This site requires JavaScript to be enabled
An updated version of this article is available. You can only edit the latest version of the article

Virtual Computer lab using AppStream 2.0 (PC, Mac and iPad)

14263 views

29.0 - Last modified on 04-14-2025 Revised by Alicia Eckenroth Stephenson

28.0 - Last modified on 04-11-2025 Revised by Alicia Eckenroth Stephenson

27.0 - Last modified on 07-09-2024 Revised by Judy Hurst

26.0 - Last modified on 06-21-2024 Revised by Alicia Eckenroth Stephenson

25.0 - Last modified on 11-03-2022 Revised by Hollyn Williams

24.0 - Last modified on 06-27-2022 Revised by Hollyn Williams

23.0 - Last modified on 06-21-2022 Revised by Judy Hurst

22.0 - Last modified on 06-21-2022 Revised by Judy Hurst

21.0 - Last modified on 02-05-2021 Revised by Connie Leathers

20.0 - Last modified on 09-16-2020 Revised by Judy Hurst

19.0 - Last modified on 08-04-2020 Revised by Judy Hurst

18.0 - Last modified on 07-09-2020 Revised by Judy Hurst

17.0 - Last modified on 07-02-2020 Revised by Judy Hurst

16.0 - Last modified on 06-25-2020 Revised by Judy Hurst

15.0 - Last modified on 05-07-2020 Revised by Judy Hurst

14.0 - Last modified on 04-23-2020 Revised by Judy Hurst

13.0 - Last modified on 04-03-2020 Revised by Judy Hurst

12.0 - Last modified on 04-02-2020 Revised by Judy Hurst

11.0 - Last modified on 03-25-2020 Revised by Judy Hurst

10.0 - Last modified on 03-24-2020 Revised by Judy Hurst

9.0 - Last modified on 03-24-2020 Revised by Judy Hurst

8.0 - Last modified on 03-24-2020 Revised by Judy Hurst

7.0 - Last modified on 03-24-2020 Revised by Judy Hurst

6.0 - Last modified on 03-24-2020 Revised by Judy Hurst

5.0 - Last modified on 03-24-2020 Revised by Judy Hurst

4.0 - Last modified on 03-23-2020 Revised by Judy Hurst

3.0 - Last modified on 03-23-2020 Revised by Judy Hurst

2.0 - Last modified on 09-05-2019 Revised by Judy Hurst

1.0 - Created on 09-04-2019 Authored by Judy Hurst

Virtual Computer Lab using AppStream 2.0 (PC,  MAC and iPad)

In order to provide access to software that is typically only available in the campus computer labs, Radford University has established a scalable Virtual Computer Lab using AWS AppStream 2.0.  This environment will scale up or down depending on demand.  

PLEASE READ to NOT LOOSE FILES:   Files saved to the Desktop or Temporary Files are automatically deleted after your sessions end.  To save files or access existing files, you must map your OneDrive account the first time you connect using steps 3 & 4 below.

     AppStream Standard           App Stream Advanced     
 

The following software is currently available in the "AppStream Standard" environment:

  • ArcGIS
  • GaussView
  • IGPet
  • Maple
  • SPSS
 

The following software is currently available in the "AppStream Advanced" environment:

  • AutoCad
  • Revit
  • Sketchup
 

    

1Go to AppStream Standard or AppStream Advance and click on the app you wish to access. Links are active in above table headings.

 

2. The virtual session will take approximately 2 minutes to start.

 3. Setup OneDrive for saving files. Click the My Files icon, click Add Storage, then click OneDrive.

    Click File Folder, Click Add Storage, Click One Drive

 

4. Click @radford.edu, and click Accept to allow connection. 

      

 

     

NOTE: Wait for OneDrive to show up above Temporary Files location.  Be sure to save files in your OneDrive folder.  Do not store files on the Desktop or Temporary Files folder, these may be accessible to others and will be deleted when your session ends.

    

 Once mapped, you'll have access to your entire OneDrive account and may create folders for classes, projects, etc.

 

 Google is the recommended browser.

 

 Understanding the toolbar in the AppStream environment:

list of icons on toolbar

 

 Faculty members needing additional software installed should submit a support request in order for DoIT to review the license and technical details to determine if it can be made available.
 

If you experience issues or have any questions regarding this topic, please contact the Technology Assistance Center at 540-831-7500 or enter a support ticket at www.radford.edu/ITOneStop.