NoMachine is the only supported method of remote connection for Macs on campus. These instructions will show you how to remote into an office or research lab Mac device.
NoMachine must be installed on BOTH computers. You can download the client for your personal machine here.
You will need to know the IP address of the remote computer to be able to connect to it. Also, the remote computer you are accessing must be connected to the TAMU network via Ethernet.
Connecting from Windows
Install the NoMachine client using the Self-Service Portal
Please note, it may take up to 20 minutes to install. You will receive a security prompt once the software is installed.
Connect to the TAMU network:
If you are on campus, connect to the Wi-Fi network TAMU_WiFi or eduroam
If you are off campus, connect to your local Wi-Fi network. Open the Cisco AnyConnect VPN application and log in with your NetID and password.
Install NoMachine on your Windows device and start the application
Click the Add icon
Edit the following fields under Machine address:
Name:
e.g. MacBook ProHost: IP address of your machine
e.g. 10.10.10.10If you do not know the IP address, please contact engr-helpdesk@tamu.edu for assistance.
Click Connect
If the IP address is valid, it will prompt you to put in your credentials. Enter the local username and password for the Mac device you are trying to access. If you would like NoMachine to remember your credentials, check the Save this password in the connection file box.
If the connection is successful, you will be shown general tips for using the menu. It is recommended to read through the tips once, but you can check the box for each if you don’t want to see the tips every time you connect.
