Client Software Setup
Continuation of previous section covering initial VM setup and configuration
Client Requirements for VADC Operation
For VDI operation through VADC, you may use either:
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Pre-configured thin clients (configuration assistance available from your hardware vendor)
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Workstations with installed client software
Client Software Options
Two VMware Horizon client versions are available:
| Client Type | Architecture | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|
| VMware Horizon View Client | 32-bit / 64-bit | Standard connection |
| VMware Horizon View Client with Local Mode | 32-bit / 64-bit | Custom port configuration |
Default Connection: TCP 443
Note: For alternative port configurations, use the Local Mode client. Router adjustments may be required for non-standard ports.
Standard Horizon View Client Installation
Launch Installation
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Execute the installer package
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Select Next to begin
License Agreement
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Check "I accept the terms in the License Agreement"
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Click Next
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Accept default location or specify alternative
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Click Next
Server Configuration
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In Default Horizon Connection Server field:
Enter your VDC's external IP address -
Select Next
click Next
click Next
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Review settings and click Install
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Restart system when prompted (Yes)
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Launch from desktop icon
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Select your VDC's IP address
Enter credentials:
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Username: Authorized VADC user
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Password: Corresponding credentials
- Click Login to access your VM
Local Mode Client Configuration
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Run installer → Next
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Accept license terms → Next
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Disable "View Client with Local Mode"
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Click Next
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Default Horizon Connection Server:
Enter VDC's external IP
click Next
click Next
click Finish
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Complete installation → Restart system
Launch the program
Advanced Options
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Post-installation:
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Access Options menu
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Enable "Always connect to this server at startup" for automatic connections
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Establish Connection
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Enter credentials as with standard client
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Successful login grants VADC VM access
Post-Installation Notes
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For connection issues, verify:
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Network accessibility to VDC IP
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Correct firewall permissions for specified ports
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User account permissions in VADC
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