Installing VMWare Horizon Client (Windows)

This guide will assist you with installing the VMWare Horizon Client on a Windows computer. Please make sure that you are connected to the Internet, as you will be required to download the client.

Note: Installing the VMWare Horizon Client does require administrative rights. If you do not have these permissions, please contact the system administrator of the device.
  1. Go to horizon.santarosa.edu, and click on Install VMWare Horizon Client
  2. Locate the VMWare Horizon Client for Windows and select Go to Downloads.
  3. Select Download.
  4. Locate the downloaded .exe file; double-click to begin the installation.
  5. Click Agree & Install.
  6. Click Finish.
  7. If prompted, restart your machine.
  8. Once your machine is rebooted, double-click the VMWare Horizon Client shortcut. (If you do not see a shortcut, you will find the application listed in your Programs.)
  9. Select New Server and enter the server address horizon.santarosa.edu. Click Connect.
  10. Log in using your SRJC Login and Password, then click Login.
  11. Once your connection is established, you will be able to use and access available software.