🧾 Description
This article provides step-by-step instructions for configuring FTP access on Datalogic Skorpio X4 devices running either Windows CE or Android OS. FTP allows for easy file transfers between the device and a PC over a network connection.
🛠️ Resolution Steps
Windows CE Setup
Prerequisites
- Device must be connected to the network via Wi-Fi or Ethernet dock.
- You must know the IP address of the device.
- An FTP client must be installed on your PC (e.g., FileZilla).
Steps on the Device
Tap Start Menu > Run.
- Type cmd and press Enter.
- At the > prompt, type:
- services start ftp0:
- Press Enter. If successful, the prompt will return without an error.
⚠️ Security Note: FTP services will remain active until manually stopped or the device is cold booted. Leaving FTP running can expose the device to unauthorized access.
Steps on the PC
- Open your FTP client.
- Enter the following connection details:
- Host/Server: IP address of the Skorpio X4
- Username: anonymous
- Password: password
- Port: 21
- Click Connect. You should now be able to transfer files.
Stopping FTP Services
- On the device, go to Start Menu > Run, type cmd, and press Enter.
- At the prompt, type:
- services stop ftp0:
Press Enter to stop the FTP service.
Android OS Setup
Prerequisites
- Device must be connected to the network via Wi-Fi or Ethernet dock.
- Install APKPure to access third-party apps.
- Install an FTP Server app from APKPure.
- An FTP client must be installed on your PC.
Steps on the Device
- Open a browser and search for APKPure.
- Download and install the APKPure app.
- In APKPure, search for and install FTP Server.
- Launch the FTP Server app. It will display:
- IP address
- Port (usually 2221)
- Login credentials (often blank by default)
Steps on the PC
- Open your FTP client.
- Enter the following connection details:
- Host/Server: IP address of the Skorpio X4
- Username: (leave blank)
- Password: (leave blank)
- Port: 2221
Click Connect. You should now be able to transfer files.
Additional Notes
- Always disconnect from the FTP session when finished.
- Consider disabling FTP services when not in use to enhance security.
- For enterprise environments, use secure alternatives like SFTP if supported.