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SoftXpand 3.3 User Manual

1. depending if SoftXpand Xpress is currently running or stopped i e an Admin Tools management console opened while SoftXpand Xpress is running will have different options than when it is ran in Host Console Windows session when SoftXpand Xpress is stopped Opening Admin Tools The Admin Tools management console can be launched in three ways e Clicking the Open Admin Tool link in the SoftXpand Xpress Control Panel e Selecting Admin Tools in Windows Start gt All Programs gt SoftXpand e Right clicking the Host Tray Icon and selecting Admin Tools The Admin Tools Management Console Admin Tools is an MMC 3 0 snap in It consists of 2 major parts the components tree on the left side pane and the work area on the right side pane Selecting a node in the left pane will immediately display the relevant data in the right pane Available nodes are e Host for configuring all Host settings e Workstations for configuring individual Workstations License for viewing the current license and for activating SoftXpand Xpress soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Host The options included in the Host Computer _Name node apply to the global behavior of the Host and are all available under the Host context menu Note that the options are available at any given time depending upon user privileges the current desktop on which you are present SoftXpand Xpress
2. Display Workstation Location ID N CI 3 0 0 1 1 N j amp PCI 3 0 0 2 Workstation B C Edit mode To view the mapping of any device Select the relevant device in the drop down list and select its mapping in the below table To assign or to reassign a monitor keyboard mouse audio device removable disk virtual IP and local printer follow this procedure e Inthe drop down list select the type of device to remap e Select the Edit mode check box to change the mapping settings e Select the left hand side check box of the desired device to be assigned to the Workstation e Click Apply or OK to save and to close Edit mode check box The check box must be selected in order to enable assigning devices to a Workstation Reset button The Reset button is available only when the Edit mode check box is selected and may be used to reset all mappings to their original settings only if you did not click Apply or OK yet Detect button The Detect button may be used to help you detect the following devices types e Monitor selecting a monitor from the table and clicking Detect will display the monitor number on the appropriate screen connected and operating monitor e Audio device selecting an audio out device from the table and clicking Detect will play a test sound connected to speakers headphones Note In case that the check box Disable attachmen
3. Enhanced support tools for end users and administrators e New logger tool which enables system monitoring from the SoftXpand installation setup stage e Additional knowledge base documents and information updates e Added command line for Exit SoftXpand actions e SoftXpand help file was rewritten and redesigned For more information see how to use SoftXpand logger What s new in SoftXpand Xpress Version 3 0 An improved start up mechanism which enables a faster Windows logon process A new faster and simpler installation process leading to a quick and immediate system start Substantial SoftXpand Xpress session stability and performance improvements An improved user interface for manual assignment of HID devices such as whiteboards touch screens etc For more details see Mapping Hardware Devices A built in USB removable disk drive letter management and isolation solution e New and improved Administrative Tools interface enabling administrators to control all SoftXpand Xpress settings and configurations through a single tool from any Workstation or remotely For more details see Admin Tools e A new licensing and activation mechanism with improved security that supports Try amp Buy and volume licensing features For more details see Activating SoftXpand Xpress e Anew remote control tool with enhanced security features For more details see Remote Control e Export Import and Reset Settings o
4. Control tab Apply remote control settings to all workstations checkbox is not selected Workstation A Properties Workstation Remote Control Run Programs Device Map Use this tab to configure workstation remote control settings To remote control or observe a user s workstation select the following check box Enable remote control Disable opening remote control windows in full screen To require the user s permission to control or observe the workstation select the following check box Require user s permission Level of control Specify the level of control you want to have over a user s workstation View the user s workstation Interact with the workstation Enable remote control Select this checkbox to enable connecting to this Workstation remotely from another Workstation or from a remote computer Disable opening remote control window in full screen By default remote control windows will be opened in a sized window By un selecting this option the remote control session will be opened in full screen Require user s permission Enable Disable the user s permission whenever a remote connection is established Unselecting this option enables establishing a remote control session to this Workstation freely without any user notification or permission Level of control Select the level of control for the established remote control session The available options are e View th
5. Each such hardware plugged into the Host must be assigned to the relevant user s Workstation so he she can access and work with it By default after SoftXpand Xpress is installed all keyboards mice and other HID devices attached to the host will be mapped to the primary monitor By default after SoftXpand Xpress is installed all audio devices and removable disks if any are connected to the Host during installation connected to the host will be mapped to the Host Console In simple terms each Workstation is a monitor screen Each Workstation must have a minimum set of a keyboard and mouse to enable basic user activity with optional HID and audio devices Removable disks USB port can also be mapped per Workstation IP addresses can be mapped per application process For best practice the most recommended hardware setup is a basic star topology allocating a dedicated Host USB port per Workstation and connecting a single USB hub to it to which only that Workstation s devices are connected Assigning Keyboards and Mice to Workstations There are 3 methods to map keyboards and mice to monitors e Manual mapping This is mainly done following a SoftXpand Xpress installation A device assignment instruction in each Workstation s logon dialog will indicate which Ctrl Shift F will be used to assign the keyboard and mouse to it a number digit For each Workstation click the relevant Ctrl Shift F key combination release
6. O Program Files My Documents Shared Documents My Computer Microsoft Corporatic WMMZERES dll 2 1 4026 0 Windows Movie Mak WMM2FILT dll 2 1 4026 0 Movie Maker Filters WMM2FxB dll 2 1 4026 0 Windows Movie Mak WMM2RES dll 2 1 4026 0 ma Shared WMM2AE dll M 2 1 4026 0 shindo Mos Softxpand Application Runner Pin to Start menu Send To WMMZRES D a a a a E My Network Places Cut Copy Create Shortcut Delete Rename Properties sie Maker Auto Edit e Maker Ext e Maker FX Creating a permanent operating point for running applications through Application Runner You can create a shortcut to the application that will start it automatically using the application runner 1 Create a shortcut to the application you want to run 2 Right click the shortcut icon and choose Properties 3 Inthe Target field insert the following syntax ProgramFiles MiniFrame SoftXpand MfOsRunner exe RUN Place the original target path of the application here ACON For example Windows Movie Maker May run on SoftXpand Xpress only by using Application Runner For creating an Application Runner shortcut for Windows Movie Maker you will need to use the exact following syntax ProgramFiles MiniFrame SoftXpand MfOsRunner exe RUN ProgramFiles Movie Maker moviemk exe ACON Shortcut to moviemk Properties General Shortcut Compatibility Security
7. Workstation A Properties Workstation Remote Control Run Programs Device Map Workstation name orkstation amp Workstation mode Native Enable auto start C Enable auto logon Manually keyboard assignment shortcut key Ctrl Shift F1 Workstation name Enables changing a Workstation s name for easier future recognition and configuration The Name may be the user s private name the location of the Workstation or any other name you wish to call the Workstation Workstation mode Available modes are e Native The Workstation utilizes the video adapter s GPU which results in better graphic and overall performance Any video adapter from MiniFrame s Certified Hardware table will run in Native video mode e Safe The Workstation only utilizes the PC s CPU which in most cases will result in less than optimized performance Use this option for troubleshooting video adapter hazard behavior or when using video cards which are not certified by MiniFrame s Certified Hardware table e Unknown Workstation is inactive Enable auto start Select this option to enable the Workstation to automatically start upon SoftXpand launch Note Unselecting this option for a specific Workstation will cause the Workstation not to start and no desktop will be loaded upon SoftXpand launch Therefore it is recommended to make sure that this option is always selected unle
8. C Disable Workstation to Workstation messaging Workstation Icon Disable workstation icon for all users Enable workstation icon to administrative users only Enable workstation icon to all users Device Notification Policy Enable balloon tip notifications about the following devices Keyboards Mice C Audio devices Manual start Workstation keyboard shortcut keys Ctrl Alt Workstations options Remove balloon tip in the logon dialog Enable Disable the appearance of the balloon tip in the SoftXpand logon dialog When launching SoftXpand for the first time it is recommended not to change this setting from its default If for example the settings were imported from another Host it s recommended to manually unselect this option so that the initial assignment of keyboards and mice will be as easy as possible Import and Export settings name Balloon Tip Appearance On Logon Load desktop in Workstations Enable Disable the desktop to load fully on running Workstations upon logon of SoftXpand Note In order to logoff a Workstation which its desktop is not loaded use the combination of Ctrl Alt Del keys to display the logoff dialog Import and Export settings name Load Desktop in WS Allow to use screen savers in Workstations Enable Disable screen saver on SoftXpand Workstations If the Workstations are running in SAFE video mode it is recommended to disable screen saver in order not to
