Remote Desktop Session Host (RDSH)

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This is the fastest and simplest way for YCP students to access applications and network files approved for remote access.

Note: If you don't see your needed software, it is likely that the application is licensed for remote access and will need to be accessed from an on-campus computer lab.

Accessing RDSH

Instructions for Windows:

Download CmsRdhp.rdp here
- If you get a warning or alert, select Connect or Continue.
  - After this, you may have to find and reopen the file.
  - If you've already downloaded it, find and open CmsRdhp.rdp.

Instructions for Apple iMac or MacBook:

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. Search for the Application on your Launch screen or via Finder.
- Note: RemoteApp may not work on some older versions of macOS.

Launching RDSH

Launch Application
- Windows = Open the downloaded RDP file
- Apple = Open the Microsoft Remote Desktop Application
Sign in:
- Username: <YCP email address>
- Password: <YCP Password
- Approve your sign-in attempt via Multi-Factor Authentication.
RDSH will load and appear just like a normal Windows PC Desktop.
- Now you can navigate to your network drives or to any remotely licensed software.

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.

Applications Approved for RDSH or Software

Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access)
QDA Miner Lite
SPSS