Remote Desktop

We use RDP (remote desktop protocol) for remote desktop access.

Our RDP setup has a “two-step” login:

  1. log in with a system-wide password to access the login screen, and

  2. log in with your individual user credentials.

Below are instructions to install and configure a the ‘Windows App’ RDP client for Windows and Mac.

If you use linux, please email support-neuro@berkeley.edu for instructions.

Install Windows App

If you’re using MacOS, download the App from the Mac App Store:

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/windows-app/id1295203466?mt=12

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Configure Windows App

If you’re using MacOS:

  1. download the configuration file.

  2. Open the Windows App.

  3. Navigate to the Windows App menu bar (at the top of the screen).

  • Click on the Connections menu option to ‘Import from RDP file…’.

  • Select the .rdp file you downloaded in the previous step.

  • Click ‘Import’ in the bottom right.

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If you’re using Microsoft Windows,

  1. Open the Windows App.

  2. click ‘Add a remote PC’

  3. Enter the server name: axon.neuro.berkeley.edu

Using Windows App

Click on the Saved Device named axon.neuro.berkeley.edu.

A new window will open where you can enter the ‘neurocluster’ system password.

After authentication, a login screen will appear where you can type your individual username and password.

Gnome Window Manager

After successful login, a GNOME window manager will appear. The GNOME window manager has a minimalist approach, prioritizing search and multiple workspaces.

  • To open an application, use the Super (Windows) key and type a few letters of the app.

    For example, to open a terminal window, press the Windows key, type ‘term’ and hit return.

  • To cycle between applications, use Alt-Tab.

  • To cycle between workspaces, use Ctrl + Alt + Left/Right Arrow Keys.

Note

To cycle between applications on your local computer, move the mouse out of the Windows App screen, and use Alt-Tab.

Persistent sessions

By default, your session will continue running in the background. You may restore your session on a different computer.

To logout, click on the power icon in the upper right corner, and choose ‘Log out’