9. Di Shortcut to moviemk Target type Application Target location Movie Maker Target Start in C Program Files Movie Maker Shortcut key None Run Normal window Comment Application runner shortcut for Windows movie maker sort gt lt pand MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Host Console The Host Console is Windows primary session which while SoftXpand Xpress is running runs in the background or is placed on one of the Host s workstations If the Host Console is in the background it is possible to open that session in an RDP like window Opening the Host Console Windows session remotely is mainly used to troubleshoot SoftXpand Xpress and Host issues and can only be performed while SoftXpand Xpress is running Configuration of the Host Console feature is done in the Host Properties Host Console tab In order to launch the Host Console remote control window open the Admin Tools right click the Host node in the left pane and select Open Host Console Note under default Host Console settings in order to see the Host Console s desktop before connecting remotely do the following e Right click the Host node in the left pane e Select Run Program on Host e Type explorer without quotation marks in the dialog box that will appear and click OK Note Running the Host Console on a physical monitor wh
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11. Softxpand Administrative Tools Workstation na Session Status Display ID Display status Enable auto start Workstation m Ie Host MY EXAMPLE Workstation A Logged on 1 On True Native Bi i a Workstations s workstation B Logon standby 3 On True Native p License Activated eS workstation D Stopped Off True Unknown sb Workstation C Stopped Off True Unknown sb workstation F Stopped off True Unknown sb workstation E Stopped off True Unknown This is the data displayed in the Workstations list Workstation name This name is for easy recognition only and can be edited in the Workstation Properties dialog box Session status Values in this column can be e Logon standby Workstation currently up and running but still not logged onto e Logged on Workstation currently up and running with user logged on e Stopped Workstation is currently not working You can start the workstation by right clicking the workstation and choosing Start Workstation More information at the bottom of this page e Error something is wrong e Starting in the progress of starting e Stopping in the progress of stopping Display ID The Windows display ID of the Workstation s monitor Display status The column displays Workstation s monitor status On or Off When SoftXpand isn t running a Primary status will show which Workstation resides on the Windows Primary monito
12. Workstation Host Console etc Note For configuring individual Workstation behavior please refer to the Workstation section Right click the Host Computer _Name node to open a context menu which will enable the following options e Start Host Select this option in order to start all SoftXpand Xpress Workstations By default this option will open the SoftXpand Xpress Control Panel which enables you to start SoftXpand Xpress By selecting this option while SoftXpand Xpress is already running all stopped Workstations will start the Enable auto start check box in Workstation Properties must be marked See the SoftXpand Xpress Control Panel and Running SoftXpand Xpress for more information e Shutdown SoftXpand Select this option to open the Shutdown SoftXpand Xpress dialog From the Shutdown SoftXpand Xpress dialog choose the desired Exit action By using the Shutdown SoftXpand Xpress dialog one the following 5 actions can be performed Logoff user This option will be available only if a user is still logged on Shutdown my workstation Only the current workstation will be switched off Note the option of shutdown my workstation will be available only when the Enable shutdown workstation for all users checkbox is selected in the Workstation preferences tab Exit to Windows All Workstations will be stopped and all monitors will go blank except for the Windows Primary monitor which
13. Xpress which affects all workstations requires a password The default exit password is miniframe case sensitive To change the password refer to the Host Properties Settings tab These are the ways in which to Exit SoftXpand Xpress Logging off the workstation and then clicking the Shut Down button e Go to Windows Start gt Logoff e After the SoftXpand Xpress logon dialog appears click the Options button and then click the Shutdown button e Inthe Shutdown SoftXpand Xpress dialog that appears choose the desired action fill in the Exit password if needed and click OK Using the Ctrl Alt Del dialog box e While in a SoftXpand Xpress session click the Ctrl Alt Del combination keys to open the SoftXpand Xpress Security dialog box e Click on the Shutdown button e Inthe Shutdown SoftXpand Xpress dialog that appears choose the desired action fill in the Exit password if needed and click OK Using Admin Tools e Go to Windows Start gt All Programs gt SoftXpand and select Admin Tools e Right click the Host node in the left pane and select Shutdown SoftXpand e Inthe Shutdown SoftXpand Xpress dialog that appears choose the desired action fill in the Exit password if needed and click OK Using the Workstation tray icon e While in SoftXpand Xpress workstation right click the Workstation Tray Icon and select Shutdown SoftXpand e In
14. are IP dependant Running multiple instances of the same application is thus made impossible since the PC only has one IP address Refer to Multi IP applications for more information e Screen resolution changing application Some applications change the screen resolution upon loading This feature is not naturally supported by SoftXpand Refer to Screen resolution changing applications for more information Securing and isolating the user This issue relates to SoftXpand s ability to secure the single user s data and isolate it from other users data Refer to User Security and isolation for more information If you were unable to resolve your application issues contact MiniFrame s support at support miniframe com for specific solutions soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Single Instance Applications Some applications can only run a single instance on a single PC The issue preventing these applications to run can be one of the following e Single process Only one instance of that application s Windows process can run at any given time e Share violation The application may allow multiple instances to load but limits all instances to using the same resources files databases etc which leads to a sharing violation and effectively prevents the separate applications instances from running Resolving this issue can be done by copying the application s installation
15. as disk cleanup and defragment Note once SoftXpand Xpress is installed it is most recommended to uninstall it prior to any Host Windows maintenance To reserve SoftXpand Xpress s configurations for reinstallation use the Import Export feature sort gt lt pand MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Installing SoftXpand Xpress Following is the collective list of actions to take when installing SoftXpand Xpress Note Be sure to implement all hardware and software preparations before continuing e Download SoftXpand Xpress s installation file SoftXpand exe at New to SoftXpand registration required http www miniframe com downloads asp MiniFrame Partners http www miniframe com partners existing asp e For activating SoftXpand Xpress prepare a valid license Note SoftXpand Xpress s default setup is licensed for installing up to 6 Workstations in a Cluster for a 30 day Trial period SoftXpand Xpress may be activated at the end of the installation or later e Log on to Windows using a user account with administrative privileges e Locate and run the SoftXpand installation file The SoftXpand Xpress Install Shield Wizard will open e When prompted click Next e Read and approve the Software License Agreement mark I accept and click Next e Click Install to start the installation e When prompted to allow Hardware Installation click Continue Anywa
16. extra care as it will also un assign all mappings of audio devices to all workstations and re assign them back the Host Console Mapping removable USB disks to Workstations USB removable disks can be mapped to a workstation This is done by assigning the USB port to which the removable disk is plugged in to to the Workstation Any removable disk which will be plugged into the assigned USB port will be automatically mapped to the Workstation and only that Workstation will be able to see the removable disk and have access to it When deploying a SoftXpand Xpress cluster it is recommended to assign for each Workstation a USB port or a number of USB ports which will be used for connecting USB removable disks The assignment of USB removable disk to a Workstation is done through the Workstation Properties Device Map tab The easiest way to do so is e Log onto all SoftXpand Xpress Workstations e On each Workstation open the Workstation Properties Device Map tab from the Workstation tray icon e Connect a USB removable disk to a designated USB port and assign it to the Workstation e Do so for each USB port per Workstation To return all removable disk assignments back to the installation defaults you can use the Reset Settings button in Removable disk tab under Host Properties Mapping other HID to Workstations Most HID devices can be mapped to specific workstations Contact MiniFrame s support team at support
17. folder to an additional location and then renaming the EXE file name and running the application from two different locations with two different EXE file names By doing so two separate processes will be run Another way for resolving this issue is done using a virtual application tool which can create several isolated user environments on a single PC in which separate instances of the same problematic application can load and effectively run soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Multi IP Applications Some applications licenses are IP dependant Running multiple instances of the same application is thus made impossible since the PC only has one IP address Resolving this issue can be done first by finding a version of the application that is compatible with multi user environments For example check to see if the application has a version which supports Terminal Server Thin Clients Citrix etc as a general rule if the application has a version compatible with Terminal Server it should be able to run on SoftXpand as well Another option for resolving this issue is done using virtual IP addresses You can configure SoftXpand multi IP using Virtual IPs tab under Host properties and configuring the IP address per Workstation using the Device Map tab See Mapping Hardware devices for more information Note alternative 3 party virtual IP solutions can be optional to use in case the abov
