Follow the steps below to create a custom Remote Desktop Connection icon or click here to download a pre-made copy.

1. Update your Remote Desktop Connection software
   For the best experience you will want to update your system to the latest version of the Remote Desktop Client (formerly known as Terminal Services).

   Note: Windows 2000 and older and Power MACs are no longer supported.
   Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 (no patch needed), and Mac OS X.

2. Open the Remote Desktop Connection software under Accessories

3. Click the Options button to expand the window exposing more options

4. Click on the General tab and enter the following information:
   Computer: rdfarm.abbb.com

5. Click on the Display tab and enter the following information:
   Display Configuration: Full Screen (move slider to extreme right)
   Colors: High Color (16 bit)
   uncheck Display the connection bar when I use the full screen

6. Click on the Local Resources tab and enter the following information:
   Keyboard: On the Remote Computer
   Local Devices and Resources: Check Clipboard and Printers (if desired)

7. Click on the Experience tab and enter the following information:
   Performance: High-speed broadband (2 Mbps - 10 Mbps)

8. Click on the Advanced tab and enter the following information:
   Server Authentication: Connect and don't warn me
   Connect from anywhere: click the settings button
   • Connection Settings: select use these RD Gateway server settings
     • Server Name: rdg.abbb.com
       
     • Logon Method: Ask for Password (NTLM)
   • Logon Settings: check use my RD Gateway credentials for the remote computer