
You also want to make sure you install the Microsoft Remote Desktop client on your Mac. Open the System Properties and click the “Remote” tab, then make sure “Allow remote connections to this computer” is enabled. To connect to a Windows PC, you must first turn on remote connections. OS X and Windows have this ability built right into them, meaning you can easily share your Mac’s screen with Windows PCs, and vice versa.Ĭonnecting to Windows PC Clients from a Mac When you are finished using the remote computer, go to the Windows start menu of the remote computer, click or tap the power icon then select Disconnect.Sharing your screen remotely is a convenient way to access another computer as if you’re sitting in front of it. When you need to connect again, launch Microsoft Remote Desktop from your computer and follow steps 6 to 8. You have successfully connected to the remote computer lab. Enter your Marquette password and click Continue.It does not mean there is only one computer left in this remote lab.ĭouble-click the Windows 10 Desktop icon. Note: The single computer icon pictured below represents multiple computers. Be sure to note which Marquette college you are part of (e.g., Arts and Sciences, Business Administration). If you receive an error message stating resources have not been set up for you, contact the IT Services Help Desk.

Your college's remote computer lab screen appears.

From your D2L course site, identify the web address for connecting to remote computers via desktop application.

From the Applications folder, open Microsoft Remote Desktop.Set up Microsoft Remote Desktop for macOS Click or tap the Get button from the Mac App Store's Microsoft Remote Desktop page to download and install. Microsoft Remote Desktop for macOS is a free application. Connecting via web browser uses a different web address. ( Learn more about D2L.) Be sure to use the web address for connecting to remote computers via desktop application. If you need to use a remote computer lab, your instructor will list web addresses on your D2L course site. MacOS: Connect to Remote Computers via Microsoft Remote Desktop
