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This page provides instructions on connecting to RDS via a RDP client on supported laptop and desktop operating systems. Currently, Windows and macOS are supported. 

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  1. Using a web browser, navigate to rds.syr.edu. ***BM***
  2. If you are not logged in already, you will be prompted to do so using your University NetID and password.
    RDS login page
  3. In the top right is a sprocket icon, Sprocket Icon, click on it.
    RDS login page
  4. In the Settings Pane select the radio button to "Download the rdp file". 
    Settings Pane
  5. After selecting the "Download the rdp file" setting, on the main screen of the web page select a resource pool, such as PublicLabs. 
    When clicking on a resource pool, an RDP file will now be downloaded and can be used.

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Note
titleRDP File Required to Proceed

You must first receive the RDP file from the web client in order to connect through the RDP client. Follow the instructions above before attempting to connect on Windows and macOS.

Windows

  1. Open the RDP file for the desired RDS pool. 
  2. You will be prompted with a login
    1. Under username, enter your email: <Your NetID>@syr.edu
    2. Under password, enter: <Your NetID Password>

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