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'''VMware Horizon Client''' for '''Windows''', '''MacOS''', '''iOS''', '''Linux''', and '''Android''' allows you to connect to virtual desktops that are customized for access to specialized licensed software.
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==Description==
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MCLA offers various services to its community to aid in computing. Through a special license agreement with Microsoft, MCLA now offers [[E-Academy| Microsoft software]] to all faculty, staff and students.
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Other offerings include a discount laptop which is provided as part of [[MCLAs Laptop Initiative]] program. Owners of this program laptop are entitled to full on-site repair services through the [[MCLA Computer HelpDesk]].
  
*1. The '''VMware Horizon Client''' can be downloaded [https://my.vmware.com/en/web/vmware/downloads/info/slug/desktop_end_user_computing/vmware_horizon_clients/horizon_8 here].
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==Information about Computing Hardware/Software==
*2. Download the installer related to your OS. '''Windows''' users should select the installer for '''Windows''' NOT '''Windows 10 UWP'''.
 
*3. Run the Installer once downloaded and click '''Agree & Install'''.
 
  
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*[[MCLAs Laptop Initiative]] - How to purchase the Laptop Initiative program laptop.
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*[[OnTheHub Software]] - Recieve Microsoft products for almost no cost.
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*[[Laptop Minimum Hardware Requirements]] - Minimum laptop requirements for MCLA students.
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*[[Core Supported Software Guidelines]] - official list of MCLA supported software.
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*[[MCLA MyLab]] - Information about MCLA's desktop virtualization service.
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*[[Dynamic Forms]] - Learn about MCLA's paperless workflow system
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*[[Microsoft Office Lens]] - Learn about this app that enables you to use your phone as a document scanner.
  
*4. Once the installation is complete click '''Restart Now'''. 
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==Computing Hardware/Software Guides==
  
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*[[Install Sophos Antivirus]]
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*[[Searching for help with Microsoft Office]]
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*[[MCLAs Laptop Initiative | Purchasing the Dell/MCLA program laptop]]
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*[[Student Laptop FAQ]]
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*[[Installing the International Keyboard in Windows XP/Vista]] - This guide will help you configure your Windows system to type Spanish accents.
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*[[Install VMware Horizon Client| VMware View ]] - Download and installation instructions for MCLA's virtualization environment.
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*[[YOURLS - MCLA's URL Shorter]]
  
*5. Once the computer restarts, double click the '''VMware Horizon Client''' desktop icon.
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==FAQ about Computing Hardware/Software==
*6. Double Click '''Add Server'''.
 
  
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*[[My computers software is completely beyond repair! How do I reformat and reinstall Windows?]]
 
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*[[My computer came bundled with a network cable, but it doesn't fit the wiring in my house.]]
*7. Enter '''mylab.mcla.edu''' as shown and click '''Connect'''.
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*[[A part of my Dell laptop broke! What do I do?]]
 
 
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*8. Enter your MyMCLA credentials (A# and password) into the login box and click '''Login'''.
 
 
 
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*9. Double click on the pool you wish to connect to (ex: Course Programs).
 
 
 
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After doubling clicking the pool the desktop should open successfully and installation should be complete.
 

Revision as of 21:18, 8 March 2021

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Description

MCLA offers various services to its community to aid in computing. Through a special license agreement with Microsoft, MCLA now offers Microsoft software to all faculty, staff and students. Other offerings include a discount laptop which is provided as part of MCLAs Laptop Initiative program. Owners of this program laptop are entitled to full on-site repair services through the MCLA Computer HelpDesk.

Information about Computing Hardware/Software

Computing Hardware/Software Guides

FAQ about Computing Hardware/Software