About virtual Desktops

What are virtual desktops?

Virtual desktops work the same as regular PC computers. They are installed & hosted in the cloud instead of a physical computer. We can provide you with access to a virtual desktop if you need to use specific software that can’t be installed on your computer.


How do I access a virtual desktop?

If you have a computer (Windows or Mac) or tablet (Apple iOS & Android) & Internet access, then all you need is a browser to access a virtual desktop.


We have three (3) virtual desktops

General is preinstalled with Microsoft Office 365 Outlook, Word, Excel & Powerpoint. All employees have been given access to this virtual desktop.

Drafting is preinstalled with software for engineering & other design courses. Software installed includes Autodesk AutoCAD 2019, Autodesk Revit 2019, Autodesk Civil 3D 2019, SolidWorks 2019, CadWorx 2019, and Aveva PDMS 12.

Adobe Creative Suite is preinstalled with Adobe Creative products.


How do I request a Virtual Desktop?

Click this button to request access to the Drafting or Adobe Creative Suite virtual desktop & choose virtual desktop in your request.


How to Access My Virtual Desktop

Your request must be approved before you can access the Drafting or Adobe virtual desktop.

Click on a button & a new tab will open in your browser with a log-in screen. Follow the instructions below.


Getting Started

Once you click on a button above, you will be asked to log-in to your Office 365 account. Type in your SJC employee email address and click Next.

Type in your password and click Sign In

Please allow one to two minutes for your Virtual Desktop to be prepared.

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When prompted, log into your Virtual Desktop using your Office 365 password and click Log in.

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After a couple of minutes, you will arrive at your desktop.

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Click on the app you wish to launch.

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Save your work

Save your work securely by using your SJC OneDrive account. Click here to access step-by-step instructions.


Additional Tools

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Ending Your Session

When you are ready to end your Virtual Desktop session, save any open documents. Your changes will be lost if you do not save them before ending the session. Once you are ready, click the profile button towards the upper-right corner. Click End Session and then click End Session again.

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Need More Help?

Contact Tech Support TechSupport@sjcd.edu +1 (281) 998-6137 if you need technical assistance.