VMware Horizon Connector 1.5.0 Installation and Configuration Guide

About this manual

This document provides instructions for installing and configuring the VMware Horizon Connector 1.5.0, which serves as the interface between Application Manager and Microsoft Active Directory servers. It covers prerequisites, virtual appliance deployment, and initial setup via the web interface.

The guide explains two primary authentication modes: Service Authentication and Connector Authentication (Kerberos). It also details the process for integrating the Connector with VMware ThinApp to allow users access to captured Windows applications, including network share creation and specific web interface configurations.

What's inside

• Introduction to Application Manager
• Security Considerations and System Requirements
• Preparing to Install the Connector
• Installing the Connector
• Configuring the Connector
• Testing the Connector
• Troubleshooting the Connector

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

What are the two authentication modes for the Connector?

The two modes are Service Authentication mode and Connector Authentication mode.

Who is the intended audience for this guide?

The guide is intended for organization administrators, specifically experienced Windows and Linux system administrators.

What is required to integrate the Connector with ThinApp?

Integration requires capturing applications as ThinApp packages, creating a Windows applications network share, and configuring the Join Domain and Windows Authentication pages.