Remote Desktop Ku | Leuven

For students and staff in Computer Science, SSH is the primary remote access method for using Linux servers, compiling code, and accessing departmental computer labs.

Depending on your role, department, and device classification, your access point will rely on either the traditional Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) , Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) , or Secure Shell (SSH) gateways .

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Always ensure your VPN client is updated to the latest version to protect against known vulnerabilities. Summary Table for Quick Reference Primary User Key URL/Address VDI Citrix Workspace vdi.kuleuven.be Windows RDP Staff/Faculty Remote Desktop Conn. Department-specific (e.g., .luna.kuleuven.be ) HPC/Linux Researchers SSH / NoMachine nx.hpc.kuleuven.be File Access HTTP Commander wfs.ghum.kuleuven.be

KU Leuven utilizes Ivanti Secure Access (formerly Pulse Secure). Download the client software directly from the ICTS service catalog page on the official KU Leuven website.

Before diving into the how-to, let's break down the key technologies and their ideal use cases at KU Leuven. For students and staff in Computer Science, SSH

To ensure a seamless connection, make sure you have the following configurations ready:

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Accessing KU Leuven Remotely: The Ultimate Guide to Remote Desktop and VPN Services Log in using your KU Leuven credentials (e

KU Leuven provides several remote desktop and virtual environment solutions depending on whether you are a student, researcher, or staff member. The primary methods for remote access include virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI), standard Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP), and specialized high-performance computing (HPC) environments.

Open the VPN client and log in with your u-number and password. Launch Remote Desktop: