Configuring a Windows thin host through Quick Deploy and
Connect
The first time that you use Quick Deploy and Connect to connect to a computer
that runs Windows, pcAnywhere prompts you for configuration information using
the Windows Thin Host Configuration Wizard. You only need to configure the
host properties once. Symantec pcAnywhere reuses these settings for all
subsequent Quick Deploy and Connect sessions with computers that run Windows.
The host that you deploy using Quick Deploy and Connect has a minimal
installation footprint and does not require a system restart for installation. The
Quick Deploy and Connect feature provides limited remote control functionality
and is intended for temporary connections.
Note:
You must have administrator rights on the computer to which you want to
connect. The Quick Deploy and Connect feature is not supported on any of the
Windows XP Home/Vista Home editions due to limitations in these operating
systems. See “ Connecting to a computer that does not have a host running”
on page 130.
To configure a Windows thin host through Quick Deploy and Connect
1
In Advanced View, on the left navigation bar, under pcAnywhere Manager,
click Quick Deploy and Connect.
2
To open the Windows Thin Host Configuration Wizard, under Actions, click
Configure for Windows.
The wizard guides you through the setup process. If you try to deploy a host
before you set the properties, the wizard opens automatically. You are
prompted for the logon credentials for the host computer first.
3
In the Windows Thin Host Configuration Wizard, read the information on
the first panel, and then click Next.
4
In the Host name box, type the name that you want to use for the host.
You can leave this box blank to configure the host name to be the same as
the computer name.
Controlling another computer remotely
Connecting to a computer that does not have a host running
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