Overview

Provides access to remote Windows computer labs so SPU students can still utilize specialized lab software on their personal devices.

The Remote Lab is a pilot program and as of JUNE 30th, 2025, this access has been retired.

Connection Instructions

For your first time, Install the Remote Desktop Client
Navigate to https://remoteaccess.labstats.com/Seattle-Pacific-University
Select an open computer from the list
Click the Download button and open the file in your Remote Desktop tool
1. You may need to open the downloaded file manually or send it to the Remote Desktop app on a mobile device
Logging-On: use your SPU username, not your full SPU email address
1. Authenticate MFA with the Microsoft Authenticator app since this resource specifically requires the application push.
2. Allow access to microphone and camera, if desired/needed
3. Your Remote Desktop tool has other settings, such as screen size that you may which to change before connecting
Logging-Off: You do not need to log off to disconnect, simply just close the window to log out and allow other users to access the device.

To access the remote lab computers, you need to install the Microsoft Remote Desktop Client. See the instructions below for specific devices.

*Click here for specific Microsoft Remote Desktop configuration instructions.

From the bottom right of your screen, open the Quick Settings Panel
Click the Settings icon
Scroll down until the Google Play Store option is present. Next to it should be a button labeled Turn On
Click the Turn On button
When the terms of service appear, scroll through and click Accept.
Search for Microsoft Remote Desktop in the search bar and click to install