Overview
The MIS virtual labs have been created to provide you with a pre-configured environment that has the required software installed and ready for you to use. Each student will receive a dedicated Windows 10 virtual machine that will be available for the duration of the course, including any files or settings saved in the virtual machine. The virtual machines will be erased at the end of each term, following commencement.
Access the Virtual Lab
Note: you will have access to the MIS Desktop and/or the MIS Server based on your course registration
Horizon Client (recommended)
The Horizon Client provides a better user experience as well as copy/paste and file copies between your computer and the VM. This does require software to be installed on your computer.
- Follow these instructions to install and configure the Horizon Client on your computer:
- Login
- Click "MIS Desktop" or "MIS Server" to launch your virtual machine
Web Browser
A web browser provides the simplest method to access the virtual lab and doesn't require any software to be installed on your computer.
- Open a web browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, or Internet Explorer)
- Browse to https://vws.unwsp.edu
- Click "VMWare Horizon HTML Access"
- Login with your account (don't forget to select the correct domain: STU to students, EMP for employees)
- Click "MIS Desktop" or "MIS Server" to launch your virtual machine
Access the Software
MIS Desktop
The MIS Desktop VM has the following software installed:
- Windows 10
- Microsoft Office 2016, with Visio and Project
- Microsoft Visual Studio
- Microsoft SQL Server Express with SQL Server Management Studio
- NetBeans IDE
MIS Server
The MIS Server VM has the following software installed:
- Microsoft Windows Server 2012 R2
- Microsoft SQL Server 2014 Standard Edition
IT Support
If you encounter issues or have questions about the virtual lab, please contact IT Support. You can find contact information for IT Support here: https://confluence.unwsp.edu/x/NwMqB