18. information Sof pand xpress 3 3 0 533 Release notes Release Notes Website http www miniframe com Support http www miniframe com knowledge base html Contact us http www miniframe com about us contact us html EULA SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS BEFORE OPENING THIS PACKAGE OR INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE INTO THE COMPUTER MEANS YOU ACCEPT THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND UNDERSTAND THAT THEY WILL BE LEGALLY BINDING ON YOU AND ANY END USER IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THEM OR DO NOT WANT THEM TO BE BINDING ON YOU YOU SHOULD NOT INSTALL THE SOFTWARE INTO THE COMPUTER AND PROMPTLY RETURN THE PACKAGE Itis hereby understood and agreed that MiniFrame Israel Inc Licensor is the owner of all title interests and intellectual nronerty tights in and ta the accamnantwzine anfhrare nrnorami a Release notes Use this link to see the SoftXpand version release notes It contains information regarding new features known issues and quick installation guide Website A link to MiniFrame s website Support A link to MiniFrame s Knowledge Base website where you can find information regarding hardware and software related issues manuals how to s and other technical related information Contact us Use this link to contact either MiniFrame Support or MiniFrame Marketing EULA MiniFrame s End User License Agreement soft gt lt pandad MiniFr
19. miniframe com for more details Mapping IP Addresses IP addresses are not mapped to Workstations but rather to processes To map IP address to a process use the Device map tab of the Workstation Properties dialog box In the device type drop down menu change the Device type to IP Address and add the relevant applications and their respective IP addresses as needed NOTE Those applications must first be enabled for Virtual IP in the Host Properties Peripheral Devices Virtual IPs tab NOTE single instance applications cannot use the multi IP feature Mapping local printers Local printers can be mapped to a specific workstation or they can be accessible to all workstations In order to map a local printer to a specific workstation first enable assignment of local printers in the Local printers tab under Peripheral Devices Then use the Device Map to assign a printer to a workstation Note in order to be able to assign Local printers to workstations the Prevent multiple logons with the same user account checkbox must be selected See Workstation Preferences for more information Display Link auto map Any USB Display Link device that has a USB hub such as USB docking stations with Display Link chipset Display Link USB monitors that have USB ports and USB over Ethernet devices containing Display Link chipset will enable automatic device mapping This means that any peripheral device keyboard mouse a
20. of MiniFrame Ltd SoftXpand Xpress Control Panel This simple dialog box offers the following features e Displaying in the top message box general information about the product name version licensing and operational status e Launching SoftXpand Xpress s activation dialog box using the Activate button e Running SoftXpand Xpress using the Start Now button e Launching the Admin Tools management console using the Open Admin Tools link Below are the SoftXpand Xpress Control Panel icons indicating the activation status License is activated SoftXpand Xpress is in trial mode Trial or evaluation has expired Note detailed information regarding the license attributes can be found in the License node soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd The SoftXpand Xpress Tray Icons There are two kinds of SoftXpand Xpress Tray Icons Host s and Workstation s Host Tray Icon After the SoftXpand Xpress installation has completed a Host Tray Icon will appear in the Host Console Windows session system tray The status of the Host tray icon represents the SoftXpand Xpress general status e Atleast one session is alive SoftXpand Xpress is running Ho e No sessions are alive but running SoftXpand Xpress is possible e Something is wrong This icon resides only in Host Console and will not appear in SoftXpand Xpress s Workstations e Double c
21. other devices To enable this SoftXpand divides and allocates the PC s resources and devices into the multiple Workstations Finally SoftXpand uses each device in its native mode enabling the Workstation to support all the device s features e g A supported video card installed on a SoftXpand Host PC will enable the virtual Workstation to utilize all supported features of that card DirectX OpenGL About this Guide This guide is intended for SoftXpand Xpress installers administrators and users It includes information on how to install administer and use the SoftXpand Xpress application The guide contains a shortened yet comprehensive version of the entire SoftXpand written knowledge base The full version can be found on MiniFrame s web site at http Awww miniframe com knowledge base html SoftXpand terminology SoftXpand is a new concept for deploying and managing user Workstations To create a common terminology for better understanding this document and for easier support please familiarize yourself with the following unique SoftXpand terms Host the physical PC on which the SoftXpand software is installed All monitors keyboards mice and other peripheral devices are connected to this computer and all share its resources Workstation an independent desktop environment created by the division of the Host s resources by the SoftXpand application which appears on a dedicated monitor utilizing dedicated ke
22. the primary SoftXpand Workstation As in the initial startup of SoftXpand after installation soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Audio Devices Tab Host MY EXAMPLE Properties Host Console Remote Control Run Programs About Settings Workstation Preferences Peripheral Devices c if Keyboards amp Mice f Virtual IPs Removable Disk Local Printers Audio Devices C Disable Audio Devices C Disable assignment of audio devices to workstations using Device map through Workstation tray icon C Disable Direct Sound support Direct Sound Reset Settings Audio Devices Disable Audio Devices Enable Disable the use of audio devices on the SoftXpand workstations Import and Export settings name Control Audio Devices Disable assignment of audio devices to workstation using Device map through workstation tray icon Enable Disable assignment of audio devices using the Device Map tab in Workstation Properties dialog box when accessed from the Workstation Tray Icon Setting this option will deny the users from adding or changing audio device assignments through their Workstation tray icon but the SoftXpand administrator will still be able to assign audio devices to workstations using Device Map accessed from Admin Tools Import and Export settings name Lock Audio Device map Disable Direct Sound support Enable Di
23. Daw Address C Program Files Movie Maker File and Folder Tasks fai Rename this file By Move this file D Copy this file Publish this file to the Web WMM2I J E mail this file 2 1 40 YK Delete this file WMM2FILT dll 2 1 4026 0 Other Places Movie Maker Filters Program Files WMM2FXB dll 2 1 4026 0 o My Documents Windows Movie Mak O Shared Documents I My Computer WMM2RES dll ki 2 1 4026 0 a My Network Places WMM2RES CJ Shared WMMZ2AE dll kas 2 1 4026 0 Windows Moxie Maker Auto Edit SoftXpand Application Runner i e Maker Ext Pin to Start menu Send To Cut e Maker Fx Col Py i Create Shortcut Delete Rename Properties If the application still fails to run make sure the installation was successful by exiting SoftXpand logging on to Windows and running the application If the installation is not the issue contact MiniFrame s support at support miniframe com for specific assistance Where needed if a single instance of the application runs successfully on a SoftXpand Workstation try running multiple instances of the application on other workstations simultaneously Failure to run multiple instances can be caused by one of the following reasons e Single instance applications Applications which can only run a single instance on a single computer Refer to Single instance applications for more information e Multi IP applications Some applications licenses
24. Logoff Current User On Host Console Specify user account to run SoftXpand Host Console Type in the user name or use the browser to select a user account that will logon to the SoftXpand Host console The user may be local or a domain user Note This will take effect only on SotXpand auto start Import and Export settings name Host Console User Account Open desktop when Host Console starts Use this checkbox to allow the logged on user s desktop to load on SoftXpand s Host Console Note This setting will effect on SoftXpand auto start and manual start Import and Export settings name Host Console Desktop Display Remote Control Host Console Enable Remote Control Enable Disable remote control connection to Host Console This setting applies only when the Host Console is running in the background It will not apply when the Host Console is running on a physical monitor Note This setting applies to remote control the Host Console alone It does not apply to the remote control feature between Workstations Import and Export settings name Host Console Remote Control Allow only administrative users to access Host Console remotely Unselect this option to grant access for all users to remote control the Host Console By default only administrative users will be able to remote control the Host Console Import and Export settings name Host Console Admin Remote Access Disable opening remote control window
25. Tools Import and Export settings name Removable Disk Tray Icon Control Reset Setting Select this option to clear all removable disk assignments to Workstations By clicking the Reset Settings button e All removable disks USB ports that are assigned to workstations and are connected to their port at the time of this action will be released from their assignments and re assigned to the Host Console All removable disks USB ports that are not connected to their port at the time of this action will be removed from the Device Map list sofrt gt lt pand MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Virtual IPs Tab Host MY EXAMPLE Properties Host Console Remote Control Settings Workstation Preferences Keyboards amp Mice Audio Devices Before making virtual IP settings please refer to Soffpand guide C Enable running application in virtual IP select mode include Application image name i e iexplore exe Enable running application in virtual IP Enable Disable running application in virtual multi IP mode Import and Export settings name Multi IP s Application Run Select mode include exclude Select either to include or to exclude a list of application from running in virtual multi IP mode Import and Export settings name Virtual IP s Select mode Application image name i e iexplore exe Type in the name of the pr
