Install and Configure Remote Desktop Connection on iOS

Microsoft offers a client for their built-in Remote Desktop service for Windows that allows you to connect from other types of devices, including iOS (iPads, iPhones, etc.). Follow the steps below to install the client software and configure it to connect to a Lehigh resource. They do assume that the Windows PC you're accessing has been prepared as in 'Remote Access to your Office Computer'.

1. Go to the 'App Store' on your phone or tablet, and search for 'Remote Desktop Connection', and click the 'Get' button to install the app. When the button changes to 'Open' click on it to open the app.

4. Click the '+' button in the upper right corner of the screen, and then tap 'Desktop'

5. In the "PC Name' field, enter the network name or IP address of the Windows PC you wish to access, and tap 'Save' when finished. You can save the account name and password, if desired.

6. In the main Remote Desktop Window, tap on the connection record you created, and enter the username and / or password, if requested.

7. Controls for scaling the view, accessing the keyboard, etc. appear as overlaid buttons (the three line 'menu' button includes the 'disconnect' commands. Be aware that many applications designed for desktop computers may not be convenient to use on smaller screens. Many screens appear in landscape mode by default.