2X VirtualDesktopServer

2X VirtualDesktopServer 9 Opens the Door for iPhone, iPad and Android Integration with any Windows IT Infrastructure

ith the release of the 2X VirtualDesktopServer 9,  the seamless delivery of enterprise Windows applications and desktops to iPhones, iPads and Android devices is now a reality.

2X Software Ltd., the international developer of virtualization and server based computing software, today announced the release of the 2X VirtualDesktopServer v9, offering application and virtual desktop delivery to PCs, workstations and mobile devices, including iPhone, iPad and Android connectivity. The release also continues to improve upon the implementation and management of virtualized IT infrastructures, such as Microsoft Terminal Server, Hyper-V or VMware ESX, while also improving environment performance and scalability, making the product ideal for IT infrastructures of all sizes.

“Mobile and flexible connectivity for smart devices and thin clients will play a critical role in tomorrow‘s business IT infrastructure,” explains Nikolaos Makris, CEO of 2X Software. “Eventually, remote applications and desktops will replace the conventional local desktop on fat clients. With 2X VirtualDesktopServer 9, we released a connection broker solution that seamlessly integrates with the existing enterprise IT infrastructures, providing remote applications and desktop delivery to most of today’s client devices .”

Download an evaluation version of 2X VirtualDesktopServer 9.

About 2X VirtualDesktopServer

The 2X VirtualDesktopServer delivers secure, centrally-managed access to virtual desktops (VDI) and applications hosted on Microsoft Hyper-V, VMware vSphere, ESX and ESXi, Parallels Virtuozzo Containers, Citrix XenServer, Oracle VirtualBox, Windows Remote Desktop Services/Windows Terminal Services and other leading virtualization platforms.

New 2X VirtualDesktopServer 9 features include:

2X Client for Mobile Devices

2X Client for iPhone, iPad and Android includes seamless protocol support for mobile devices and features a custom keyboard appearing automatically if input fields are detected.

VDI Pool Management

Pools offer administrators more flexibility when managing an extensive number of guests, especially when they are implemented in large company infrastructures.

Templates

Administrators can automatically create desktops from a single template, making it easier to distribute desktops to users.

VDI Guest/PC Agent Installation

VDI guests and PC agents can be remotely installed and support templates, seamless applications, universal printing and universal scanning. The new agents allow users to deploy applications to the local desktop directly from remote servers.

2nd Level Authentication

2X VirtualDesktopServer 9 now additionally supports SafeNet and Aladdin two-factor authentication solutions.

Additional New Features

Wyse Desktop Broker support, Parallels Server v4 support and settings replication for the 2X Web Access Portal.

For more additional features for the 2X VirtualDesktopServer 9 please click here.

About 2X

2X Software offers tailor-made, easy-to-implement and cost-effective server based and virtual computing solutions, including the award-winning 2X VirtualDesktopServer and 2X ApplicationServer, as well as the 2X ThinClientServer and 2X LoadBalancer. With their trademark affordability and simplicity, as well as the unique 2X per-server licensing model, 2X products unlock the full potential of virtualization platforms by improving desktop manageability, security and performance. For more information, please visit: http://www.2x.com.

2X VirtualDesktopServer Version 9 Beta Now Available

This version includes some important features which continue to improve the implementation and management of virtualized IT infrastructures independent of the installed virtualization platform, such as Microsoft Terminal Server, Hyper-V or VMware ESX. In addition, 2X improves performance and scalability, making the product suitable for IT infrastructures of any size. As they look into the future, 2X will continue to focus on client development and manageability for all popular Smart Device Operating Systems including iOS, Android and Windows 7 Mobile.

“With today’s release of 2X VirtualDesktopServer/ApplicationServer-v9 Beta, and the upcoming availability of Version 9, we invite our customers, partners and members of the public to install, test and provide feedback for what we expect to be one of our most ambitious and important releases to date,” explains Paul Gafa, CTO of 2X Software. "It has been 5 years since the first release of 2X VDS / AppServer. Since then, the product has established itself as one of the leading enterprise-caliber, application and desktop delivery products on the market. With millions of 2X Clients installed on devices such as PC’s, laptops, iPhones, iPads and Android devices, 2X has set the standard for certified quality, performance and stability."

To download and test the Version 9 Beta please follow this link: http://www.2x.com/vdsbeta

New Features for this Release Include:

New 2X Clients for Mobile Devices
2XClient for iPhone, iPad & Android
Includes seamless protocol support for mobile devices and features a custom keyboard that will appear if input fields are detected.

Pool Management
Pools offer administrators more flexibility when managing an extensive number of guests, especially when they are implemented in large company infrastructures. Possible members for pool management may include all guests in the farm, all guests in a host, individual guests, native pools, pools within pools and templates.

2X Templates
Administrators can automatically create desktops from a single template, making it easier to distribute desktops to users. Templates are supported on the following Hyper-visor technologies: VMWare Server 2, VMWare ESXi, VMWare VCentre, Citrix XEN, Parallels 4, Hyper-V (in development).