26. ab Users will have to type in the Workstation Exit password in order to log off Note SoftXpand Xpress does not support any logon form token finger print identification accept for Windows username and password For more options please refer to the relevant articles in MiniFrame s online knowledge base or contact MiniFrame s support team at support miniframe com soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Exiting SoftXpand Xpress Exit SoftXpand Xpress is done by using the Shutdown SoftXpand Xpress dialog By using the Shutdown SoftXpand Xpress dialog one the following 5 actions can be performed e Logoff user This option will be available only if a user is still logged on e Shutdown my workstation Only the current workstation will be switched off e Exit to Windows All Workstations will be stopped and all monitors will go blank except for the Windows Primary monitor which will display the Windows logon dialog e Shutdown PC The Host will shut down completely e Restart PC The Host will perform a computer restart In the 3 bottom options Exit to Windows Shutdown PC Restart PC exiting SoftXpand Xpress will affect all workstations Therefore extra care must be taken in order to avoid any data loss for any of the workstation s users Make sure all users save their work before initiating the Exit command As an extra means of precaution exiting SoftXpand
27. ab to enable disable virtual IP per application and to set the desired applications to be used in virtual IP environment e Removable Disk Use this tab to configure global USB isolation settings for USB Removable Disk devices Local printers Use this tab to configure local printers isolation sort gt lt pand MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Keyboards amp Mice Tab Host MY EXAMPLE Properties Host Console Remote Control Run Programs About Settings Workstation Preferences j Peripheral Devices C Disable re attachment of keyboard and mouse to workstation using shortcuts keys Ctrl Shift FH C Disable attachment of keyboard and mice to workstation using Device map through workstation tray icon Keyboards Mice and other HID Assignments Attach new devices to Primary Display v Reset Settings Disable re attachment of keyboard and mouse to Workstation using shortcut keys Ctrl Shift F Enable Disable the ability to manually re assign a keyboard and mouse to a Workstation using the shortcut keys combination Using this option will lock the current assignment of keyboards and mice to workstations and will not enable switching assignments between workstations Note if the Host settings were imported from another Host it is recommended to manually unselect this option in order to be able to assign new keyboards and mice to their new workstati
28. ain functional exactly as it was before It will remain in this status for a period of time of 1 month After 1 month if still not activated the activation status will become Trial Over Note upgrading to SoftXpand Xpress 3 3 is supported for versions 3 0 3 0 1 3 0 11 3 1 3 11 and 3 2 If the version of SoftXpand Xpress you currently have installed is 2 20 100 or lower refer to this link for upgrade procedure How to upgrade SoftXpand from Ver 2 to Ver 3 soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd SoftXpand Xpress Licensing SoftXpand Xpress is a license based application As the host is activated the license determines the number of active Workstations that can run simultaneously and some additional SoftXpand Xpress features There are 3 common license options detailed in the SoftXpand Xpress Licensing Options page To learn how to perform the SoftXpand Xpress activation refer to the Activating SoftXpand Xpress page Detailed information about the license attributes can be found in License node in the Admin Tools soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd SoftXpand Xpress Licensing Options These are the licensing options for SoftXpand Xpress Trial License This is the default option enabled when installing SoftXpand Xpress without activation It enables experiencing SoftXpand Xpress under the following 3 limits e Lic
29. ake simultaneous use of a number of work stations as your Software and any associated document permit The Software and supporting documentation may be copied only as essential for backup or archive purposes in support of your use of the Software You must reproduce and include all copyright notices and any other proprietary rights notices appearing on the Software on any copies that you make You may transfer the Software to another single host computer but the Software may never be installed on more than one host computer simultaneously EVALUATION A Licensee may install and use this Software free of charge for evaluation purposes only and for a period of 30 days from the date of installing the Software into the Licensee s computer Evaluation Period Software Evaluation Edition The use of the Software Evaluation Edition during the Evaluation Period shall be under the same terms abd conditions of the Software subject to the necessary adjustments You are hereby notified that license management software may be included to automatically cause the Software Evaluation Edition to cease functioning at the end of the Evaluation Period B If you wish to use the Software under this License after the Evaluation Period you may purchase the License to install and use the Software pursuant to this License Agreement and pay to the Licensor the applicable License fees See the Licensor s web site at http www miniframe com for information o
30. ame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Workstations The Workstations node enables you to configure settings for individual Workstations e Enter the Admin Tools and click the Workstations node to open the Workstation list in the right pane See details below e Right click the Workstation node to open a context menu which will enable the following options e Show Display Properties If opened from a SoftXpand Workstation the Windows Display Properties dialog box will appear The Settings tab will be ina read only form If opened from Host Console Windows session while SoftXpand isn t running the Windows Display Properties dialog box will appear in a fully functional form If opened from a remote control session over the Host Console the Windows Display Properties dialog box will appear The Settings tab will be in a read only form e Extend All Displays Available only from Host Console Windows session when SoftXpand isn t running it will turn on all monitors and will extend the Host Console s desktop to them in extend desktop mode e Export List Exports a list of all Workstations to a text file The Workstation list right pane contains Workstation entries as per the number enabled by the SoftXpand license Most settings of each Workstation can be edited in the Workstation Properties dialog box SoftXpand Administrative Tools File Action View Help mB e 2
31. and Xpress Host Console please refer to Host Console e Properties Select this option to open the Host Properties dialog box beginning with the Settings tab Note Right clicking on the Host Computer_Name node while in Host Console Windows session will not show the Open Host Console option and will show only the Shutdown PC and Restart PC options in the Shutdown SoftXpand Xpress dialog soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Settings Tab Host MY EXAMPLE Properties Host Console Remote Control Run Programs About Settings Workstation Preferences _ Peripheral D evices Check appropriate box s to indicate how you wish Sof spand to start Disable Soft pand from starting automatically C Hide SoftXpand Control Panel Show Soft pand Control Panel 1 sec before Soft lt pand starts Soft lt pand Shutdown C When Host Idle for i Minutes Security Global Exit password na Workstation Exit password Allow only members in administrators group to use Admin tools Language Select from drop down menu the Sofpand default supported language according to your license English United States v Startup Options Disable SoftXpand from starting automatically Enable Disable SoftXpand from starting automatically upon Windows boot By disabling automatic startup you will only be able to start SoftXpand manually Fo
32. anel gt Administrative Tools gt Services Windows User Profile Hive Cleanup Service Use this link to download it English http www microsoft com downloads details aspx Familyld 1B286E6D 89 12 4E18 B570 42470E2F3582 amp displaylang en The Driver Signing Option policy is not set to Block see Windows Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt System gt Hardware tab gt Driver Signing button Each SoftXpand Xpress user must have his unique Windows user account and password The password cannot be blank see also NOTE below Install all required user applications Where required select the Install the application for all users option to allow access to the application to all users Note By default all Windows user accounts being used in SoftXpand Xpress must have a password of at least 1 character To allow SoftXpand Xpress users to have a blank password make the following configurations in Windows Group e Go to Start gt Run type in gpedit msc and click OK to run Group Policy e Navigate to Local Computer Policy gt Computer Configuration gt Windows Settings gt Security Settings gt Local Policies gt Security Options e Double click the Accounts Limit local account use of blank passwords to console login only entry and change it to Disabled e Click OK and close the Group Policy window Note for more information and troubleshooting rare setup
33. aration of Windows XP Pro SP2 3 and all devices and applications see also Software Prerequisites e Configure all required Windows domain users without blank passwords see also Software Prerequisites e Configure all required network environment Domain membership Windows domain users internet connection e Download SoftXpand Xpress from MiniFrame Partners http www miniframe com partners partners lounge html New users registration required http www miniframe com try buy downloads html e To activate SoftXpand Xpress Please ensure you have a valid license see also SoftXpand Xpress Licensing Options Note To activate SoftXpand Xpress online you must have internet connection or valid Email account e Log on to Windows using a user account with administrative privileges e Run the SoftXpand Xpress installation file and follow the installation wizard s instructions e Where needed Activate SoftXpand Xpress e Run SoftXpand Xpress Windows to restart e Assign keyboards mice and other devices to their designated monitors Workstations manually or using the Admin Tools Device Map Log on to the Workstations and start working soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Installing SoftXpand Xpress This folder contains all the data required to successfully install SoftXpand Xpress Make sure to follow the instructions of both Hardware Prerequisites and Sof
