Connecting to VMware Horizon for SEPT Labs/Software - Revision history

Btechts: Comment out sections on collaboration and remote applications which are not currently supported

2026-01-12T15:40:30Z

Comment out sections on collaboration and remote applications which are not currently supported

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	# The client may prompt about sharing removable storage and local files		# The client may prompt about sharing removable storage and local files
	# Connect required USB devices for Lab Experiments using the toolbar<br>[[File:Selecting a USB device.png\|648x648px]]		# Connect required USB devices for Lab Experiments using the toolbar<br>[[File:Selecting a USB device.png\|648x648px]]
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	=== Accessing Remote Applications: ===		=== Accessing Remote Applications: ===
	In some cases, it is better to access individual applications remotely instead of the entire computer. To obtain direct access to these applications they must be assigned to you before accessing them. Upon login, to the respective server (ETB or MARC) you will see any available applications on the dashboard.<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic14.png]]		In some cases, it is better to access individual applications remotely instead of the entire computer. To obtain direct access to these applications they must be assigned to you before accessing them. Upon login, to the respective server (ETB or MARC) you will see any available applications on the dashboard.<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic14.png]]
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	# To join a user's VDI session, open the VMware Horizon Client and login to the appropriate building where the host has started a session (ETB or MARC). If you have not yet added the server, see [https://servicedesk.sept.mcmaster.ca/kb/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=1572887#ConnectingtoVMwareHorizonforSEPTLabs/Software-SetupServerAddress Setup Server Address].<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic22.png]]		# To join a user's VDI session, open the VMware Horizon Client and login to the appropriate building where the host has started a session (ETB or MARC). If you have not yet added the server, see [https://servicedesk.sept.mcmaster.ca/kb/pages/viewpage.action?pageId=1572887#ConnectingtoVMwareHorizonforSEPTLabs/Software-SetupServerAddress Setup Server Address].<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic22.png]]
	# Once you are logged in to the building, any sessions you have been invited to should appear in the list of available labs. Double click on the collaboration session to join.<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic23.png]]		# Once you are logged in to the building, any sessions you have been invited to should appear in the list of available labs. Double click on the collaboration session to join.<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic23.png]]
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	=== Common Issues: ===		=== Common Issues: ===

Btechts at 22:33, 9 January 2026

2026-01-09T22:33:54Z

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	<blockquote>'''Note''' that this setup requires your machine to be restarted. Please '''SAVE and CLOSE''' all programs before starting the setup. To connect to these servers, a '''[https://uts.mcmaster.ca/services/computers-printers-and-software/virtual-private-networking/ VPN]''' connection is required ~~at all times~~. <br/><br/>For '''ALL''' issues please contact btechts@mcmaster.ca or create a ticket at [https://servicedesk.sept.mcmaster.ca SEPT Service Desk]</blockquote>		<blockquote>'''Note''' that this setup requires your machine to be restarted. Please '''SAVE and CLOSE''' all programs before starting the setup. To connect to these servers off-campus, a '''[https://uts.mcmaster.ca/services/computers-printers-and-software/virtual-private-networking/ VPN]''' connection is required. <br/><br/>For '''ALL''' issues please contact btechts@mcmaster.ca or create a ticket at [https://servicedesk.sept.mcmaster.ca SEPT Service Desk]</blockquote>

	=== Download and setup VMware ===		=== Download and setup VMware ===
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	## If your lab is the '''GRAD''' open labs, you will find it in the '''''ETB LABS''''' connection. This includes the VDI.		## If your lab is the '''GRAD''' open labs, you will find it in the '''''ETB LABS''''' connection. This includes the VDI.
	# Enter your MacID and password<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic10.png]]		# Enter your MacID and password<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic10.png]]
	# Select the appropriate LAB or desktop application<br>[[File:~~VMWare~~ Horizon ~~Client pic11~~.png]]		# Select the appropriate LAB or desktop application by clicking on it. When selected a green box will appear around the tile. <br>[[File:VMware Horizon Highlighted Tile.png\|588x588px]]
			# Right click the tile, or click the 3 dots in bottom-right corner to pull up an options menu and double check that "VMware Blast" is selected (has a black dot next to the text). If it is not selected, click on the text to select it. <br>[[File:VMware Blast selected.png\|439x439px]]
			# Launch a machine by either pressing enter, double-clicking the tile, or selecting "Launch" from the options menu.
	# Wait for the connection to load<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic12.png]]		# Wait for the connection to load<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic12.png]]
	# Connect required USB devices for Lab Experiments<br>[[File:~~VMWare Horizon Client pic13~~.png]]		# The client may prompt about sharing removable storage and local files
			# Connect required USB devices for Lab Experiments using the toolbar<br>[[File:Selecting a USB device.png\|648x648px]]

