Remote Desktop Session Host (RDSH)

This is the fastest and simplest way for YCP members to remotely access applications used at YCP and in your classes. This will eventually be replacing RDP all throughout campus. You will be able to access files, network drives, local printers, or software.

Note: If you don't see your needed software, or if you must access a specific campus computer, then try the remote desktop option instead.

Accessing RDSH

Instructions for RDSH - click to open or close.

Download CmsRdhp.rdp here, then open it.
- If you've already downloaded it, find and open CmsRdhp.rdp.
- Tip: Use Google Chrome for downloading this file.
Visit gateway.ycp.edu/RDWeb
Sign in.
- Domain\user name: Enter your full YCP email address.
- Password: Enter your network account password.
- Approve your sign-in attempt via Multi-Factor Authentication.
Select the application you want.
- Some may be in folders; select a folder to find them.
- Then, select Up to return to the previous page.
This will download a file to your computer, which you may save wherever you please.
Open the file.
If you get a warning or alert, select Connect or Continue.
- After this, you may have to find and reopen the file.
Sign in.
- Username: Enter your full YCP email address.
- Password: Enter your network account password.
- Approve your sign-in attempt via Multi-Factor Authentication.
If you get a warning or alert, select Connect or Continue.
The application will open for you to use.
- Note: Adobe applications may require an additional sign in.

If you're on a Mac, do this first - click to open or close.

From the App store application on your Mac, find and install Microsoft Remote Desktop.
- Tip: If you've already downloaded it previously, then you shouldn't have to again.
Note: RemoteApp may not work on some older versions of macOS. In that case, either update your Mac or use remote desktop instead.

Accessing an Application or Software

Included Applications - click to open or close.

Adobe Acrobat
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe InDesign
Adobe Photoshop
IBM SPSS 28
Mathcad Prime 5
Chrome
Office 2021 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access)
QDAMiner Lite

Save your file

When you save your work, you will download the file to your computer. We recommend that you upload that file to Google Drive, so that you can access and download it later, from anywhere.

Close the app when you're done

Once you're finished, close the application window with the X in the upper right. It is recommended that you sign out. This will allow the resources to be reallocated and you won't be taking up a seat.

Choosing to disconnect instead would leave the session running (think of your computer being asleep at the log-in screen). If you choose to sign back in within the hour you will come back to the same session that it was previously left on.

Note: In some cases, we have a limited number of application licenses. So, if you forget to close the window, someone else may not be able to sign in.
Found at: gateway.ycp.edu/RDWeb

Contact Us:

For more information or clarity, please contact Library and Technology Services (LTS)

Library and Technology Services (LTS):
- Phone: 717-815-1559
- Email: LTShelp@ycp.edu
- Hours: Monday - Friday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

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