Note: Do not save your documents locally on the remote desktop (desktop, drives C: and D:). User profiles and all locally stored data are deleted at the latest 10 days after the last use (or earlier if necessary).
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Download of the Client
The RDC Client (Remote Desktop Connection Client) for macOS is needed to use the remote desktop. The client can be downloaded free of charge at the App Store. Open the client after the download. The „Microsoft Remote Desktop“ can be found in your applications folder.
To access one of your local folders on the Remote Desktop, go to the Folders tab and check the Redirect Folders box. Click the plus sign to share a local folder.
The shared folder appears in the list. You can now add more folders if needed or delete previously added folders. When you have selected all required folder, you can exit the configuration menu by pressing the “Add” button. Your changes will be saved automatically.
You may be asked to fill in your user credentials again. Enter the following information:
User name: Your university ID
Password: Your university password
Confirm your entries with "OK".
10. Established Connection and Log Off
You are now seccessfully connected to the remote desktop and can use the installed programs.
To end the connection, please press the “Abmelden” (Sign Out) shortcut found on the desktop.