X2Go

X2Go provides fast and secure graphical access to an EML desktop with support for copy and paste between the local and remote computers.

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There are clients for both Mac and Windows. If you have a Mac, make sure you have Xquartz installed.

Settings

Launch the application and create a new session. The following settings override the default values:

  • Session
    1. Session name: Your Favorite Machine
    2. Host: machine-name.berkeley.edu
    3. Login: YOUR EML LOGIN
    4. Enable “Try auto login (ssh-agent or default ssh key)” if you use ssh-agent to connect to the EML without your password. If you do not enable this you will be prompted to enter your EML password when connecting.
    5. Session type: XFCE
  • Input/Output
    1. Custom: 1024x768 (or whatever you desire)
    2. Set display DPI: 100
  • Media
    1. Disable “Enable sound support”
    2. Disable “Client side printing support”