Configuring VMware Horizon Sessions on zTC

Summary

This article explains how to install and configure the VMware Horizon client on your zTC, including display, USB, and audio redirection settings.

Prerequisites

• zTC with SnapOS ≥1.3
• VMware Horizon server address and user credentials
• Network connectivity to Horizon Connection Server

Procedure

1. Launch Horizon Client
   • Start → Applications → VMware Horizon
   • Click “New Server” → enter Connection Server URL → Connect
2. Authenticate & Select Desktop
   • Enter username/password → Login → choose published desktop or application
3. Configure Redirection
   • Before connecting, click ⚙️ icon → USB & Audio tabs → enable desired redirection → Save

Advanced Configuration

• Multi-Monitor Support: Settings → Display → enable multi-monitor → specify layout
• Blast Adaptive Transport: Settings → Connection → select “Blast” for optimized performance

Related Features

• USB Device Redirection article for VID/PID mapping
• Certificate Installer for Horizon server certs
• SnapOS Update to keep Horizon client current

Troubleshooting

• Connection fails: verify DNS/resolution of Connection Server; test via ping.
• Audio distortion: disable “High-quality audio” in Audio tab then reconnect.

FAQs

Can I use HTML5 Blast in browser instead?

Yes—open Chromium → browse to Horizon HTML Access URL → authenticate.

How do I save multiple server entries?

After adding, click the server list dropdown → “Add to favorites.”