	=== Accessing Remote Applications: ===		=== Accessing Remote Applications: ===

Boerj2 at 16:38, 7 February 2025

2025-02-07T16:38:52Z

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	<blockquote>'''Note''' that this setup requires your machine to be restarted. Please '''SAVE and CLOSE''' all programs before starting the setup. To connect to these servers, a '''[https://uts.mcmaster.ca/services/computers-printers-and-software/virtual-private-networking/ VPN]''' connection is required at all times.		<blockquote>'''Note''' that this setup requires your machine to be restarted. Please '''SAVE and CLOSE''' all programs before starting the setup. To connect to these servers, a '''[https://uts.mcmaster.ca/services/computers-printers-and-software/virtual-private-networking/ VPN]''' connection is required at all times. <br/><br/>For '''ALL''' issues please contact btechts@mcmaster.ca or create a ticket at [https://servicedesk.sept.mcmaster.ca SEPT Service Desk]</blockquote>

	For ~~ACCESS DENIED~~ issues please contact btechts@mcmaster.ca</blockquote>

	=== Download and setup VMware ===		=== Download and setup VMware ===

Boerj2 at 13:48, 31 January 2025

2025-01-31T13:48:14Z

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	<blockquote>'''Note''' that this setup requires your machine to be restarted. Please '''SAVE and CLOSE''' all programs before starting the setup. To connect to these servers, a '''[https://uts.mcmaster.ca/services/computers-printers-and-software/virtual-private-networking/ VPN]''' connection is required at all times.</blockquote>		<blockquote>'''Note''' that this setup requires your machine to be restarted. Please '''SAVE and CLOSE''' all programs before starting the setup. To connect to these servers, a '''[https://uts.mcmaster.ca/services/computers-printers-and-software/virtual-private-networking/ VPN]''' connection is required at all times.

			For ACCESS DENIED issues please contact btechts@mcmaster.ca</blockquote>

	=== Download and setup VMware ===		=== Download and setup VMware ===

Admin boerj2: /* The Connection Server Authentication Failed due to a certificate error */

2024-09-20T16:26:43Z

The Connection Server Authentication Failed due to a certificate error

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	When connecting to a VDI session you only have 1 monitor. This will cause the client to take over all monitors you have available in full screen. To use the Horizon Client on only a single monitor, right-click on the lab you wish to join and under “Display” select either “Fullscreen” or “Window – Large”<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic25.png]]		When connecting to a VDI session you only have 1 monitor. This will cause the client to take over all monitors you have available in full screen. To use the Horizon Client on only a single monitor, right-click on the lab you wish to join and under “Display” select either “Fullscreen” or “Window – Large”<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic25.png]]

	===== The Connection Server Authentication Failed due to a certificate error =====		==== The Connection Server Authentication Failed due to a certificate error ====
	[[File:VMware Certificate Issue.jpg]]		[[File:VMware Certificate Issue.jpg]]

	See: [[VMWare Horizon Certificate error]]		See: [[VMWare Horizon Certificate error]]

Admin boerj2 at 15:26, 20 September 2024

2024-09-20T15:26:28Z

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	## If your lab is in ETB, enter “[http://etblabs.sept.mcmaster.ca/ etblabs.sept.mcmaster.ca]” and click “Connect”<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic7.png]]		## If your lab is in ETB, enter “[http://etblabs.sept.mcmaster.ca/ etblabs.sept.mcmaster.ca]” and click “Connect”<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic7.png]]
	## If your lab is in MARC, enter “[http://marclabs.sept.mcmaster.ca/ marclabs.sept.mcmaster.ca]” and click “Connect”<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic8.png]]		## If your lab is in MARC, enter “[http://marclabs.sept.mcmaster.ca/ marclabs.sept.mcmaster.ca]” and click “Connect”<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic8.png]]
	## If your lab is the GRAD open labs, ~~enter "vdi~~.~~sept~~.~~mcmaster.ca" and click "Connect"<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic9.png]]~~		## If your lab is the '''GRAD''' open labs, you will find it in the '''''ETB LABS''''' connection. This includes the VDI.
	# Enter your MacID and password<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic10.png]]		# Enter your MacID and password<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic10.png]]
	# Select the appropriate LAB or desktop application<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic11.png]]		# Select the appropriate LAB or desktop application<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic11.png]]

Admin boerj2: /* Download and setup VMware */

2024-09-20T15:24:59Z

Download and setup VMware

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	=== Download and setup VMware ===		=== Download and setup VMware ===

