Citrix for Windows Environments

Connects a user to a graphical Windows environment, where they can access specialized Windows software for modeling and data analysis. 

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How do I connect to a Citrix Windows Virtual Machine?
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Connection Instructions

Download and install the appropriate Citrix Workspace for your personal computer: https://www.citrix.com/downloads/workspace-app/

Note: For remote access to MSI Systems, your computer must be connected to a Virtual Private Network (VPN). More information on how to use VPN can be found at http://it.umn.edu/services/all/data-network/vpn/

  1. Once MSI have granted you access to Citrix, in a web browser, navigate to apps.umn.edu.
  2. Login with your username and password:

    Citrix login
  3. After login, you will see three icons, similar to the below image. These icons are in the top center of the screen.

    Citrix Dashboard
  4. Click the desktop icon. Here you will see the MSI desktop(s) that you have been given access to. Double-click the desktop icon and your session will open.

    Citrix desktop

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