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A.  Generate a RDP connection file using our custom web application (at https://secure.mccombs.utexas.edu/public/rdgw)  <<-- easiest option!

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  1. Click here to generate download a RDP connection file that connects to a specified computer through the RD Gateway: https://secure.mccombs.utexas.edu/public/rdgw
  2. After entering the name of the computer you want to connect to, click the "Download Connection File" button.
  3. Depending on your settings, your web browser should either save the file to your normal download folder or else will prompt you save it wherever you choose. For easiest use of the connection file, we recommend saving it to your desktop or moving it there after downloading it. 
  4. Once downloaded, just double click the file to open an RDP connection.
  5. Proceed with step 2 below.                     



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B.  Follow these instructions to manually connect though Manually set up a new connection or edit an existing connection file for use with the RD Gateway

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  1. Launch Remote Desktop from your Start Menu as you normally would.  You will need to click Show Options at the bottom of the client to expand the view to access the RD Gateway settings.
  2. Click the Advanced tab on the Remote Desktop Connection client
  3. Click the Settings button.
  4. In the Connection settings section, use the radio button to select "Use these RD Gateway serer settings:"  For the Server name field, enter "rdg.austin.utexas.edu."  Leave unchecked the boxes for Logon method option "Allow me to select later"  and also "Bypass RD Gateway server for local addresses." 
  5. Click OK to exit this dialog and return to the General tab.  In the Computer field, you will enter the hostname or the IP address of the computer that you wish to connect to.  Then click Connect and procced with step 2 below.



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