Mustang V Labs: macOS to Windows Instructions

Overview

This article explains how to use Mustang V‑Labs to connect from a Mac computer to an SMSU Windows lab computer using the Windows App.

Before You Begin

You will need:

• Your StarID username and password
  • Username format: smsu.edu\YourStarID
    (example: smsu.edu\ab1234cd)
• A Mac running macOS
• Internet access
• The Windows App installed

Important

• Always save your files to OneDrive or email them to yourself.
• Files saved directly on lab computers are automatically deleted.
• Always log off the remote computer when you are finished.

Step 1: Install the Windows App (New Users Only)

1. Open the App Store on your Mac.
2. Search for Windows App.
3. Download and install the application.

Returning users can skip this step and continue to Step 4.

Step 2: Open the Windows App and Add a PC

1. Open the Windows App.
2. Select the plus (+) button in the top‑right corner.
3. Choose Add PC.

Step 3: Enter PC Connection Settings

Fill in the fields exactly as shown below:

• PC name: fk25st3.smsu.edu
• User account: smsu.edu\YourStarID
• Gateway: labconnect.smsu.edu:8443
• Bypass for local addresses: Not checked

Step 4: Choose a Windows Lab Computer

1. Open a web browser.
2. Go to the Mustang V‑Labs computer list: View available Mustang V‑Labs computers
3. Locate an available computer.
4. Select Connect next to the computer you want to use.

Step 5: Download and Open the Connection File

• Selecting Connect downloads a connection file.
• Open the downloaded file using the Windows App.

Step 6: Sign In to the Remote Computer

1. Enter your StarID username and password when prompted.
2. Select Continue to proceed.

Step 7: Log Off When Finished

When you are done using Mustang V‑Labs:

• Save your files to OneDrive or email them to yourself.
• Log off the remote Windows computer.

Notes for Returning Users

• If the Windows App is already installed, begin at Step 4.