[BUG] SSH option not available in Claude Code Desktop when using external API provider

Description

When using Claude Code in Claude Desktop with an external API provider, the SSH connection option is not available. Only the "Local" mode is shown. The SSH option only appears when logged in with an Anthropic account.

Steps to Reproduce

1. Configure and log in using an external API provider instead of an Anthropic account
2. Open Claude Desktop and switch to Claude Code mode
3. Observe the connection options — only "Local" is available, no "SSH" option

Expected Behavior

The SSH option should be available when using an external API provider.

Actual Behavior

The SSH option is hidden/unavailable when using an external API provider.

Question

Is this an intentional restriction, or an implementation gap? If intentional, it would be helpful to document which Desktop features require an Anthropic account.

Environment

• Platform: macOS
• Claude Code Desktop version: 1.5354.0 (9a9e3d) 2026-04-29T01:14:34.000Z