Procedure

Perform the following steps to add SSH keys to a DB system using the OCI Console:

1. On the DB Systems list page, select the DB system that you want to work with. If you need help finding the list page or the DB system, see List the DB Systems.
2. On the DB system details page, from the Actions menu, select Add SSH keys.
3. In the Add SSH keys panel, enter the following details:
   • SSH keys: Add the public key portion of each key pair you want to use for SSH access. Select one of the following options:
     • Generate SSH key pair: Use this option to create a new SSH key pair. Select both Save private key and Save public key when using this option. The private key is downloaded to your local system and must be stored in a safe location. You cannot download another copy of the private key generated during this operation after completing the operation.
     • Upload SSH key files: Select this option to browse or drag and drop your existing public key (.pub) files.
     • Paste SSH keys: Select this option to paste in individual public keys. To paste multiple keys, select + Another SSH key and supply a single key for each entry.
4. Select Save.