Parallel SSH Manager

A modern, cross-platform GUI application for managing multiple SSH connections simultaneously. This tool provides an easy-to-use interface for executing commands on multiple servers in parallel, making server administration tasks more efficient.

Features

Core Capabilities

• Cross-Platform Server Support: Execute commands on both Linux and Windows servers
• Automatic OS Detection: Automatically detects OS type (Linux, Windows, macOS) and shell type (bash, zsh, PowerShell, cmd)
• Parallel Execution: Run commands on multiple servers simultaneously
• Dual Authentication: Support for both password and SSH key-based authentication
• Real-time Output: Live command output display with color-coded status indicators
• Command Templates: Pre-built templates for common Windows and Linux commands

User Interface

• Tabbed Interface: Organize servers into different groups/environments
• Server Information Display: See OS and shell type for each connected server
• Quick Templates: Dropdown menu with ready-to-use commands for both platforms
• Monospace Output: Clear, readable command output in terminal-style font
• Multi-Selection: Execute commands on one or many servers at once

Platform Support

• Client: Runs on Windows, macOS, and Linux
• Servers: Connect to Linux, Windows (with OpenSSH), and macOS servers

Modern UI (v2.0)

• 🎨 Beautiful Dark Theme: Catppuccin-inspired color scheme
• 🎯 Simplified Server Addition: Just IP, username, and password
• ✨ Visual Feedback: Color-coded buttons, hover effects, status indicators
• 🖥️ Polished Interface: Rounded corners, smooth transitions, emoji icons
• 📱 Responsive Design: Resizable panels, larger touch targets

Installation

1. Make sure you have Python 3.8 or later installed.
2. Clone this repository:

   git clone <repository-url>
   cd parallel-ssh-manager

3. Install the required dependencies:

   pip install -r requirements.txt

Usage

Quick Start

1. Run the application:

   source venv/bin/activate  # Activate virtual environment
   python main.py

2. Add a server (Super Simple!):

   • Click "➕ Add Server" button
   • Enter just 3 things:
     • IP Address (e.g., 192.168.1.100)
     • Username (e.g., admin)
     • Password
   • Click "✓ Connect"
   • The app automatically detects OS and shell type!

3. Execute commands:

   • Select one or more servers from the list
   • Choose a template from the dropdown OR type a custom command
   • Click "Execute on Selected" or press Enter
   • View results in the output area

Command Templates

The application includes ready-to-use templates for:

• Linux: System info, disk usage, processes, network, packages
• Windows: System info, tasks, network config, services
• PowerShell: Advanced Windows management commands

Setting up Windows Servers

To enable SSH on Windows Server:

# Install OpenSSH Server
Add-WindowsCapability -Online -Name OpenSSH.Server~~~~0.0.1.0

# Start and enable SSH service
Start-Service sshd
Set-Service -Name sshd -StartupType 'Automatic'

# Configure firewall
New-NetFirewallRule -Name sshd -DisplayName 'OpenSSH Server' -Enabled True -Direction Inbound -Protocol TCP -Action Allow -LocalPort 22

Example Use Cases

Health Check Across All Servers:

1. Select all servers
2. Use template "Linux: Disk Usage" → df -h
3. Check memory with "Linux: Memory Info" → free -h

Windows Server Management:

1. Select Windows servers
2. Use "PowerShell: Services" → Get-Service
3. Or "Windows: Running Processes" → tasklist

Mixed Environment:

• The app automatically adjusts command execution based on detected OS
• Select servers of the same type for OS-specific commands

Documentation

• VISUAL_GUIDE.md: Complete visual guide showing the new modern UI
• USAGE_GUIDE.md: Comprehensive guide with examples and best practices
• QUICK_START.md: Get started in 2 minutes

Keyboard Shortcuts

• Enter: Execute command (when in command input field)

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! Please feel free to submit a Pull Request.