34. artup change exit password disable sound etc It is recommended to leave this setting in its default so that only administrative users will be able to access the Admin Tools As an alternative you can open the Admin Tools from any workstation logged on with a non administrative user by using the Run as command Import and Export settings name Admin Tools Permission Language Select from drop down menu the SoftXpand default supported language according to your license By selecting the default language from the drop down list all SoftXpand dialogs and Admin Tools user interface will be changed to the selected default language Currently the only default language available is English United States Import and Export settings name Control Parameter Language soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Workstation Preferences Tab Host MY EXAMPLE Properties Host Console Remote Control Run Programs _ About Settings Workstation Preferences Peripheral Devices Workstations options Settings will apply to all Soffpand Workstations C Remove balloon tip in the logon dialog Load desktop in workstations C Allow to use screen savers in workstations C Disable Device notification dialog upon logon C Disable manual start Workstation using Ctrl Alt buttons combination C Enable Shutdown Workstation for all users C Prevent multiple logons with same account
35. ation displays a logon dialog It is most recommended that each user on each workstation will have an individual username and password Use your regular Windows username and password to logon to your Workstation and start working User accounts may be local or domain users Automatic user logon to SoftXpand Xpress workstations may be configured For more information about automatic user logon see Workstation Properties Workstation tab Log off SoftXpand Xpress There are 5 methods for logging off a SoftXpand Xpress Workstation e Go to Windows Start menu and select Logoff e Right click SoftXpand Xpress s Workstation Tray Icon and select Logoff e Right click SoftXpand Xpress s Workstation Tray Icon select Shutdown SoftXpand to initiate the shut down SoftXpand Xpress dialog and choose Logoff e Click the Ctrl Alt Del combination to open a dialog box where you can select the Log Off button e Use the logoff option in the Shutdown SoftXpand Xpress dialog from the Host context menu in the Admin Tools See Exiting SoftXpand Xpress for more information As with the regular Windows use logging off a Workstation closes all applications of that Workstation and the logon dialog appears Logging off a Workstation does not affect other Workstations Optional SoftXpand Xpress administrator may configure a Workstation Exit password for all SoftXpand Xpress workstations in the Host Properties Settings t
36. ation tray icon using the SoftXpand shutdown dialog By default shutdown workstation is disabled By enabling this feature the option of Shutdown my workstation will be added to the SoftXpand shutdown dialog For more information regarding shutdown options see Exiting SoftXpand Xpress Import and Export settings name Enable shutdown Workstation Prevent multiple logons with the same user account Disable Enable the option to logon to multiple workstations using the same user account By default this setting is not selected and you can logon using the same user account in multiple workstations By selecting this option you will be able to logon in each workstation only by using a different user account Note Setting this option cannot be done if there are 2 users logged on using the same account or 2 workstations are configured to auto logon with the same account Disable workstation to workstation messaging Disable Enable the option to send messages between workstations using the SoftXpand workstation tray icon For more information see the The SoftXpand Xpress tray icons Workstation icon Disable workstation icon for all users Select this button to disable the appearance of the Workstation tray icon for all users Enable workstation icon to administrative users only Select this button to enable the Workstation tray icon only for administrative users Enable workstation icon to all users Select this button
37. ay of Host Console on a physical monitor e First activation date Displays the first date which the software was activated e License owner Displays the parent owner of the license e License type Displays the license type Trial Evaluation Volume e Language Displays the supported languages available for the specific license e Activation version Displays the product version in which the software was activated e Product upgrade Displays the status of product upgrade enabled disabled If disabled upgrade cannot be done Force Activation Enabled or disabled license attribute Indicates if activation after upgrade is required or not soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Using SoftXpand Xpress In simple terms SoftXpand Xpress enables one PC to have more than one user working on it by connecting multiple monitors keyboards and mice and allocating each such set to a dedicated and independent Windows desktop session As the Host PC is running all sessions shutting it down restarting it or exiting SoftXpand Xpress will cause all sessions to close The independency of each session does however enables each user to work independently of other users run programs save files and even log out of his her own session without affecting the other sessions users This section describes the basic operations for using and administrating SoftXpand Xpress It is re
38. below diagram illustrates a Six Workstation Cluster deployment example DIAGRAM OF SOFTXPAND DEPLOYMENT amp HARDWARE A computer with a Windows XP Pro operating system Motherboard W DVI VGA connector 12 USB ports 13 Network cable port 14 PS2 ports 15 Onboard sound device ports 16 VGA cable up to 25 meters 17 DVI cable up to 5 meters 18 USB active extender cable 19 USB active self powered hub 20 Power supply 21 USB sound device 22 Ear phones 23 Ear phones with attached microphone Following are the basic rules for deploying SoftXpand Xpress Host physical location If possible place the Host in a secure area where only authorized people have access to it It is highly recommended to place the Host in a ventilated area A computer with a large power supply unit and several video cards generates excessive heat which must be discharged away from the computer case Host networking options The most basic option is to have a stand alone Host with or without a LAN Internet connection If you have a home or an office network configure the Microsoft network settings on the Host If the Host is a member of an Active Directory Domain configure the Host and user accounts in the domain level Workstations physical deployment Under standard working conditions it is possible to have up to 20 meters 65 feet distance between the Host and any of the Workstations This limit
39. commended to familiarize yourself with the basic options available for the SoftXpand Xpress administrator and user in the Common SoftXpand Xpress Actions page soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Common SoftXpand Xpress Actions This page is intended to give you the SoftXpand Xpress administrator and users an idea of how the SoftXpand Xpress application actually works and what actions are available Run launch SoftXpand Xpress Start Host Start SoftXpand commands SoftXpand to take control over the PC the Host divide the hardware devices to independent workstations and run a Windows session a desktop on each of the monitors as per the preconfigured parameters See Running SoftXpand Xpress for more details Logon to a SoftXpand Xpress Workstation When SoftXpand loads each Workstation displays a logon dialog Use your regular Windows username and password to log onto your Workstation and start working See Logon and Logoff SoftXpand Xpress for more details Log off a Workstation As with the regular Windows use logging off a Workstation closes all applications of that Workstation and returns to the logon dialog Logging off a Workstation does not affect other workstations See Logon and Logoff SoftXpand Xpress for more details Shutting down a Workstation This option enables closing a single Workstation It can be restricted by applying a password for this action S
40. default mode which can accommodate most users and administrators In this mode all Workstation are available all keyboards and mice are assigned to the monitor which is Primary in Windows see Mapping Hardware Devices to make the necessary changes and the system is ready for use The SoftXpand Xpress users may manually assign a set of keyboard mouse to their monitor and can now log onto their Workstation and start working For advanced users in order to apply general and specific settings SoftXpand Xpress is equipped with an intuitive easy to use configuration application Admin Tools which enables the system administrator to configure everything from the individual Workstations to the Host and Cluster levels as well as each of SoftXpand Xpress s supplemental features Designed for the SoftXpand Xpress administrator this tool enables configuring any and all system parameters from activation to Host parameters Workstation parameters and all other supplemental features Use the SoftXpand Xpress Control Panel to activate and launch SoftXpand Xpress Use the SoftXpand Xpress Host and Workstation Tray Icons to configure and operate the Host and Workstations Note For easy recovery and trouble shooting it is possible to revert all parameters to their default values reset settings at any stage See the Admin Tools Host Properties page in the Admin Tools section sort gt lt pand MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks
41. e is not successful soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd User Security and Isolation This issue relates to SoftXpand s ability to secure the single user s data and isolate it from other users The resolution of this issue is basically a Windows feature as Windows dedicates a secured and isolated folder for each logged on user My Documents all that is required from the SoftXpand users in order to maintain isolation is to limit their files to their My Documents directories A Windows built in fortification of this solution is for the system administrator to restrict the users access and writing capabilities to their dedicated directories thus effectively preventing users from accidently breeching other user s security For more advanced options and techniques for isolating users their data and their storage refer to this article in MiniFrame s website knowledge base How to isolate and secure user access to drive letters folders and files on SoftXpand soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Applications That Change Screen Resolution Some applications change the screen resolution upon loading This feature is not naturally supported by SoftXpand Xpress Resolving this issue is possible by using one of the following methods e If the application enables switching from the unsupported full screen mode to the supp
