VDI Client Comparison Thick, Thin, and PCoIP Zero Clients
Agenda > Thick, Thin, and PCoIP Zero Clients > Repurposed PCs to Thin Clients > Thin Clients > PCoIP Zero Clients > Total Cost of Ownership Review > Architecture Comparison > Summary 3
Thick, Thin, and PCoIP Zero Clients THICK CLIENT THIN CLIENT PCoIP ZERO CLIENT > A conventional PC with Operating System > Requires significant local processing power, memory and disk storage > Stripped down Operating System > Manages initial start-up and connection to the desktop server > No Operating System > No configuration > No moving parts > Nothing is stored on it 4
Repurposed PCs Converting PCs to Thin Clients > Decreases initial cost of VDI, but can increase ongoing expenses > Open-source software to strip PC down to bare bones is a major effort > Testing configuration across PC hardware platforms to develop a deployment methodology is time-intensive > PCs need constant software level maintenance, regular OS patches, and updated antivirus software > PCs have an average lifespan of 4 years; a repurposed PC has the same hardware and same lifespan > Repurposed thin client PCs require more maintenance than a dedicated thin or zero client > Media ports and hard drives are vulnerable to security breach, thin client software on top of an operating system is still susceptible 5
Managing the Repurposed PC Extra management required with a PC Only configuration changes are needed on a zero client View Client for Windows/Linux Configuration Changes Graphics, Network and other Device Drivers Hidden Windows or Linux OS reliability and security updates Hardware (fans,hard disk, etc.) 6
Thin Clients > No moving parts, consumes less power than a PC, costs less than a PC > Flexible > More secure than a PC, no hard drive or removable media ports so users cannot install unauthorized software > Requires higher skill level of IT staff for deployment and maintenance, may include training and outsourcing costs > Thin client vendors charge recurring maintenance fees for access to firmware, client OS s, and patches 7
With PCoIP zero clients we are never scrambling to repair someone s computer. BRIAN DIAL Network Administrator; Rummel, Klepper & Kahl, LLP 8
Performance Comparison: Tera2 Zero Client vs. Typical Thin Clients PERFORMANCE COMPARISON (AVERAGE MPPS) 47 fps MPPS 14 fps 6 fps 2 fps DM8148 ARM CortexTM-A8 VIA Eden X2 U4200 1GHz AMD G-T48E DualCore Tera2 1GHz DualCore 1.4GHz Zero Client Thin Client Thin Client Thin Client Performance measured playing video content on 1 monitor, full screen, 1280x720 resolution Mpps = Pixel transfer rate between server and client mega pixels per second. fps = frames per second 9
PCoIP Zero Clients 1 2 3 Features Powerful hardware decode Multiple form factors Zero maintenance 4Ultra secure Benefits Teradici TERA processor for PCoIP Available from 50+ vendors Desktop devices, All-In- Ones, even a notebook No OS, browser or drivers No codecs, patches or viruses No local storage, just a 5MB firmware No attack surface, no application data, just pixels 1M ZERO CLIENTS HAVE ALREADY SHIPPED to enterprises worldwide 10
Highest Level of Security and Ease of Management Centrally Managed Persistent Data > No local storage > Only hardware decode for encrypted PCoIP data Encrypted PCoIP pixels are sent Persistent application data locked down in VDI server No application data is ever delivered to PCoIP Zero Client 11
A Comprehensive Suite of Security Features > Best VDI client on the market for security-critical deployments > No Windows/ Linux OS and no hard drive SECURITY FEATURE No Windows/Linux OS No persistent user data No application data sent over network SIPR hardware token support SECURITY BENEFIT No viruses or spyware, no patches, no maintenance No local storage to lock up at night Only fully AES-encrypted pixels are sent over the network Supports secure SIPR authentication mandated by DoD 802.1x network authentication Allows network devices to be authenticated before use Fiber support (100BASE-FX) IPv6 ready Support for CAC/PIV smart cards Fiber option to further secure endpoints on network Ready for government mandates for IPv6 deployments Supports a variety of CAC/PIV smart cards required by federal and government agencies 12
