Up to eleven users on one PC? Absolutely-today's PCs are so powerful that the vast majority of people use only a small fraction of their available computing power. The X-series taps the unused capacity so that up to eleven users can simultaneously share a single PC. Each user gets their own virtual workspace (applications, settings, files, and preferences), but at a fraction of what it would cost with individual computers. So even though eleven people share a single system, they each get their own rich PC experience.
Easy to install
Each X-series kit contains the powerful, award-winning vSpace desktop virtualization software, a PCI card, and XD2 access devices. Each X350 kit adds three users to a low profile PC while the X550 kit adds five users to a full-sized PC. Setting it up is easy: just install the PCI card and virtualization software on the shared PC. Then connect the access devices to the PCI card with standard cables. Finally, connect each user's monitor, keyboard, and mouse to their access device. That's all-it's as simple as an appliance. Now, multiple users can enjoy their own independent virtual desktops. Add a second kit and even more users can simultaneously share a single PC-up to 11 with the X550.
Powerful flexibleSoftware applications run simultaneously and independently on each virtual desktop. Users don't even know that they are sharing a PC! Your staff and users won't need special training. They will also love getting their desk space back-the XD2 access devices are tiny, silent, mount on the back of the monitor, and have no moving parts. Yet they give each user a rich Windows or Linux workspace. Users enjoy multimedia with sound and full-motion video at screen resolutions of up to 1280x1024 or 1440x900 (wide screen).
Economical efficientWith the NComputing X-series, you can easily lower your computing hardware and support costs by up to 75%. You will also save money on electricity. The highly efficient X-series uses only 1 watt per added user (compared to 110 watts for a typical PC). With a long useful life and weighing just a few ounces, the NComputing solution also greatly reduces e-waste. It is clearly the greenest computing solution on earth.
Hardware | |
| Size | XD2 access device: Width: 119mm, Depth: 82mm,Height: 27mm
X350:half-height PCI card fits in small-form-factor or full sized Pcs
X550:full-height PCI card requires full-sized PCs |
| Power requirement | Each XD2 access device requires approximately 1 watt of power |
| LED indicator on XD2 | Green LED located on front of access device indicates power/connection established |
| LED indicator on XD2 | Green LED located on front of access device indicates power/connection established |
| Video resolution | 1440x900, 1360x768, 1280x1024, 1280x800, 1280x720, 1024x768, and 800x600, 16-bit color, 60 Hz refresh rate |
| Connection to shared PC | Standard Category 5e UTP (unshielded twisted pair) cable up to 5 meters / 16 feet Standard Category 6 STP (shielded twisted pair) cable up to 10 meters / 33 feet |
| Audio | Stereo output via speaker port |
| Data security | No local data storage on device USB ports on shared PC can be assigned to different users (Note: local user access to USB ports requires separate USB extension cables - not included.) |
| Environmental | 0 to 40 degrees Celsius 10 to 85% relative humidity (non-condensing) No moving parts (permits use in high dust / particulate / vibration environments) |
| Certifications | FCC Class B, CE, MIC, RoHS |
| Maximum number of users per PC* | Depends on the speed and performance of the PC |
| Operating temperature and humidity range | 0 to 40 degrees Celsius 10 to 85% relative humidity (non-condensing) |
| Supported operating systems** | Microsoft Windows and Linux (refer to the support section of the NComputing website for the latest supported versions) |
vSpace desktop virtualization software |
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| Supported operating systems | Windows and Linux (refer to the support section of the NComputing website for the latest supported versions) |
| PC configuration | See Recommended Product Selection Guide on the NComputing website |
| Supported software** | Most PC applications, including browsers, e-mail, office suites, media players, educational software and more. Supports multimedia and full-motion video, but is not recommended for intensive 3D software. |
| Kit Contents K350 |
One X350 kit includes three XD2 access
devices, one half-height PCI card (with both
full-height and low-profile brackets), vSpace
software installation CD with user’s guide,
Quick Install Guide, and 6 mounting screws
for monitor mounting.
Shared PC, PS/2 keyboard, PS/2 mouse, speakers, Cat 5e/6 cables, and other peripherals are NOT included and must be purchased separately. |
| Kit Contents X550 |
One X550 kit includes five XD2 access
devices, one full-height PCI card, vSpace
software installation CD with user’s guide,
Quick Install Guide, and 10 mounting screws
for monitor mounting.
Shared PC, PS/2 keyboard, PS/2 mouse, speakers, Cat 5e/6 cables, and other peripherals are NOT included and must be purchased separately. |
| Maximum number of users per PC*** K350 |
Each X350 kit adds three users to a shared PC. A maximum of two kits can be used with one PC to get a total of seven users (three for each kit plus one on the PC). |
| Maximum number of users per PC*** X550 |
Each X550 kit adds five users to a shared PC. A maximum of two kits can be used with one PC to get a total of eleven users (five for each kit plus one on the PC). |
*Please refer to the Microsoft operating system licensing requirements and technical details at www.ncomputing.com/mslicensing. Specific Linux support information is available in the NComputing Knowledge Base.
** Application software, client access and operating system licenses for the shared PC and access devices may be required by the respective software vendor and must be purchased separately.
*** The number of users a PC will support depends on the host system capabilities as well as the applications used and performance expectations for those applications. It is recommended that new customers test their application(s) to establish an appropriate user-to-host ratio.
