Requirements

  • Microsoft Remote Desktop app installed on your MacBook.
  • Access to the server that you want to connect to.
  • OneDrive set up on your MacBook.

Instructions

Step 1: Connect to VPN (Global Protect)

Connect to the VPN using the Global Protect app. For instructions on how to connect to a VPN, refer to the article here.

Step 2: Open Microsoft Remote Desktop

  • Launch the Microsoft Remote Desktop app on your Mac.

Step 3: Access Remote PC Settings

  1. In the Connection Center, right-click on the remote PC you wish to configure.
  2. Select "Edit" from the context menu.

Step 4: Navigate to Folders Tab

  • In the Edit PC window, go to the "Folders" tab.

Step 5: Enable Folder Redirection

  • Check the "Redirect folders" option to enable redirection.

Step 6: Choose Folders to Redirect

  1. Click the '+' button to add a new folder.
  2. In the Finder window that opens, navigate to your OneDrive folder.
  3. Select the specific OneDrive folder you wish to redirect and click "Open".

Step 7: Configure Redirection Options

  • You can optionally set the redirected folder to "Read-only" by checking the box if you do not wish to allow changes from the remote session.

Step 8: Save Settings

  • Click "Save" to apply the changes.

Step 9: Connect to Remote PC

  1. Double-click the remote PC to initiate a remote desktop session.
  2. Your selected OneDrive folders should now be available in your redirected folders during the remote session.

Additional Tips

  • Ensure your OneDrive is properly synced on your Mac before starting the remote session for the latest files to be available.