
When you are satisfied and ready to connect, counter intuitively press the red x at the top left of the window.This will redirect the printers you have installed on your local computer so you can select them when printing. If you want to print, the easiest way is to click on the "Session" icon and check the box next to "Forward printing devices".Enter the name of the Windows desktop or server you wish to connect to, e.g.Click the plus sign to create a new connection name it something memorable.The following usage instructions are included only for those with a need to connect to a specific server. Important note: Users of Remote Desktop Services (RDS) do not need to perform the configuration steps outlined below. If applicable, return to Using Remote Desktop Services on a Mac to continue setting up RDS.
After the app has installed you can find it using the Finder under Applications.
Enter the appropriate credentials (Apple ID).
Click Get next to the correct result, then Install app. In the App Store, search for Microsoft Remote Desktop using the search field at top right. (Note: If the App Store is not on your dock, you can access it in the Finder under Applications or by using the spotlight search tool.) It is especially useful for allowing people who use a Mac for their daily work to access Windows-only services such as Banner INB and Hyperion reporting. The app can be used to access apps, files, and resources that exist on another machine, or by tech support employees to troubleshoot issues on a client’s computer. Microsoft Remote Desktop is an application that allows you to connect remotely to other PCs in other locations that are turned on and connected to the Middlebury network. The default setting is to open the connection in Full Screen mode but you can untick this option if you prefer to view it in a window.See also: Remote Desktop Connection (Windows) You can normally leave these set to the default settings (native Resolution and Highest Quality colours) but if performance is too slow, you can adjust these to make the screen smaller and the colours less accurate in order to speed up the connection. to close the connection when you're in full screen mode, move the mouse cursor to the top of the screen and, from the Window menu, choose Close Connection. to open the connection, click on Windows Remote in the My desktops section to highlight it and then click Start (you may also need to click Continue if presented with a certificate warning). in the credentials section, for user name, enter ad_us\ followed by your IT username. click on Microsoft Remote Desktop in the Applications folder or the Dock. It's available as a free download from the Mac App Store and when installed:
The best way to connect to Windows Remote from a Mac is to use Microsoft Remote Desktop for Mac. 2602How can I use Windows Remote on a Mac?