Connecting to a server using Remote Desktop on a Mac

To connect to a server using Remote Desktop on your Mac, see the instructions below.

1. First, download and install Microsoft Remote Desktop from the App Store by clicking here.
2. To setup a new remote desktop connection, select New at the top left of the window and enter...
• Connection name | Use a friendly name that will help you identify this connection
• PC name | Enter the name of the server here, such as Remote-Desktop or Arena-Web
• User name | Enter your user name here
• Password | Enter your password here
3. With the information automatically retained, exit the window to finish setting up your connection.
4. That's it, simply select the connection name to use remotely connect to your computer or server!

*ProTip: For most connections, you must be on-site or connected through VPN to use remote desktop.