42. e user s workstation Select this option to enable a View only session when connecting remotely to this Workstation e Interact with the workstation Select this option to enable interaction with this remote controlled workstation Note In case that the checkbox Apply Remote Control Settings to all Workstations is enabled in the Host properties Remote Control tab then the following label will appear in the Workstation properties bottom window Disabled options are currently controlled by global Host properties To enable specific Workstation settings please contact your System Administrator soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Run Programs Tab The Run Programs feature enables an application or a list of applications to start automatically upon logon to a SoftXpand Workstation The Run Programs list is independent and is not related to other application startup tools available for the operating system The Run Programs list applies only to SoftXpand logon The Run Programs feature can be configured globally for all Workstation using the Host s Run Programs tab or it may be configured individually for each Workstation using this tab The Workstation Properties Run Programs tab is available only when in Host Properties Run Programs tab the Run Programs when user logon to every Workstation checkbox is not selected Workstation D Properties Workstation Remo
43. ee Workstation Exit Password under Settings tab See Start Workstation Shut down Workstation section in Workstation Properties for more details Exit SoftXpand Xpress Exit SoftXpand Xpress is done by using the Shutdown SoftXpand Xpress dialog By using the Shutdown SoftXpandXpress dialog one the following 5 actions can be performed e Logoff user This option will be available only if a user is still logged on e Shutdown my workstation Only the current workstation will be switched off e Exit to Windows All Workstations will be stopped and all monitors will go blank except for the Windows Primary monitor which will display the Windows logon dialog e Shutdown PC The Host will shut down completely e Restart PC The Host will perform a computer restart See Exiting SoftXpand Xpress for more details Assigning monitors keyboards and mice to workstations In simple terms each Workstation is a monitor screen Each Workstation must have a keyboard and a mouse assigned to it See Mapping Hardware Devices for more details Plugging in new hardware As all workstations in a Cluster share the same Host PC some devices such as printer scanner etc may be shared by all workstations in the cluster On the other hand devices such as keyboard mouse HID devices audio device removable disk USB port must be assigned to a Workstation so each such hardware plugged into the Host must be assigned to the r
44. elevant user s Workstation so he she can access and work with it See Mapping Hardware Devices for more details Connect remotely to another Workstation This option is mainly designed for the use of the SoftXpand Xpress administrator and enables opening an RDP like Remote Control session window from any Workstation to another See Remote Control SoftXpand Xpress Host Workstation for more details Connect to the Host Console This option is mainly designed for the use of the SoftXpand Xpress administrator and enables opening an RDP like Remote Control connection to the Windows Primary session running on the background while SoftXpand is running See Host Console for more details Activate SoftXpand Xpress At any time during or following the trial evaluation period it is possible to register and activate SoftXpand Xpress thus switching it to its regular and unlimited commercial mode See SoftXpand Xpress Activation for more details soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Running SoftXpand Xpress By default SoftXpand Xpress is run automatically upon Windows startup unless otherwise configured in the Host Properties Settings tab The SoftXpand administrator can configure SoftXpand Xpress to run automatically upon Windows restart or to start SoftXpand Xpress manually Running the SoftXpand Xpress application manually is done mainly from within the regular Primary Windows s
45. end messages between workstations using the workstation tray icon e Display Link USB docking stations auto map For Display Link devices that have a USB hub all peripheral devices connected to it will be automatically mapped to the workstation For more information see mapping hardware devices What s new in SoftXpand Xpress Version 3 2 e Soft phone applications SoftXpand now support soft phone applications MiniFrame uses X lite for testing Other soft phone applications are generally compatible but should be tested individually before large scale implementations e ICam application SoftXpand now supports iCAM For more information please review SoftXpand Xpress Version 3 2 Release notes e Localization SoftXpand now supports full localization infrastructure determined by specific license attributes What s new in SoftXpand Xpress Version 3 1 0 e Branding e To increase maximum product capabilities and flexibility SoftXpand was rewritten to support branding e SoftXpand current version has been rebranded as SoftXpand Xpress a new generation product and part of the SoftXpand product suite e All GUI attributes and images were changed and documented in help file and are available for customized use e Anew feature available only for selected MiniFrame partners and OEMs to distribute SoftXpand Xpress with their own branded product For more information contact sales miniframe com e SoftXpand installatio
46. ense duration The license expires in 30 days e Host duration The Host PC will automatically restart every 24 hours regardless if users are logged on or not A notification warning will appear prior to restart e Workstation duration Each Workstation will close and restart every 6 hours regardless if users are logged on or not A notification warning will appear prior to restart Note Detailed information about the different license attributes can be found in License node in the Admin Tools Evaluation License This option enables longer activity for a more thorough evaluation of the SoftXpand Xpress application It has similar limits as the Trial License but enables a 3 months expiration limit License Duration Note to apply for this license type please refer to MiniFrame s sales department at sales miniframe com Commercial License This is the unlimited license to run SoftXpand Xpress received following its purchase Note to purchase SoftXpand Xpress as an end user you have to contact your local distributor For a list of local distributors refer to this link at MiniFrame s website http www miniframe com try buy find a reseller html or contact MiniFrame at http www miniframe com about us contact us html soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Activating SoftXpand Xpress SoftXpand Xpress s activation dialog box may be launched from two locations the S
47. er s Workstation select the following check box Enable Remote Control Apply remote control settings to all workstations Disable openning remote control window in full screen To require the user s permission to control or observe the workstation select the following check box C Require user s permission Level of control Specify the level of control you want to have over a user s session View the user s workstation Interact with the workstation Allow only users that are members in administrator group to remote control Enable remote control Enable Disable remote control connection to workstations Import and Export settings name Remote Control Global Settings Apply remote control settings to all workstations Apply the remote control settings in this tab to all workstations If you would like to configure different remote control settings for each Workstation clear this check box and configure the individual settings in each Workstation Properties dialog box accessed from the Workstation icon or through the Admin Tools Import and Export settings name Apply WS Remote Control Settings Disable opening remote control window in full screen By default remote control windows will be opened in a sized window By un selecting this option the remote control session will be opened in full screen Import and Export settings name Remote Control Full Screen Mode Require user s permission E
48. ession Host console but it can be done from within a SoftXpand Xpress Workstation as well When SoftXpand starts it takes control over the PC the Host divides the hardware devices to independent Workstations and runs a Windows session a desktop on each of the monitors according to the preconfigured settings Note Running SoftXpand Xpress from within a SoftXpand Xpress Workstation will start all stopped Workstations that are pre configured to Auto start in Workstation Properties default setting A SoftXpand Xpress Workstation will run infinitely until SoftXpand Xpress is exited or the Workstation is stopped To run SoftXpand Xpress manually do one of the following e Go to Windows Start gt All Programs gt SoftXpand and select SoftXpand Xpress e Double click the SoftXpand Xpress icon on your desktop e Right click the SoftXpand Xpress Host tray icon and select Start SoftXpand e Click Start Host from the Host context menu in the Admin Tools The SoftXpand Xpress Control Panel dialog box will open Click the Start Now button Under default settings SoftXpand Xpress will initiate a logoff and will then launch its unique Logon screen on each of the connected and active monitors See Host Properties Settings tab for more information soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Logon and Logoff SoftXpand Xpress When SoftXpand loads each Workst
49. grade mechanism enables installing SoftXpand Xpress 3 3 without the need of first removing the previous version of SoftXpand Xpress using the Add Remove programs in the control panel This feature is supported for currently installed versions of 3 X 3 0 3 01 3 1 3 11 and 3 2 The upgrade mechanism enables keeping all Host settings as they were Note additional Host settings which were added to SoftXpand Xpress 3 3 and did not exist on previous versions will be added after the upgrade with their default values If the version of SoftXpand Xpress you currently have installed is 3 0 3 0 1 3 0 11 3 1 3 11 or 3 2 follow these steps in order to upgrade to SoftXpand Xpress 3 3 e Exit SoftXpand Xpress to Windows and logon with an administrative user e Run the setup file SoftXpand exe The upgrade process will begin e Follow the wizard steps to finalize the upgrade installation e Activate SoftXpand Xpress Note upgrading SoftXpand Xpress will require activating the software again Use the same serial number The serial number will remain in the SoftXpand Xpress activation dialog Refer to activating SoftXpand Xpress for more information Note Refer to this link to learn how to check the SoftXpand version How to check SoftXpand version Note After the upgrade has completed until you activate the software the activation status will become Activation Pending Activation Pending means that the software will rem