Power and Cooling Saves 800kWh+ per year plus the cooling to dissipate all that energy Save $50 per year for every replaced PC Consumes as much as 120 watts < 15 watts of power PCoIP Zero Clients PCs 13
Power Calculator (BC Hydro Authority) ZERO CLIENT WITH MONITOR PC WITH MONITOR http://www.bchydro.com/appcalc/pg1.asp?id=14 14
PCoIP Zero Clients vs. Repurposed PCs Three Year TCO Operating System Hardware Platform ZERO CLIENTS Hardware Client with no application operating system Simple zero client architecture, no fan or hard disk RE-PURPOSED PCs x Windows or Linux Operating System Multiple mechanical components Virus Protection Not required no attack surface for viruses or malware Local virus protection required Security Simple stateless client with hardware USB authorization Requires standard PC hardening practices Power Usage < 12W Average 120W Required Updates Only for new features enhancements Regular OS, antivirus, VDI and other client updates 15
PCoIP Zero Clients vs. Thin Clients ZERO CLIENTS RE-PURPOSED PCs PCoIP ZERO CLIENTS Operating System Hardware Client with no application operating system Browser or Windows operating system No Browsers or Windows OS No second Tuesday OS patches No anti-virus, anti-spyware bare minimum attack surface Software Platform Tiny firmware image footprint Full software image often less than 2Gb Virus Protection Not required no attack surface for viruses or malware Local virus protection may still be required No upgrades for new Apps/OS Investment protection Data center determines performance No CPU, flash or memory limitations Longer life cycle than thin clients Security Simple stateless client with hardware USB authorization Windows OS and browser still requires patches/updates Better user experience No hard drive or fan Low power and heat Performance 50 Mpps VDI and up to 250 Mpps workstation performance CPU limited at 5-20 Mpps on average Superior USB authorization Required Updates Only for new features enhancements Regular OS, antivirus, VDI and other client updates 16
Mainstream PC and Thin Client Architecture Requires many x86 client components X86 CLIENT COMPONENTS EXAMPLE CPU s Intel Atom/Core2Duo AMD Sempron Via Eden RAM Video RAM Graphics GPU (optional) X86 CPU North Bridge DISPLAY 1 DISPLAY 2 USB AUDIO 10/100 South Bridge 10/100/1000 GE PCIe Controller Non Volatile Storage 17
Mainstream PC and Thin Client Architecture Requires many x86 client components X86 CLIENT COMPONENTS EXAMPLE CPU s Intel Atom/Core2Duo AMD Sempron Via Eden x RAM Video RAM x Graphics GPU (optional) x X86 CPU x North Bridge DISPLAY 1 DISPLAY 2 USB AUDIO 10/100 x South Bridge PCoIP Zero Clients: the most efficient client architecture 10/100/1000 x GE PCIe Controller Non Volatile Storage 18
Wide Industry Adoption of PCoIP Technology HEALTHCARE Secure patient data in the data center, provide flexible access throughout facility, provide high-resolution lossless viewing capability for medical images EDUCATION Engage students with rich secure computing experiences, focus on teaching not troubleshooting, simple to deploy and manage GOVERNMENT Secure sensitive information, provide secure remote access and peripheral (USB) authorization FINANCIAL SERVICES Eliminate the heat and noise of multiple workstations, provide immediate moves, adds, changes MEDIA AND ENTERTAINMENT Prevent loss of intellectual property, eliminate heat and noise at the desk, support off-shore contract workers MANUFACTURING Centralize large proprietary CAD data files, eliminate heat and noise at workstations, provide third party suppliers secure remote access 19
Summary PCoIP Zero Clients > Highly secure > Easy to manage zero maintenance > Lowest operational cost > Maximum possible user experience > Additional Resources Cost savings calculator Security Brief PCoIP Zero Client overview video Zero Clients vs repurposed PCs white paper Firmware download from techsupport.teradici.com Teradici.com/ZeroClient My PCoIP Zero Clients have provided a seamless and consistent desktop experience for my end users while at the same time decreasing my capital expenditures and improving the back end management by my IT staff. Scott Chille IT Director, Mason City Clinic 20
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