This guide is specific to the Horizon 8 2212 release.
If your Horizon 8 deployment is for a version different from 2212, please use the guide specific for your deployment's version.
Please note: Starting with the 2309 release, the two separate Windows and Linux Desktops and Applications guides were merged into one guide named
You can select other versions of this pre-merged Linux Desktops and Applications guide by using the Version selector found the top of this page.
This 2212 guide provides information about setting up a Linux virtual machine for use as a Linux desktop in a Horizon 8 deployment. The information includes preparing the Linux guest operating system, installing Horizon Agent on the virtual machine, and configuring the machine for use in a Horizon 8 deployment.
Intended Audience
This information is intended for anyone who wants to configure and use remote desktops that run on Linux guest operating systems. The information is written for experienced Linux system administrators who are familiar with virtual machine technology and data center operations.
Scope of This Guide
This guide includes information on installing, configuring, and using features supported specifically on Linux desktops in a Horizon 8 deployment.
For more information on remote desktop features, you can also refer to Horizon Remote Desktop Features and GPOs within the Omnissa Horizon 8 Library page.
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