50. ideo cards If you have any concerns check the video card s manual and consult with your hardware vendor e Asetof 1 monitor 1 keyboard and 1 mouse per Workstation Certified and tested hardware for SoftXpand Xpress SoftXpand Xpress is tested using several types of hardware Check MiniFrame s certified hardware table in MiniFrame s web site for an updated list of certified and tested hardware Also notice that some types makes of video adapters may be incompatible with other types makes To avoid hardware conflicts make sure to only install compatible video adapters on the Host PC Feel free to contact MiniFrame s support team with any specific questions support miniframe com Hardware Installations Following is a list of points requiring consideration when installing and deploying the SoftXpand Xpress Cluster hardware e Consider installing all hardware and software in one location before deploying the hardware in its destined locations e Arrange the hardware devices deploying USB and VGA DVI cabling as needed e To ensure easier deployment allocate a dedicated USB hub per Workstation see deployment diagram below e Be sure to abide by USB and VGA standards with regards to maximum cable length and chaining Note SoftXpand Xpress s license is hardware based Any changes to the Host s core hardware CPU motherboard video cards etc may require re activation SoftXpand Xpress Cluster Deployment The
51. ile SoftXpand Xpress is running requires license activation with Host Console enabled soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Remote Control SoftXpand Xpress enables the users to connect remotely from any Workstation to any other Workstation using an RDP like window Configuring this feature can be done globally to apply for all Workstations using the Remote Control tab under Host Properties Or it can be configured independently for each Workstation in its Workstation Properties Remote Control tab accessed via Admin Tools or via the Workstation Tray Icon To launch a Remote Control session to a specific Workstation open Admin Tools select the Workstations node in the left pane right click the required Workstation in the right pane workstations list and select Remote Control Note when remote controlling a Workstation which still was not been assigned with a keyboard and mouse to it and displays the Welcome to SoftXpand logon dialog click on the X button in the top right corner in order to display the Logon dialog where a username and password can be typed in Welcome to SoftXpand xpress x soft gt lt xpana Press Ctrl Shift F2 followed by immediately pressing both mouse buttons simultaneously to begin Requiring this key combination at startup ensures your keyboard and mouse are assigned to your workstation Note in order to remote control a SoftXpa
52. ill not apply for Administrative and power users Administrative and power users will see all printers at all times Note By enabling this feature the printer s properties will be changed In order to return to the previous printer settings you need to manually set the printers properties settings For more information contact support miniframe com soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Host Console Tab The Host Console is Windows Primary session referred to as Session 0 on which SoftXpand is installed on By logging on to Windows the user will logon to the Host Console While SoftXpand is running the Host Console can run in 2 modes e Background mode e Physical display on a selected monitor This tab will enable you to manage and set the behavior of the Host Console Using the Host Console will help mainly for troubleshooting purposes or according to the license it could be displayed on a physical monitor and be used as a Workstation Host MY EXAMPLE Properties Settings Workstation Preferences Peripheral Devices Host Console Remote Control Run Programs About Soft lt pand Host Console When starting Soff lt pand manually logoff current user from Host Console C Specify user account to run Softpand Host Console C Open desktop when Host Console starts Remote Control host console Enable remote control Allow only administrative users to access H
53. in full screen Enable Disable full screen for remote control session to SoftXpand Host Console The default for the remote control Host Console window is sized screen Un check this setting in order to open the Host Console window in full screen Import and Export settings name Full Screen Remote Control Session Host Context menu Disable Host Context menu for all users Select this button to disable the Context menu of the SoftXpand Host tray icon for all users By selecting this option all context menu of the Host tray icon will be unavailable for all users Import and Export settings name Host Console Context Menu soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Remote Control Tab SoftXpand enables administrative users to connect remotely from any Workstation to any other Workstation using an RDP like window Configuring this feature can be done by one of two ways e Configure this feature independently for each workstation using the Workstation Properties dialog box accessed via Admin Tools or the Workstation Tray Icon e Configure global remote control settings under the Host Properties dialog box which will apply to all workstation Host MY EXAMPLE Properties Settings Workstation Preferences Peripheral Devices Host Console Remote Control Run Programs About Use this tab to continue Soft lt pand remote control settings To remotly control or observate a us
54. is due to USB cable length limitations e A USB cable length may extend up to 5 meters for extending a USB chain for more than 5 meters use Active USB Extender cables they contain an internal hub e Windows operating systems USB device chain limitations up to 5 hubs in 1 chain including the computer s port Other wireless solutions exist to enable longer distances Consult with your SoftXpand Xpress vendor It is recommended to have a dedicated 4 port self powered USB hub per Workstation This will allow higher flexibility and independence in connecting additional devices sound devices printers removable disks etc to each Workstation Each Workstation dedicated USB hub must be an End Point Do not chain USB hubs to each other Allow each hub its dedicated USB cables chain to assure all end point Workstation hubs are the last in their chain Do not install more video cards and monitors than is allowed by your SoftXpand Xpress activation license The activation serial key includes information on the number of registered Workstations SoftXpand Xpress only supports this number of monitors soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Software Preparation Below is a detailed list of all software preparations required before installing SoftXpand Xpress Note a quick and simple method for preparing a Host for SoftXpand Xpress installation is to use images Using this method requi
55. issues see this document Troubleshooting SoftXpand installation Driver Installations Install hardware drivers using their most updated version It is most important to make sure all updated drivers are installed Users in SoftXpand Xpress All local Windows and domain users can log onto any of the Workstations based on Windows privileges policies Make sure none of the users have a blank password see also NOTE above Note SoftXpand Xpress does not support any logon form token finger print identification but Windows username and password For more options please refer to the relevant articles in MiniFrame s online knowledge base or to MiniFrame s support team at support miniframe com Note SoftXpand replaces Windows GINA If you need to install another application with replaces GINA please refer to the relevant articles in MiniFrame s online knowledge base or to MiniFrame s support team at support miniframe com Installing SoftXpand Xpress on an Existing Windows XP Host When installing SoftXpand Xpress on a Host already running Windows XP not a new SoftXpand Xpress dedicated installation take extra care to meet with all above mentioned requirements with regards to drivers Windows services etc With regards to display drivers it is most recommended to uninstall the display driver restart the Host and then reinstall the most updated driver Where possible perform all system periodic maintenance actions such
56. lick the Host Tray Icon to open the Host Properties dialog box e Right click the Host Tray Icon to open a context menu with the following options e Start SoftXpand By default opens the SoftXpand Xpress Control Panel An administrator may configure SoftXpand Xpress to start immediately without opening the Control Panel see Settings for more information e Admin Tools Opens SoftXpand Xpress s Admin Tools management console e Host Properties Opens the Host Properties dialog box Note by accessing the Host Console while SoftXpand Xpress is running an additional option is available Shut down SoftXpand which will open the SoftXpand Xpress shut down dialog For more information about exiting SoftXpand Xpress see Exiting SoftXpand Xpress Workstation Tray Icon Upon launching of SoftXpand Xpress and logging on to Workstations a Workstation Tray Icon will appear in each Workstation s desktop system tray The status of the Workstation tray icon represents the SoftXpand Xpress general status e Workstation is OK and devices are assigned to it A e Workstation has no devices assigned to it 4 Workstation is in progress 2 as Move the cursor using the mouse over the icon to see a small balloon message that displays the Workstation s name Double click the Workstation Tray Icon to open the Workstation Properties dialog box Right click the icon to open a context menu with the following optio
