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Citrix Setup Instructions

Memorial Health Care System uses Citrix in order to allow external users to access internal applications and systems. Before you can utilize this technology, you will need to ensure your system meets certain requirements, and is configured properly. Below you will find detailed information on setting up your computer, if you require more assistance contact Service Desk at (419) 334-6629.

Supported Operating Systems

The following lists the requirements for access and receiving support for using the MHCS portal and remote resources. If your system doesn’t meet any of these requirements, MHCS Service Desk will be unable to offer any technical support.

  • Windows XP
  • Windows Vista
  • Windows 7
  • Apple OS X Tiger
  • Apple OS X Leopard
Anti-virus/Anti-spyware Requirements

Any computer connecting to the portal is required to have adequate protection from viruses and spyware. In addition to having an anti-virus and anti-spyware program installed, they must be up-to-date with definitions, and be scanning regularly.

Internet Connection

You must have access to the Internet in order to access the MHCS portal. If you cannot browse the Internet, you will need to resolve that issue before trying to connect to the portal.

MHCS doesn’t require any type or speed of Internet access, but for best performance a Broadband connection (DSL, Cable, Fiber) is recommended. Using the portal over a dial-up or wireless connection will work, but performance will be degraded.

Using Citrix on a Windows PC
Installing the Citrix Client
  1. Download the latest XenApp Web Plugin (Citrix Client) from Citrix's Download section located here.
  2. Select "Windows (32/64 bit)" from the Select OS/Hardware drop down. 
  3. Citrix updates their downloads periodically, but look for the download called Citrix Web Plug-in or Online Plug-in. 
  4. After it downloads, install the application. Depending on your operating system this process may vary, however, look for windows like below and choose "Run"

  5. The client is now installed, you should be able to access your applications.
Adding Trusted Sites (Internet Explorer)

To reduce the chance for problems accessing the portal sites, it is recommended you add Memorial Health Care System's web addresses to your trusted sites.

  1. Open Internet Options from the Tools Menu.
  2. Go to the "Security" tab.
  3. Select "Trusted Sites", and click "Sites".
  4. Enter "https://*.fremontmemorial.org" in the box and click "Add".
  5. Click OK on both open windows to return to your browser.
Using Citrix on an Apple Computer
Installing the Citrix Client
  1. Download the latest Citrix Client from Citrix's Download section available here.
    Choose the version appropriate for your computer. Most current Macs will use the OS X Universal Binary download.
  2. After the dmg file downloads, it should automatically begin the install process, if not locate the file and install it.
  3. The client is now installed, you should be able to access your applications.
  4. More specific instructions with images is available here.
Printing Information
Printing to MHCS Printers

When connected through the portal, users will have access to the same printers that are available when they work from an MHCS office. No change or difference exists when printing to devices located on campus.

Printing to Home or Physician's Office Printers

If a remote user wishes to print to a printer located off site, either at their home or office, the printer must be on the supported printers list. MHCS supports HP branded printers. Other brands, including Brother, Lexmark, Cannon, Ricoh, Xerox, may work if they use HP compatible drivers, but are not supported directly.

Supported HP Printers
Laser Jet Printers

Most HP Laser Printers are supported as long as they use the PCL 5 standard drivers. There are several entry level HP printers that are NOT supported. A short list of common printers that WILL NOT work is below.

  • LJ 1000
  • LJ P1005
  • LJ P1006
  • LJ 1018
  • LJ 1020
  • P1505
  • CLJ 1600
  • CLJ 2600
DeskJet/InkJet Printers

Inkjet printers from HP that are part of their business line have the best chance of working with the Citrix Environment. The least expensive HP Inkjet printers typically use what are called Host-based drivers. These drivers inherently DO NOT work with a remote environment. If you printer mentions using a Host-based driver it WILL NOT work.

All-In-One or Multi-Function Printers

Many printers include Scanning, Coping, Faxing services. These are considered AIO devices. These devices are NOT intended for use in a Citrix environment, and most are not supported. The HP AIO devices that will work are their business level devices in their Office Jet line. Below is a list of OfficeJet Printers that should work.

  • OJ H470
  • OJ J4500/4640/4680
  • OJ J5700
  • OJ J6400
  • OJ Pro K5300/5400/5700 Series
  • OJ Pro K8600 Series
  • OJ Pro L7300/7500/7600/7700
  • OJ 9100 Series