	# Download the VMWare Horizon Client (At least V8 2309, suggested V8):<br>[https://customerconnect.~~vmware~~.com/en/~~downloads~~/~~details?downloadGroup=CART24FQ3_WIN_2309&productId=1027&rPId=71992 Windows~~ Horizon ~~Client~~]<br>[https://~~customerconnect~~.~~vmware~~.com/en/~~downloads~~/~~details?downloadGroup=CART24FQ3_MAC_2309&productId=1027&rPId=71993 OSx~~ Horizon Client]<br>[https://~~customerconnect~~.~~vmware~~.com/en/~~downloads~~/~~info/slug/desktop_end_user_computing/vmware_horizon_clients/horizon_8 Other Devices~~]		# Download the VMWare Horizon Client (At least V8 2309, suggested latest V8):<br>[https://customerconnect.omnissa.com/downloads/info/slug/desktop_end_user_computing/vmware_horizon_clients/horizon_8 All Devices - Horizon Clients]<br/>[https://download3.omnissa.com/software/CART25FQ2_WIN_2406/VMware-Horizon-Client-2406-8.13.0-9986028157.exe Windows Client]<br/>[https://download3.omnissa.com/software/CART25FQ2_MAC_2406/VMware-Horizon-Client-2406-8.13.0-10025792799.dmg OSx Horizon Client]
	# Install the VMWare Horizon Client from your downloads<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client.png]]		# Install the VMWare Horizon Client from your downloads<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client.png]]
	# Accept Windows UAC by clicking on “Yes”<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic2.png]]		# Accept Windows UAC by clicking on “Yes”<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic2.png]]

Xu518: VPN link updated

2024-03-06T19:19:17Z

VPN link updated

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	<blockquote>'''Note''' that this setup requires your machine to be restarted. Please '''SAVE and CLOSE''' all programs before starting the setup. To connect to these servers, a '''[https://uts.mcmaster.ca/services/computers-printers-and-software/virtual-private-~~networks-vpn~~/ VPN]''' connection is required at all times.</blockquote>		<blockquote>'''Note''' that this setup requires your machine to be restarted. Please '''SAVE and CLOSE''' all programs before starting the setup. To connect to these servers, a '''[https://uts.mcmaster.ca/services/computers-printers-and-software/virtual-private-networking/ VPN]''' connection is required at all times.</blockquote>

	=== Download and setup VMware ===		=== Download and setup VMware ===

Boerj2: /* Common Issues: */

2023-10-27T15:46:43Z

Common Issues:

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	=== Common Issues: ===		=== Common Issues: ===

	# Server unavailable - Failed to respond~~<br>~~[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic24.png]]<br>Check that you are connected to the VPN when you add or try and connect to the server. ([https://uts.mcmaster.ca/services/computers-printers-and-software/virtual-private-networking-students/ McMaster Student VPN])		===== Server unavailable - Failed to respond =====
	# When the VMware Horizon Client is first installed, it will default to selecting all “All Monitors” ~~when~~ connecting to a VDI session. This will cause the client to take over all monitors you have available in full screen. To use the Horizon Client on only a single monitor, right-click on the lab you wish to join and under “Display” select either “Fullscreen” or “Window – Large”<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic25.png]]		[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic24.png]]<br>Check that you are connected to the VPN when you add or try and connect to the server. ([https://uts.mcmaster.ca/services/computers-printers-and-software/virtual-private-networking-students/ McMaster Student VPN])

			===== When the VMware Horizon Client is first installed, it will default to selecting all “All Monitors” =====
			When connecting to a VDI session you only have 1 monitor. This will cause the client to take over all monitors you have available in full screen. To use the Horizon Client on only a single monitor, right-click on the lab you wish to join and under “Display” select either “Fullscreen” or “Window – Large”<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic25.png]]

			===== The Connection Server Authentication Failed due to a certificate error =====
			[[File:VMware Certificate Issue.jpg]]

			See: [[VMWare Horizon Certificate error]]

Boerj2: updated links to new client

2023-10-27T14:42:13Z

updated links to new client

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	=== Download and setup VMware ===		=== Download and setup VMware ===

	# Download the VMWare Horizon Client (At least ~~V5.5~~, suggested V8):<br>[https://customerconnect.vmware.com/en/downloads/details?downloadGroup=~~CART22FQ2_WIN_2106~~&productId=1027&rPId=71992 Windows Horizon Client]<br>[https://customerconnect.vmware.com/en/downloads/details?downloadGroup=~~CART22FQ2_MAC_2106~~&productId=1027&rPId=71993 OSx Horizon Client]<br>[https://customerconnect.vmware.com/en/downloads/info/slug/desktop_end_user_computing/vmware_horizon_clients/horizon_8 Other Devices]		# Download the VMWare Horizon Client (At least V8 2309, suggested V8):<br>[https://customerconnect.vmware.com/en/downloads/details?downloadGroup=CART24FQ3_WIN_2309&productId=1027&rPId=71992 Windows Horizon Client]<br>[https://customerconnect.vmware.com/en/downloads/details?downloadGroup=CART24FQ3_MAC_2309&productId=1027&rPId=71993 OSx Horizon Client]<br>[https://customerconnect.vmware.com/en/downloads/info/slug/desktop_end_user_computing/vmware_horizon_clients/horizon_8 Other Devices]
	# Install the VMWare Horizon Client from your downloads<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client.png]]		# Install the VMWare Horizon Client from your downloads<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client.png]]
	# Accept Windows UAC by clicking on “Yes”<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic2.png]]		# Accept Windows UAC by clicking on “Yes”<br>[[File:VMWare Horizon Client pic2.png]]