Overview
Remote Desktop Connection (RDP) is a utility that allows off-campus users to securely access their on-campus workstations. It enables faculty and staff to use specialized software, access internal drives, and work with files and folders that may not be available through standard cloud services. This service is available to all faculty and staff but must be requested through the Technology Resource Center (TRC).
Instructions on how to use Remote Desktop Connection
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Step 1: Log into your SMSU issued device and connect to the VPN. For instructions on how to connect to the VPN please click here.
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Step 2: Open Remote Desktop on your computer. You can do this by searching "Remote Desktop Connection" in the windows search bar and clicking on it.
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Step 3: Type the name of the computer you want to remote into and if prompted type in your username using the format "smsu\starID" (e.g. smsu\ab1234cd) and hit connect
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Step 4: After hitting connect you will be prompted to type in a password. Please type in the password associated with your StarID.
If you would like to be remembered on the device you are using you may also select "Remember me".
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Step 5: After typing in your password you should have access to your desktop and all the materials that are in it.
Instructions on setting up RDP with multiple displays
NOTE: Please make sure you are closed out of any open RDP sessions.
- Open Remote Desktop Connection and enter the name of the computer you want to remote into
- Click on Show Options
- Click on Display
- Check the box in front of use all my monitors for the remote session and make sure you drag the slider all the way to the right.
- Click on Connect