#VMWARE VDI SOFTWARE#
If you would like to determine your eligibility to access software not included on this list, please contact the IT Service Desk. OHIO has a large number of VDI software applications available to faculty, staff, and students. When using remote desktops or applications the selected folder will now display as a location available for saving and opening files.
#VMWARE VDI UPDATE#
To update the sharing settings on Windows: To save or access files on your local computer you will need to configure the sharing settings in the VMware Horizon client desktop app. Saving and accessing files on your local machine
If you must use Outlook, please change the settings to run in non-cached mode. Depending on the size of your inbox, this can be a problem if Outlook needs to transfer a large amount of data to your virtual desktop every time you log on. If you need to check your email while using a virtual desktop, we recommend using Outlook Web Access rather than Outlook.īy default, Microsoft Outlook downloads a copy of all emails to the computer it's installed on (in this case, to your virtual desktop). If you have difficulty printing non-secure documents, contact the IT Service Desk for assistance.
#VMWARE VDI MAC#
MacOS users will need to set printing preferences to connect to network printers that are already installed on the Mac computer. Users who access secure data via VDI will likely be unable to print this information as a security precaution. Printing permissions vary based on pools/user groups. The VDI VMWare Horizon Client desktop application will typically recognize any printer connected to your device and allow printing to your local printer. You can log off and disconnect in two ways:įrom the menu bar select Options > Disconnect and Log Off Note: Disconnecting from VDI without logging off may create connect issues that prevent log-in the next time you attempt to access VDI. Any open applications will be closed and your work may not be saved. After 15 minutes you will be automatically logged off. If you disconnect from a remote desktop without logging off, applications in the remote desktop might remain open which consumes additional resources that may not be used. It is recommended that you log off to exit the remote desktop. Note that in most cases, it is not necessary or beneficial to use a Virtual Private Network (VPN) to connect to VDI. To access VDI, follow the directions on the Virtual Desktops (VDI): VMware Horizon page. Performing common tasks on VDI Accessing VDI
Saving and accessing files on your local machine.Exiting the VMware Horizon (VDI) desktop.
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