Access to Horizon Pool

Requirements

Access to the Horizon Pools is only possible via the HTW network or VPN.

1. Download the Horizon Software

Download the software for your operating system from the manufacturer's website.

2. Install the Software

Install the downloaded software using the default settings and restart your computer.

3. Set Up the HTW Server

Open the installed Horizon Client and click on "Add Server". Then enter "horizon.htw-berlin.de" in the appropriate field and click "Connect" to confirm. In the subsequent prompt window, you will find information on how to log in to the system. After reading this, click "Accept" to proceed.

VDI start view with the "Add Server" button

4. Login

Log in on the login screen as described in the previous window.

Login for Horizon

5. Select the Horizon Pools

After logging in, all Horizon pools/virtual PCs assigned to you will be displayed. To establish a connection, simply double-click on the desired entry. The connection will then be automatically established, and you can start working immediately.

Horizon pool overview with tiles of individual servers