NComputing VSPACE U170 User Manual

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Summary of VSPACE U170

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    Ncomputing.Com usb virtual desktop kit (model u170) with vspace tm user guide this guide applies to all microsoft® windows versions of our product. Specific information about our linux versions may be found at http://ncomputing.Com/support.Aspx.

  • Page 2: Important Notices

    Ncomputing.Com important notices please note that reproduction of this user guide in whole or in part, without express written permission from ncomputing, is not permitted. Ncomputing reserves the right to make improvements and/or changes to this user guide and to the products, programs and/or speci...

  • Page 3: Contents

    Usb virtual desktop (model u170) user guide page 3 contents important notices...................................................................................................2 contents ................................................................................................................3...

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    Usb virtual desktop (model u170) user guide page 4 safety information refer to the following to prevent any physical injury or loss of assets caused by damage to the product. A user must read this user guide carefully before use and properly follow the instructions. • make sure that the place of ins...

  • Page 5: Regulatory Compliance

    Usb virtual desktop (model u170) user guide page 5 regulatory compliance fcc information this equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class b digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the fcc rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful i...

  • Page 6: Product Overview

    Usb virtual desktop (model u170) user guide page 6 product overview the ncomputing u170 kit enables users to dramatically cut computing costs by sharing the untapped power of existing computers. The u170 access device and ncomputing vspace software work together to efficiently harness excess computi...

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    Usb virtual desktop (model u170) user guide page 7 minimum system requirements host computer for multiuser applications the host computer operating system can be windows server 2003 r2 sp2 (standard or enterprise edition, 32-bit), windows server 2008 sp2 (standard or enterprise, 32-bit. For more inf...

  • Page 8: Install The Hardware

    Usb virtual desktop (model u170) user guide page 8 access devices for each u170 station you will need: • usb keyboard and mouse • monitor (resolution support below) • optional: speakers, headphones, and/or microphone with mini stereo connector • optional: usb devices and usb cables (connect directly...

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    Usb virtual desktop (model u170) user guide page 9 connection options the u170 may be attached to a pc through any usb 2.0 compliant connection method. This includes the use of usb 2.0 hubs, usb 2.0 extension cables, and usb 2.0 active extenders. Each segment of a usb connection from device to host,...

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    Usb virtual desktop (model u170) user guide page 10 mounting and security using two screws (provided) you can attach the xd2 to the back of an lcd monitor that has vesa compliant mounting holes as shown below. To secure the u170 device, a slot has been provided in between the mounting screw holes to...

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    Usb virtual desktop (model u170) user guide page 11 6. The next screen in the hardware wizard will show that the operating system has identified the u170 device and will ask “what would you like the wizard to do?” choose “install the software automatically [recommended].

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    Usb virtual desktop (model u170) user guide page 12 7. The next screen of the hardware installation wizard is a warning. Press, “continue anyway” 8. You have now completed the hardware installation wizard, press finish to continue. 9. You will repeat these steps for each u170 device connected to the...

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    Usb virtual desktop (model u170) user guide page 13 user setup there are two options for setting up users on a multiuser system: 1. Local users: for small installations, you can use the user management tool in microsoft to add local users. 2. Workgroup or domains: if there is already a workgroup or ...

  • Page 14: Product Registration

    Usb virtual desktop (model u170) user guide page 14 windows server 2003 user account management screen product registration the u170 usb virtual desktop and vspace software that you install on a computer must be registered with ncomputing. Prior to registration, user sessions will be limited to 60 m...

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    Usb virtual desktop (model u170) user guide page 15 online registration if the pc where you have installed vspace software has a connection to the internet for http and https, simply follow the registration wizard to: 1. Fill out your registration information. 2. Automatically discover the device se...

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    Usb virtual desktop (model u170) user guide page 16 5. Once you have the returned file, restart the registration wizard and select “complete offline registration”. Pc upgrade or card migration to another pc the registration process assigns your vspace software license and u170 virtual desktop to the...

  • Page 17: Additional Features

    Usb virtual desktop (model u170) user guide page 17 vspace software updates once you have successfully completed the registration process, you can update the software directly over the internet by selecting “update vspace” from the “start” menu or from the system tray menu. (provided those updates f...

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting Guide

    Usb virtual desktop (model u170) user guide page 18 3. Click the checkbox to “enable” the “running program” fields can be used to designate a single application to be displayed without the underlying windowing system. This may be used for kiosk or digital signage applications. Troubleshooting guide ...

  • Page 19: Glossary

    Usb virtual desktop (model u170) user guide page 19 glossary administrator: a person who is responsible for managing a multi-user computing environment, such as a local area network (lan). Administrator responsibilities typically include: installing and configuring system hardware and software; esta...