Downloading, Installing, and Running the VMware Horizon Client (VDI)


  1. Download the latest VMware Horizon Client from VMware's Customer Connect Site.
  2. Double-click Agree & Install.
  3. The installer will install the client with the defaults and will add the desktop shortcut.
  4. You may need to restart your machine after the installation.
  5. Once installed, from your desktop shortcuts, double-click Omnissa Horizon Client to launch the client.
  6. When connecting for the first time, click Add Server.
  7. Type horizon.auburn.edu as the name of the connection server, and click Connect.
  8. Type your Auburn username and password, and click Login.
  9. The screen will say "Authenticating." Accept the Duo push on your device.
  10. Once connected, you will see the virtual desktop interface, as shown below. Double click the virtual desktop of choice.

Horizon downloaded client main interface

The virtual desktop will load, as shown below. 

Horizon downloaded client virtual desktop interface

You must save files to your home folder on H: drive or to cloud storage such as Box or OneDrive to be able to access your files after logging off. Click Disconnect to disconnect from the virtual desktop. From the main Horizon Client screen, click Disconnect to log off of the server.