Q: How can I enable Windows Aero Redirection on a Citrix XenDesktop VM?

Follow these steps to enable the rich user experience of the Windows Aero interface through Aero Redirection in Citrix XenDesktop.

Greg Shields

December 7, 2011

1 Min Read
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A:The Windows Aero interface offers a richer user experience for users connecting to Citrix XenDesktop VMs. Aero Redirection is disabled by default inXenDesktop. To enable it, expand the HDX Policy node in Citrix Desktop Studio and click Users. Under ICA Options, select Desktop UI, and in theSettings area, select Aero Redirection to enable or disable its features.

Take caution and monitor your network usage before you enable Aero Redirection. Turning on this feature can increase the amount of data that must passbetween server and client to support each user session.

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