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Citrix (virtual desktop)

Citrix is a web-based portal that allows you to connect to a virtual desktop. It provides you with access to your M: drive and other network storage (P:, S:, R:, and X: drives), as well as specific software packages. Citrix is accessible from on or off campus and is available to College of Health and Human Sciences’ students, faculty, and staff.

What Software is Available?

  • Adobe Acrobat (faculty/staff only)
  • Amos Graphics
  • EndNote
  • Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote
  • NVivo
  • SPSS
  • Web browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Internet Explorer

How Do I Connect?

Windows/Mac: Most web browsers support HTML5 and will allow you to use the light version of Citrix, which doesn’t require the installation of additional software. In the light version, the Citrix desktop is rendered within the browser. This is the recommended method for connecting. Note that printing is not available in the light version.

Android/iOS: You will need to install Citrix Workspace from the App Store or Google Play.

Connecting Through a Web Browser (Windows/Mac)

  1. Before starting with Citrix, you will need to download and connect to CSU’s VPN, GlobalProtect
  2. Open your web browser and browse to the college Citrix website.
  3. Enter your CSU netID and Password and log on.
  4. You will be taken straight to the Citrix StoreFront page, with a list of available desktops.
  5. Launch Citrix by clicking on the available desktop icon.

Connecting Through Citrix Workspace (Android/iOS)

  1. If you don’t already have the Citrix Receiver installed, download and install the software:
    • iOS: App Store (search for Citrix Workspace)
    • Android: Google Play (search for Citrix Workspace)
  2. After installing the software, either click “Add account” or launch the Citrix Workspace software.
  3. When prompted to provide a server address, enter https://citrix.chhs.colostate.edu.
  4. When prompted for a user name and password, enter colostate\netID (replace netID with your netID) for the user name and your password for the password.
    • You may be prompted twice.
  5. Launch your desktop
    • Android/iOS:
      • Press the three bars at the top left next to “Apps”
      • Press “Desktops”
      • Press on your desktop