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Telework Access: SOUTHCOM Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) 

The Virtual Desktop Infrastructure is a new capability for remote access for all SOUTHCOM users. VDI provides remote users with a NIPR desktop experience from anywhere with an internet connection, VMware Horizon Client software and Common Access Card (CAC) from a user’s personal computer. VDI users will have access to existing SOUTHCOM NIPR standard baseline software.

  • WHAT IS VDI FOR TELEWORK

    VDI delivers a desktop experience over the network to user devices, using VMware Horizon Client software, enabling users to access their NIPR desktops from anywhere. 

  • WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF VDI?

    Graphic: Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Horizon

    - No end user equipment maintenance and no monthly login requirements.  VPN laptops and other devices are encouraged to be turned-in to the Enterprise Service Desk. 

    - Secure NIPR access from your personal computer (Windows & Mac) and/or tablet (Microsoft Surface)

    - Faster login/access to NIPR desktop than traditional workstation

    - Accessible from any location with standard internet connection and token reader

    - Suspend and resume desktop user session environment from any location

    - Native NIPR desktop user experience (same as HQ)​

CONTACT

For any questions or further details on this capability, please contact the ​​SOUTHCOM Enterprise Service Desk

Comm: (305) 437-1234

DSN: (312) 567-1234

HOW-TO GUIDES