Android

  1. Connect to the UCT VPN service.
  2. Using the Google PlayStore, install the Windows App (previously called "Remote Desktop").
  3. After successful installation, open the Windows App and complete the setup process.  
  4. When the Windows App opens, select PC connection.
  5. Enter the following details in the Add PC window:
    • PC Name: rds.uct.ac.za
    • User account: Ask when required*

      * You MUST ensure that Ask when required is selected. Please do not use cached credentials as these may present security risks. If your system is compromised, an attacker can access these cached credentials, bypassing the need for user authentication and gain unauthorised access to the UCT network and resources.
  6. Click Save.
  7. Your rds.uct.ac.za connection will be listed under the Devices tab | PC Connections.
  8. Select the device rds.uct.ac.za.
  9. You will be prompted to enter your UCT network credentials:
    • Username: username@wf.uct.ac.za
    • Password: Your UCT account password
  10. Click Continue.

Your remote desktop session is completed. Remember to disconnect from the remote session and UCT VPN service when you are finished working.

 

Apple

  1. Connect to the UCT VPN service.
  2. Using the App Store, install the Windows App (previously called "Remote Desktop").
  3. After successful installation, open the Windows App and complete the setup process.  
  4. When the Windows App opens, on the Devices tab. Select the plus (+) icon, then select Add PC.
  5. Enter the following details in the Add PC window:
    • PC Name: rds.uct.ac.za
    • User account: Ask when required*

      * You MUST ensure that Ask when required is selected. Please do not use cached credentials as these may present security risks. If your system is compromised, an attacker can access these cached credentials, bypassing the need for user authentication and gain unauthorised access to the UCT network and resources.
  6. Click Save.
  7. Your rds.uct.ac.za connection will be listed under the Devices tab | Saved Devices.
  8. Select the device rds.uct.ac.za.
  9. You will be prompted to enter your UCT network credentials:
    • Username: username@wf.uct.ac.za
    • Password: Your UCT account password
  10. Click Continue.

Your remote desktop session is completed. Remember to disconnect from the remote session and UCT VPN service when you are finished working.