Using Windows RemoteApp

RemoteApp is a virtual application solution that allows users to run Windows-based applications regardless of what operating system they are using. It allows users to launch virtual applications from a server that appears on their computer as if it is installed locally, but in reality, is running on a remote server.

Prerequisite

Windows

  • Windows 7 sp1 or later

macOS

Linux

  • currently not supported

How to use for one-time/temporary access

This will open RemoteApp temporary on your computer.

  • go to winlogin.phys.ethz.ch
  • login with your d-phys account ad\your_dphys_username
  • choose an application and save this file on your local computer
  • run the downloaded file
  • Select the checkbox Dont't ask me again for remote connections from this publisher and choose connect

  • enter your credentials ad\your_dphys_username

How to use for regular/permanent access

You can add the RemoteApps permanently to your startmenu with these steps.

Windows

See the instructions here

macOS

  • Open Microsoft Remote Desktop
  • Click the Remote Resources icon
  • Enter https://winlogin.phys.ethz.ch/RDWeb/Feed/webfeed.aspx as URL and your D-PHYS credentials
  • On the first connection you should add the configuration according the screenshot below.