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# Access from Mac

## Overview

1. Download the Microsoft `Windows App` for Mac
2. Access your Stronghold tenant through the `Windows App`
3. Navigate your environment to access applications and data

## Instructions

### 1. Download `Windows App` for Mac

Mac users can download the `Window App` from the Apple store using this [Download Link](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/microsoft-remote-desktop/id1295203466?mt=12)

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### 2. Access Your Stronghold Tenant

#### 1) Launch the **Windows App**.

#### 2) Click **“+ (New)”**, then select **“Add PC”** to create a new connection.

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#### 3) In the configuration screen:

* Enter your Stronghold tenant name in the format: `<tenant>.stronghold.brown.edu`
* Choose your **user credentials** from the dropdown menu. If your credentials do not appear, click **“Add Credentials”**, and enter your login details.

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#### 4) Click **“Add”** to save the PC and credential settings. Your Stronghold workstation will then appear under **“Saved PCs”**. Double-click it to initiate the connection.

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#### 5) When a warning message appears, click **“OK”** to continue.

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#### 6) You will be prompted for **Duo authentication**. Under **“Choose an authentication method,”** select your preferred option. The device list will display your device name and the last four digits of your phone number.

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#### 7) Once connected to the workstation, the interface will appear as shown below.

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### 3. Navigate the Environment

#### Applications

To access installed programs, click the **Windows icon** in the bottom-left corner of the screen.\
You can either browse through the list of applications or use the adjacent **search icon** in the bottom menu to find a specific app.

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#### Files and Storage

All data and files should be saved to the shared **`DATA`** drive rather than the local **`C:`** drive.

To access the `DATA` drive:

* Open **File Explorer** either from the **Apps list** or by clicking the **File Explorer icon** in the bottom-left corner of the desktop toolbar.
* File Explorer will open the **“This PC”** view, where you can see all available folders and drives.
* From there, navigate to the **`DATA`** drive to access or create folders and files as needed.

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