2X templates are deployable in the following guest client operating systems: XP, Vista, Windows 7, and Windows Client.

VDI Guest/PC Agent Installation
The new Guest and PC Agent can be remotely installed from the console. When installed, VDS v9 supports templates (VDI Guests agents only), seamless applications, universal printing, and universal scanning. It will also reduce traffic on the VDI Agent. The new agents allow users to deploy applications which integrate in the local desktop directly from the remote server.

New 2nd Level Authentication
2X VDS v9 now supports SafeNet/Aladdin software.

Windows Client
With client-side logging, users can track information from past connections, offering a useful administration tool if problems occur. This is also helpful in identifying potential problems that may arise in the future.

Additional New Features
2X VDS v9 now supports Wyse Desktop Broker support meaning you can now deploy any of their published objects (applications, desktops) from terminal servers, VDI Hosts and PC’s. Includes support for Parallels Server v4 and 2X Web Access Portal replication of settings.

About 2X VirtualDesktopServer
The 2X VirtualDesktopServer delivers secure, centrally-managed access to virtual desktops (VDI) and applications hosted on Microsoft Hyper-V, VMware vSphere, ESX, and ESXi, Parallels Virtuozzo Containers, Citrix XenServer, Oracle VirtualBox, Windows Remote Desktop Services/Windows Terminal Services and other leading virtualization platforms.

Please see our 2X VirtualDesktopServer features list for more information.

Obtaining the Free Full Version 8
2X offers a free 3-connection license of 2X VirtualDesktopServer, available by visiting: 2X VirtualDesktopServer - Free Download. Organizations can use the trial version to seamlessly tunnel up to 3-connections per server to remote desktops.

To download and test the Beta Version 9 please follow this link: http://www.2x.com/vdsbeta

2X Unites Application and Desktop Virtualization With Thin Client Management

The release of 2X VirtualDesktopServer Version 8 makes remote virtual application and desktop delivery to thin clients and PCs a truly seamless experience.

Dallas, TX, February 1, 2010 – 2X Software announced today the release of Version 8 of its 2X ApplicationServer and 2X VirtualDesktopServer products. To meet the growing needs of businesses of all sizes, Version 8 not only includes the ability to publish applications and virtual desktops, but also allows the management of user thin client configurations from within the application console, creating an all-in-one application for remote publishing and device management. The new release will further reduce IT administration hassles, by allowing centralized control of both device groups and published resources.

"Version 8 of the 2X VirtualDesktopServer and 2X ApplicationServer allows administrators, for the first time, to deploy and manage VDI sessions and thin clients using a single management source," explained Nikolaos Makris, CEO of 2X Software. "We’ve also included additional features, such as Universal Scanning, and continue to focus upon building reliable, innovative and cost-effective solutions serving businesses of all sizes."

About the 2X VirtualDesktopServer
2X VirtualDesktopServer v. 8 publishes any Windows application or virtual desktop to remote devices, including thin clients and Windows, Mac and Linux PCs, without the need to install applications or desktops to local machines. The 2X VirtualDesktopServer also serves as a connection broker for the Microsoft Hyper-V, VMware ESX, Parallels Containers and Windows Terminal Server virtualization platforms, offering significant administration and support savings. The 2X VirtualDesktopServer is designed to be highly cost-effective from the beginning of implementation, with a pricing structure based upon the number of agents (servers) installed, rather than the number of concurrent users, creating a favorable combination of pricing and features for businesses of all sizes.

New Features for V. 8:

• Managing Client Settings: Administrators will now have the ability to control user settings directly from the management console.
• Zero-Management Thin Clients: Includes all components necessary to convert any device to a thin client.
• Management of 2X SecureClientGateways: Allows administrators to remotely install and manage multiple 2X SecureClientGateways.
• Windows CE Clients: Ensures that Windows CE clients will have the same functionality as standard XP and Vista clients.
• Scanner (TWAIN) Redirection: TWAIN redirection, similar to the 2X Universal Printing feature, allows all devices using TWAIN technology to use hardware connected to client devices, including scanners and digital cameras.

Easy to Use, Yet Powerful
The 2X development team has ensured our new release hits the right button with users: for administrators, it’s easy to setup and manage, providing simple step-by-step wizards, while for end-users, it’s quick and easy to use, with a clear, easily-navigable Windows-style client.

Pricing & Availability
Pricing starts from as little as $1190 (900 EUR) for the 2X VirtualDesktopServer Small Business Edition, managing a single terminal server without user or connection limitations.

More product information and a free trial version of the product are available here.

About 2X
2X Software Ltd develops enterprise server-based virtual computing software, enabling desktop virtualization and application streaming on personal computers and thin client devices. Its product line, which includes the award-winning 2X VirtualDesktopServer and 2X ApplicationServer, is easily scalable, installable, and manageable with straightforward licensing, resulting in product prices far below those of competitors. For more information, please visit: http://www.2x.com/.