Virtual Access Instructions

The University of Nebraska System delivers virtual content using VMware Horizon. Virtual Desktops and Applications can be accessed using a modern web browser, mobile device, or desktop client.

Access with a Web Browser

Use a modern web browser such as Edge, Chrome, Firefox, or Safari and navigate to https://horizon.nebraska.edu and follow the on-screen instructions. Core features are available when using a web browser to access a virtual desktop or application. To enable all features such as local file sharing and printing, use the VMware Horizon Desktop Client.

Video - Using VMware Horizon in a Web Browser

Access with a Desktop Client

  1. Download and install the appropriate VMware Horizon Client for your computer.
  2. Launch the VMware Horizon Client, click on "Add Server", and enter the name of the Connection Server: https://horizon.nebraska.edu
  3. Enter your Campus Identity username and password, and select the appropriate domain from the "Domain" drop down menu.
  4. Double click the desktop or application you'd like to launch.

Video - Installing the VMware Horizion Client

Video - Using the VMware Horizion Client

Access with a Mobile Device

  1. Install the "VMware Horizion Client" app published by VMware Inc. using your mobile device's native app store.
  2. Launch the VMware Horizon Client app, enter a new server address of horizon.nebraska.edu and tap Connect.
  3. Enter your Campus Identity username and password, and select the appropriate domain from the "Domain" drop down menu.
  4. Tap the desktop or application you'd like to launch.

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