X-series desktop virtualization kits
Up to seven 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 NComputing X350 taps the unused capacity so that up to seven 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 seven people share a single system, they each get their own rich PC experience.
Easy to install
Each NComputing X350 kit contains the powerful, award-winning vSpace™ desktop virtualization software, a PCI card, and XD2 access devices. Each NComputing X350 kit adds three users to a low profile PC. Setup 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 7 with the NComputing X350.
Powerful & flexible
Software 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, mount on the back of the monitor, silent, 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 ( widescreen).
Economical & efficient
With the NComputing X350, you can easily lower your computing acquisition and support costs by up to 70%. You will also save money on electricity. The highly efficient NComputing X350 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.
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Key features & benefits:
• Share one PC with up to seven users
• Slash acquisition and support costs up to 70%
• Easy to set up, maintain & secure
• Compact and reliable (no fans or disks)
• Energy efficient (1 watt per user)
• Supports standard applications including multimedia and full-screen video
• Supports standard and widescreen resolutions (up to 1280x1024 or 1440x900)
• Connect users directly to the shared PC using standard cables up to 10 m (33 ft) long
• Includes powerful vSpace™ desktop virtualization software, PCI card & XD2 access devices
The NComputing X350 is ideal for:
• Classrooms and computer labs
• Business
• Government
• Public access
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| Size |
XD2 access device: Width: 119 mm, Depth: 82 mm, Height: 27 mm
X350: half-height PCI card fits in small-form-factor or full-sized PCs
X550: full-height PCI card requires full-sized PCs |
| Monitor Mounting |
XD2 access devices have built-in mounting holes to attach to the rear of a monitor with VESA-compliant mounting holes. Two screws per XD2 access device are included. |
Power Supply
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No external power adapters are required
Power to the access devices is provided by the PCI card through the Cat 5e or Cat 6 cable |
| Power Requirement |
Each XD2 access device requires approximately 1 watt of power |
| Monitor power-save mode |
Supports power-saving mode with Energy Star-compliant monitors |
| LED indicator on XD2 |
Green LED located on front of access device indicates power/connection established |
Video Resolution
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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
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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.) |
| Certifications |
FCC Class B, CE, MIC, RoHS |
Operating temperature
and humidity range |
0 to 40 degrees Celsius
10 to 85% relative humidity (non-condensing) |
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vSpace desktop virtualization software |
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**
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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. |
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X350 Series |
X550 Series |
Kit Contents
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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. |
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. |
Maximum number of users
per PC*** |
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). |
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). |
Remarks:
* 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. |
NComputing X-350 & X-550 Features Comparison Table:
| Features |
X350 |
X550 |
| Device ports |
3 |
5 |
| Maximum users (1 kit) |
4 |
6 |
| Maximum users (2 kits) |
7 |
11 |
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CONFIGURATIONS:
- X-350 (4-Users)
Each X350 kit includes vSpace software, a low-profile PCI card with 3 ports, and 3 access devices. With one kit, 3 users can be added to the card, and one user can use the shared PC (4 total users). The data cable also supplies the power to the X-series access device.
- X-350 (7-Users)
Each X350 kit includes vSpace software, a low-profile PCI card with 3 ports, and 3 access devices. With two kits, 3 users can be added to each card (6 total), and one user can use the shared PC (7 total users). The data cable also supplies the power to the X-series access device.
- X-550 (6-Users)
Each X550 kit includes vSpace software, a full-height PCI card with 5 ports, and 5 access devices. With one kit, 5 users can be added to the card, and one user can use the shared PC (6 total users). The data cable also supplies the power to the X-series access device.
- X-550 (11-Users)
Each X550 kit includes vSpace software, a full-height PCI card with 5 ports, and 5 access devices. With two kits, 5 users can be added to each card (10 total), and one user can use the shared PC (11 total users). The data cable also supplies the power to the X-series access device.
Ncomputing X350 & X550 datasheet can be downloaded here
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