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. This is a great option for Dual Credit students using a Chromebook & need access to full features of the software. All enrolled students have been provisioned access to this virtual desktop.
Drafting is preinstalled with software for students taking engineering & other design courses. Software installed includes Autodesk AutoCAD, Autodesk Revit, Autodesk Civil 3D, SolidWorks, CadWorx, and AVEVA Everything3D. You must be enrolled in a pre-approved course to access this virtual desktop.
Adobe is preinstalled with Adobe Creative products you need for your assigned classwork. This is also a great option for Dual Credit students using a Chromebook & need access to full features of the software. You must be enrolled in a pre-approved course to access this virtual desktop.
Access My Virtual Desktop
General is available to all enrolled students. Drafting and Adobe require class enrollment in approved courses.
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 student 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.
When prompted, log into your Virtual Desktop using your Office 365 password and click Log in.
After a couple of minutes, you will arrive at your desktop.
Click on the app you wish to launch.
Save your work
Save your work securely by using your SJC OneDrive account. Click here to access step-by-step instructions.
Additional Tools
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.
Need More Help?
Students - Access to a virtual desktop has already been provisioned based on your course enrollment. If you are having an issue with a virtual desktop, please submit your issue here: Student Virtual Desktop
