USB Virtual Desktop (Model U170) User Manual
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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 computing capacity and enable multiple
users to share a single computer. Each user gets the full performance and capability of a PC,
including multimedia and video. Best of all, IT staff and end users do not need special training
because the solution is easy to setup and is compatible with standard PC software.
Connect one user per kit or a total of 10 users per host PC
With the NComputing U170, each user has a monitor, keyboard, mouse and speakers (sold
separately), just like in a conventional computing environment. However, instead of connecting
directly to the PC, these peripherals connect to the U170 access device. These very small,
solid-state devices connect with USB cables and optional USB 2.0 hubs to the shared PC (host
PC). The distance between the access device and the shared computer can be a maximum of
20 meters (66 feet) in compliance with standard USB 2.0 specifications on cables and hubs.
The U170 can also be easily attached and secured to the back of a monitor using the built-in
VESA mounting points.
The NComputing vSpace desktop virtualization software (included) divides the PC’s resources
into independent virtual workspaces that give each user their own full PC experience. vSpace
simplifies configuration by automatically assigning the keyboard, mouse, audio and any USB
devices attached to each workstation. In addition, you can take advantage of the auto-login
feature to automatically log in a user, thereby making the U170 a great product for kiosks,
schools, kids and digital-signage applications.
