Vectorworks - Access in Citrix Desktops

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Issue/Question

  • How do I access VectorWorks in Citrix Desktops.
  • What server do I enter for the login settings?
  • I am getting a "can't connect to the server" message in VectorWorks.

Environment

  • Oregon State University
  • Citrix, Citrix Desktop
  • Vectorworks

Cause/Explanation

When opening Vectorworks in Citrix Desktops, the login settings window will have the "Automatically find servers" box checked.  This feature does not work and will result in this error:
 

Resolution

Change Login Settings

  1. Uncheck the "Automatically find servers" box
  2. Enter "osu-license.oregonstate.edu" into the Server box
  3. Select Designer from the drop down menu
  4. Click Login
  5. Your login settings should look the same as the image below:

Assistance

For assistance, contact the Service Desk.

Details

Details

Article ID: 115980
Created
Thu 9/10/20 2:45 PM
Modified
Fri 8/13/21 10:28 AM