Difference between pages "Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)" and "Connecting your MCLA managed computer to BlazerPrint (Faculty/Staff)"

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MCLA provides remote access to software using Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD).  This service allows MCLA students, faculty and staff to access license software typically found in our computer labs 24/7, from anywhere. With the ability to access this system with just a web browser, users can have the flexibility to connect using a tablet, phone, Mac, PC, Chromebook. Users also have the ability to download a more robust Remote Desktop client that provides an optimized experience. Because the process is cloud-based, the experience is identical for all users.
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==Windows Users==
  
Here is a list of software that is currently available through the AVD service:
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Staff who have Windows PCs issued to them by MCLA will automatically have 'BlazerPrint' appear in their list of printers to print to. Select it in your list of available printers and print to it. Your print job will be held in the BlazerPrint virtual printer queue where you can release it on any BlazerPrint copier on campus.
  
*SPSS
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In the event you do not have this printer listed, please contact the MCLA Tech Help Desk at 413-662-5276.
*ArcGIS Pro
 
*Microsoft Excel
 
*MiniTab
 
*MiniTab Express
 
*RavenLite
 
*R
 
*R Studio
 
*Atom
 
*BIOVia Draw
 
*MatLab
 
*Stella Professional
 
*yEd Graph Editor
 
*Tableau Reader
 
*BehavePlus5
 
  
  
==How to Access via Web Browser==
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==Mac Users==
  
*1. Go to the following address: https://client.wvd.microsoft.com/arm/webclient/
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Mac Users need to download a program called 'PaperCut Print Deploy' to access the proper print drivers that offer all finishing options.
*2. Login with your MCLA Account (A number@mcla.edu)
 
*3. You will see icons for each course program offered. Open the program you'd like to access.
 
[[File:Avd1a.PNG]]
 
*4. The following screen will pop up asking your approval to authorize access to certain local resources.  
 
  
[[image:avd1.png]]
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*1. Ensure your Mac is connected to the on-campus MCLA network through Eduroam (preferred) or Blazernet
 
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*2. [http://papercut:9191/print-deploy/client-setup/macos.html Download the PaperCut Print Deploy Client here]
*'''Printer:''' Refers to being able to print a document within your virtual desktop to a printer that is connected to your local computer. 
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*3. Once the Print Deploy .dmg installer is fully downloaded, open it and click the .pkg file that appears
*'''Clipboard:''' Refers to copying/pasting text or images.
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*4. Follow the installer prompts to complete the installation of the Print Deploy Client
*'''File Transfer:''' Refers to allowing you to copy files from your local computer to your virtual desktop.
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*5. Open the Print Deploy client located in the top right corner of your screen. Icon looks like this: [[File:Printdeployicon.png]]
*You can check Don’t ask me again to remember these settings.
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*6. Click on 'View my printers'
 
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*7. Confirm 'BlazerPrint' is installed
*5. Enter your MCLA Account Credentials at the prompt.
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*8. Print a document to BlazerPrint then open the printer icon that shows in the dock.
[[image:Avd2.PNG|200px]]
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*9. You will see that your job will be waiting for authentication, click the reload icon on the print job
*6. Please wait while the application loads remotely. You can see its status by clicking the 'show details' option.
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*10. Enter your A number and password in the login prompt and select 'Remember this password in my keychain'
 
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*11. Once authorized the document will process through the BlazerPrint printer queue. Any future jobs will process without the need to enter your credentials until your password changes at which point you'll need to update your keychain password.
==How to Access via Remote Desktop App (Optional)==
 

Latest revision as of 01:02, 16 February 2023

Windows Users

Staff who have Windows PCs issued to them by MCLA will automatically have 'BlazerPrint' appear in their list of printers to print to. Select it in your list of available printers and print to it. Your print job will be held in the BlazerPrint virtual printer queue where you can release it on any BlazerPrint copier on campus.

In the event you do not have this printer listed, please contact the MCLA Tech Help Desk at 413-662-5276.


Mac Users

Mac Users need to download a program called 'PaperCut Print Deploy' to access the proper print drivers that offer all finishing options.

  • 1. Ensure your Mac is connected to the on-campus MCLA network through Eduroam (preferred) or Blazernet
  • 2. Download the PaperCut Print Deploy Client here
  • 3. Once the Print Deploy .dmg installer is fully downloaded, open it and click the .pkg file that appears
  • 4. Follow the installer prompts to complete the installation of the Print Deploy Client
  • 5. Open the Print Deploy client located in the top right corner of your screen. Icon looks like this: Printdeployicon.png
  • 6. Click on 'View my printers'
  • 7. Confirm 'BlazerPrint' is installed
  • 8. Print a document to BlazerPrint then open the printer icon that shows in the dock.
  • 9. You will see that your job will be waiting for authentication, click the reload icon on the print job
  • 10. Enter your A number and password in the login prompt and select 'Remember this password in my keychain'
  • 11. Once authorized the document will process through the BlazerPrint printer queue. Any future jobs will process without the need to enter your credentials until your password changes at which point you'll need to update your keychain password.