WS_FTP, an application for Windows computers, is a method of transferring files between computers over the Internet. The use of WS_FTP normally requires a special configuration by the system administrator(s) and the installation of VPN Client software. These instructions are provided for those staff members whom have already installed VPN Client on their personal computer. Contact the Technology Services Helpdesk if you require additional information on the use of VPN Client software and WS_FTP.

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Start Ws_FTP

  1. Locate the program: Start - Programs - Internet Tools - WS_FTP
  2. The Session Properties window will open
  3. In the General tab, enter the following:
    • In the Host Name/Address field type:
      • For access to campus or class share type: curtis.lawrence.edu
      • For access to the Lawrence web type: intweb.lawrence.edu
      • For access to network space: elda.lawrence.edu
    • Under Host Type select: automatic detect
    • In the User ID field type: your LU Network Username
    • In the Password field type: your LU Network Password
  4. Move to the Startup tab
  5. In the Initial Remote Site Folder enter the following:
    • To access personal web space enter:
      • Faculty/Staff: fast/username
      • Students: stu/username
    • To access department web files enter: dept/department_name (no spaces)
    • To access student organization web files enter: sorg/student_organization_name (no spaces)
  6. In the Initial Local Directory field, type the name of the starting directory for the Local PC, wherever you have stored the files you want to transfer. For example, if you are a student and want to upload files from your network space, type in x:\username
  7. Click OK

Transfer a File (Upload/Download)

The WS_FTP window: The Local System on left side allows you to choose the file you wish to transfer to the web. Double-Click on the correct drive and navigate to your file. Click on the file to select it and then click the right-pointing arrow button to publish the file to your website.

Changing your local directory (left side of the screen)

Use the ChgDir button to type the name of the directory you want or in the list box, double-click on the directory you want.

Changing your remote directory (right side of the screen)

Use the ChgDir button to type the name of the directory you want or in the list box, double-click on the directory you want.

Transfer a file

  1. Click on the name of the file you want to transfer

  2. Click on either the ASCII (text, including HTML documents) or Binary (graphic files) button to select file format

  3. Click on the right arrow to Send (upload) a file

  4. Click on the left arrow to Retrieve (download) a file

Stop a Transfer

If you need to stop the transfer (either during uploading or downloading), press the Cancel button.

Get Help

Click on the Help button at the bottom of the window

Exit WS_FTP

  1. Click on the Close button at the bottom of the window.
  2. Click on the Exit button at the bottom of the window.