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How to map local Mac computer drive to Ace Cloud Hosting server?

This article explains how to connect your Mac computer’s file storage or any data folder to the Ace Cloud Hosting server. Users can attach their local drives to the Ace Cloud Hosting environment using the Microsoft Remote Desktop tool that we are using on Mac computers for server access. Another level of convenience is provided by the ability to save documents directly to the local computer’s hard drive and view them from the Ace server or vice versa.

Learn how to map local Mac computer drive to Ace Cloud Hosting server by following the below steps:

  1. From the launcher or apps page, start your Microsoft Remote Desktop application. The application icon must resemble the illustration below.

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  2. Select Edit by right-clicking on the connection you use to access our hosted desktop.

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  3. Select the Folders tab.
  4. Ensure that Redirect Folders are checked in the box. Click the box to check it if it isn’t already.
  5. In the window’s lower-left corner, click the + button. You can choose which folders to include in your hosted desktop access on this page. Click Open after choosing the folder you want to add.
  6. Click Save once you have added all of the folders you require access to. Now, whenever you login to the hosted desktop, these folders must show up.

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Benefits:
Here’re the 2 benefits of mapping local Mac computer drive to Ace Cloud Hosting server:

  • Accessibility: You can access your files and data from any location with an internet connection by mapping the local Mac computer disk to the Ace Cloud Hosting server. This remote access gives you the freedom and convenience to work on your files and projects just as if you were in front of your local computer.
  • File Synchronization: Mapping the disk makes it possible for your local Mac computer and the Ace Cloud Hosting server to automatically sync files. You will always have the most recent versions of your files available since any modifications made to files or documents on one device will be mirrored in real-time on the other.

Conclusion:
A local Mac drive can be mapped to an Ace Cloud Hosting server, which offers data backup and protection as well as the ability to lower expenses and boost productivity.

If you’re still having trouble mapping local Mac computer drive to Ace Cloud Hosting server and need more help, feel free to contact us at +1-855-223-4887.