? Please help, I hate iTunes with a passion!
Hello
Where I can find the images which I saved from safari on the iPod Touch?
Thanks
In “Photos” under “Saved Photos”.
JUst spotted ur thread and i wanted to drop by and say thank you! why i didint think of FtP’ing it beats me but thanks!!!!
i hear many are having timeout connections problems i foudn that by going into settins and making auto-lock never happen this problem can be solved. as i think when the ipod does that the wireless shutdown too i think.
maybe its worth adding to ur tutorial.
jack
Hi
I have down a mp3 file using SSH ( winscp push). I am able to connect to iPhone using wifi , no problem. I was able to put a picture also and i was able to view it in iphone. But when i put a mp3 file , it will not show up in the iphones at all.
Can i download the MP3 files from my desk top to iPhone ? or i Should not have done this. Can i delete this MP3 file now from iphone using SSH.
I will appricite it. I zail break this iPhone a year ago and version is 1.1.3.
Thanx
i have used SSH to connect to iphone WIFI. i have never used iTunes to connect to my iPhone ( zail broken 1.1.3). Can i use iTunes to connect to iphone. If yes what version of iTunes will work.
I have downloaded a picture and music file earlier ( using SSH ) but now i deleted.
i was wondering if you know how to upload an ipod touch like adding games. i have been on i tunes but i just dont know how
can u help me out? im stuck at step 2 because i cant find BSDsubsystem
I got al the way to the piont that i can transfer stuff to my itouch. do u have a link to the roms for the games to the emulators?
Do you know the location of the photos folder when using winSCP?
i been trying to dowload movies on mpeg-4 formatt, but my iphone don’t do it i have version 2.2.1 can you help me
Doh, mine was a little long winded, but at least you don’t get duplicates, and have the option of not using iTunes at all, which seems to be the idea of this thread. ;o)
i’m trying to transfer movie files from my iphone to my pc. i downloaded the movies using the myCinema app but i can’t seem to find where the actual files are stored.
any help is greatly appreciated
im getting an error message”error listing directoryprivate.Error changing directory to private”help i cant get into any files on the iphone to share to my computer
Hi
i use to download movies on my iphone using MyCinema which stores MP4 files on to Var/Library/Downloads. After the download complete the movies normally appears in the Download tab of this application. If it is not listing in the Download tab then the only way to watch this movie is to have it copied to my PC using WinSCP and upload using iTunes.
If i know the location where movies (uploaded via iTunes) are stored on iphone then i can create a link for the folder /Var/Library/Downloads and direct the downloaded files to stored straight on to the folder where iTune videos are stored so that it will appear on the iPod player of my iPhone.
Is my thinking make any sense. Could anyone help me whether this approach would be successful and in that case i want to know the folder location where iTune video files are stored on the iPhone.
wat is the website
What do you do after you’ve added the ROMs into the ROMs folder? like how do they get in the ipod.
ok im cool with everything ive figured it all out easy,now that its done i dont ever want to use itunes ever agian so how do i alter the settings in ssh so i can not only drag and drop the files but also use them in my iphone,ive been toying with this too long and i need to know,i want to use it like a regular usb or mp3,so i can organize my media in the ssh,i love the iphone but HATE ITUNES!! thats why i jailbroke it so i can use third party,which is better than apple!
how to install my application in my ipod …
heey
am trying to upload pdf files on to my iphone !! can anyone tell me the steps
cause my way is not working
I have the iphone 3gs and I can not find the bsdsubsystem to install from cydia to my phone. 3.0 software…thanks