 
Centrally manage user connections, thin client devices & convert PCs to thin
clients
2X ThinClientServer makes the move to thin client computing easy by
delivering a solution to convert existing PC’s to thin clients and centrally
manage thin client devices from any vendor (HP, Neoware, Wyse, Maxspeed and
more).
User's connection & device hardware settings (RDP / ICA / NX, screen size,
Applications that users have access to, Terminal Servers and VMware virtual
desktops) can be controlled centrally by device, user, group or department
(Active Directory / Local Accounts) via the web based interface.
2X ThinClientServer key features:
- Converting existing PCs to thin clients
- Manage users' connection settings centrally by user, group or department
- Limit users to Citrix or 2X published applications rather than giving
access to a whole desktop
- Thin client vendor independent: Manage any thin client / PC centrally
- Supports virtually all thin clients and computer hardware
2X ThinClientServer Features and Screenshots
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Thin client vendor independent
Use thin clients from different vendors, old/existing computers, or new
low cost computers - and manage all these thin clients through one
consistent and open interface. Rather than having to commit to one
particular thin client vendor from whom to buy all your hardware, you get
the freedom to choose and the possibility to re-use your existing computer
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Web-based management interface
Thin client devices and users’ connection settings can be managed
centrally via the web management interface. It shows currently active thin
clients and user sessions, generates reports and includes a centralized
database of thin client Syslog events, for easy troubleshooting. |
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Limit user access to Citrix or 2X published applications, not a whole
desktop
2X ThinClientServer deploys a secure, read-only desktop to the thin
client, which looks exactly like Windows XP, however only shows Citrix or 2X
published applications in the task bar. This way you can control what
applications a user has access to, without having to worry about locking
down the Windows desktop. Since the thin client desktop is read-only it is
completely secure from viruses, spyware and more! |
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Manage user’s connection settings centrally
Centrally configure user’s connection settings such as Terminal server
name, type (RDP, Citrix ICA or NX), screen resolution and more. There is no
need to push out these connection settings to the thin client devices, since
they are retrieved when the user logs on. |
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Supports local media and printers
Locally connected printers or storage devices are supported seamlessly.
Printers will show up in the list of printers on the user’s desktop, and
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Connection settings are managed based on username, department or thin client
Most thin client management software can only configure connection settings
based on device. 2X ThinClientServer links connection settings to Active
Directory/LDAP usernames, groups or OU’s (organizational units). This reduces
the administration involved with adding users and managing roaming users.
Convert old PCs to powerful thin clients
2X ThinClientServer allows you to extend the life span of your current
computers by converting them to thin clients. Re-using your old PCs or extending
the life span of your current ones adds up to considerable savings over time.
Publish Virtual Desktops
Desktop virtualization takes the headache out of desktop administration by
increasing security, redundancy and scalability. With 2X ThinClientServer and
VMware server you can run your desktops virtually on central servers, and use
the client devices and Pc's to connect to the virtual desktops.
Server runs on Windows or Linux
2X ThinClientServer is available for both Windows or Linux servers. Both
versions includes a TFTP server for deployment of the OS.
Use low cost thin clients
Because 2X ThinClientServer includes a thin client OS and a centralized
management interface for all thin client devices, you can opt for low-cost thin
clients without OS & management software. This is the most expensive part of a
thin client and can increase the per thin client cost from $200 to $500.
Thin client computing: reduced administration and end user support
Administrators can enjoy greatly reduced support and administration: Thin
clients are far easier to manage since the thin client OS is deployed centrally
and only includes a remote terminal client. Only the servers need to be managed,
meaning that deploying patches, applications and virus updates is far easier.
Enforcing desktop settings and backing up user files is easier too. Better
security and fault tolerance is achieved by using RAID, load balancing and
housing the Terminal Servers in a secure, air-conditioned server room. Helping
users is simple too: Just shadow their session in real time and find out exactly
what is happening without getting off your chair!
Other Features
- Thin clients can boot via PXE, CD ROM, floppy or hard disk
- Thin clients can be configured to log to Syslog for easy troubleshooting
- Thin clients can be discovered via SNMP, allowing you to use other network
management software if desired
- Reports on sessions and user usage
- Customize logon screen with your own logo
- Supports RDP, ICA and NX protocols
- OEM version for thin client vendors available.
System requirements
- Server (for Windows): Windows 2000, XP, 2003
- Server (for Linux): RedHat Enterprise 4, SUSE 10.x
- PC as thin client: a 200MHz MMX Pentium or better, 32MB Ram or better
required for HD booting. 64MB Ram or better required from CD/PXE booting
- Thin client device: 64Mb or better. PXE boot capability.
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