57. n online payment C Licensee may not install the Software Evaluation Edition into the computer for the purpose of extending the Evaluation Period D Use of the Software Evaluation Edition after the evaluation period without making payment to Licensor is in violation of Israeli and international copyright laws E MiniFrame shall not provide the Licensee with support to the Software Evaluation Edition However for any inquiry regarding the Software Evaluation Edition or the Software please visit Licensor s web site at at http www miniframe com TERM A The License is effective until terminated Licensee may terminate it at any time by destroying the Software and documentation together with all copies and merged portions in any form and removing all of which from Licensee s computer and any storage media B This License will terminate upon conditions set forth elsewhere within this Agreement or if Licensee fails to comply with any term or condition of this Agreement In such event no notice shall be required by Licensor to effect such termination In such termination Licensee hereby agrees to destroy the Software together with all backup copies modifications printed or written materials and merged portions in any form and to remove all of which from Licensee s computer and any storage media RESTRICTIONS ON USE Except for the initial loading of the Software on a hard disk or for archival backup purposes as provided for ab
58. n setup improvements e Setup is now designed to analyze and check system compatibility as part of the distribution process and for a future pre setup advisor tool of SoftXpand Xpress e System software and hardware requirements e Non localized OS hot fixes e NTFS file system WMI service Terminal Services service e Terminal server registry keys For more information see software requirements e Display Link monitors e Support and identification of Display Link USB based monitors in the Device Map list of monitors Extended support and bug fixes for better SoftXpand Xpress integration with Windows XP e Improved desktop integration e Theme and styling support e Alt Tab window compatible to Windows XP e Added supported group policy attributes e Screen saver upon logon dialogs and Windows Media Player is now supported e Remote desktop supported within Workgroup and Domain For more information contact support miniframe com Improved and re designed dialogs e Logon dialogs e Rewritten and redesigned for Windows XP look and feel e Software error messages support For more information see Mapping hardware devices and Exiting SoftXpand Xpress Upgrade and hot fix support e No need to uninstall the previous version when upgrading from 3 0 0 3 0 1 3 0 11 e Older version s data is kept when upgrading to newer version For more information see Upgrading SoftXpand Xpress Improved Workstation and Hos
59. nable Disable the user s permission whenever a remote connection is established By unselecting this option you enable remote control sessions to be established freely without any user notification or permission Import and Export settings name Remote Control User Permission View the user s workstation Select this option to enable a View only session with the remote controlled Workstation Import and Export settings name Limited View On Remote Control Interact with the user s workstation Select this option to enable interaction with the remote controlled workstation Import and Export settings name Limited View On Remote Control Allow only users that are in Administrators group to remote control Allow all users or allow only administrative users to be able to connect remotely to workstations Import and Export settings name Admin Remote WS Control soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Run Programs Tab The Run Programs feature enables an application or a list of applications to start automatically upon logging on to workstations The Run Programs list is independent and is not related to other application startup tools available for the operating system The Run Programs list applies only to SoftXpand logon Host MY EXAMPLE Properties Settings Workstation Preferences Peripheral Devices Hast Console Remote Control Run Programs About SoftXpand Run Pr
60. nd Xpress Workstation from a remote computer e Initiate a connection to the Host using RDP VNC or any other remote control tool You will be connected either to the Host Console session The Windows session running in the background or to a new RDP session on the Host Use the Admin Tools Workstations to remote control any desired Workstation soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd About MiniFrame MiniFrame has developed a software suite that provides top performance computing at an ultra low cost improves PC management and serves as the ultimate green IT solution With its flag ship product SoftXpand MiniFrame offers software only multi user technology that transforms the world of desktop computing by turning 1 Windows based PC into multiple independent Workstations MiniFrame s proprietary technology provides no degradation in user experience and acts as a true substitute to standard PCs Founded in 2003 and selected by Israel s chief scientist to develop its revolutionary technology MiniFrame is led by a team of experienced professionals MiniFrame s solutions are distributed in international markets through a growing channel partner network and through web marketing amp sales MiniFrame s distribution partners serve the following vertical markets Education SMBs Call centers Internet cafes Banks and more MiniFrame also targets consumer markets delivering unique
61. ns e Display Settings Opens the Display Settings dialog box Note change resolution from the workstation tray icon is not available in Safe video mode It is available only in Native video mode e Send message Enables sending messages between workstations e Logoff To log off from the Workstation By default an Are you sure you want to log off dialog box will appear see Settings for more information e Shutdown SoftXpand Opens the Shutdown SoftXpand Xpress dialog from which you can select the desired Exit SoftXpand action This option is password dependant See Exiting SoftXpand Xpress for more information Safely Remove Hardware to safely remove a USB Removable Disk This option appears only if a USB Removable Disk s which is assigned to the Workstation is connected to the Host see Mapping Hardware Devices for more information Properties Opens the Workstation Properties dialog box soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd The SoftXpand Xpress Admin Tools Introduction The SoftXpand Xpress Admin Tools management console is designed for the SoftXpand Xpress administrator and enables configuring any and all system settings from activation to Host settings to Workstation settings and all other supplemental features Admin Tools is a versatile application in the sense that it always opens with configuration options based on the current SoftXpand Xpress status
62. ocess you wish to be run in multiple virtual IPs Note in order to run a process in multi IP e The Host PC s network adapter must have multiple IP addresses e The process name should be specified in the above box e Use the device map virtual IP drop down to specify the IP address of the Workstation For more information refer to multi IP applications soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Local Printers Host MY EXAMPLE Properties Host Console Remote Control Run Programs About Settings Workstation Preferences Peripheral Devices C Enable assignment of local printers Enable assignment of local printers Enable Disable the ability to manually assign a local printer to a Workstation using the workstation Device Map By default when this setting is not selected after a local printer is installed on the Host PC it will be available to all users on all workstations By selecting this checkbox a printer that is installed on the Host PC will not be accessible to any of the workstations until it is manually assigned to the workstation using the Device Map Then it will be accessible to only that workstation and to none of the others Note in order to enable the local printer assignment feature multiple logons using the same user account must be disabled This is done in the Host Properties Workstation Preferences tab Note this feature w
63. oftXpand Xpress Control Panel and the Admin Tools Both options will open the same SoftXpand Xpress Activation dialog box To launch the SoftXpand Xpress Activation dialog box e From the SoftXpand Xpress Control Panel e Go to Windows Start gt All Programs gt SoftXpand and select SoftXpand Xpress or double click the SoftXpand Xpress icon on your desktop The SoftXpand Xpress Control Panel dialog box will open e Click the Activate button Note lf SoftXpand Express is already activated then the Activate button will no longer be displayed in the Control Panel e From Admin Tools e Go to Windows Start gt All Programs gt SoftXpand and select Admin Tools or right click the SoftXpand Xpress Host Icon in Windows System Tray and select Admin Tools The Admin Tools management console will open e Inthe left pane right click the License Trial node and select Activate After the Activation dialog box has appeared follow these instructions to activate SoftXpand Xpress e Inthe Activation Info section fill in all details e Inthe Options section select the activation method as follows e Activate Online check box default when an internet connection is available Select the Use Proxy check box if needed SoftXpand Xpress will use the existing proxy settings of Internet Explorer If needed type in the proxy IP address in the Use Proxy text box e Acti
64. oftware only solution it also has the lowest electronic waste levels possible Flexible Temporary Workstations as well as peripheral devices such as printers cameras and USB flash drives can easily be added or removed at any time Remote access Workstations can be accessed remotely Hardware network savings SoftXpand lowers the number of computers that needs to be connected to a network hence reducing the amount of routers amp ports to be implemented Logistics Much less hardware to be transported and less space taken up Simplicity and consolidation SoftXpand s simple deployment and installation enable easy consolidation of the virtual desktop concept advantages to your entire organization soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd What s new in SoftXpand Xpress Version 3 3 e Show running processes on workstation properties From the Admin Tools you can now see all running processes and processes IDs of each workstation e Prevent multiple logons with the same user account From the Admin Tools you can prevent from the same user account to logon on more than one workstation For more information see Workstation Preferences e Local printer assignment You can now choose to assign a local printer to a specific workstation using the Device Map For more information see Local Printers e Send messages between workstations from the workstation tray icon You can now s
65. ograms when User Logon to every Workstation Name Parameters C Stop running all programs Manage Windows auto start applications Run Programs when User Logon to every Workstation Enable Disable running programs automatically upon user logon to SoftXpand for all workstations Clearing this check box disables the central management of Run Programs for all workstations and enables managing each Workstation s startup applications individually Use the Add Edit Remove Up and Down buttons to manage the list of applications that will start automatically upon logging on to a SoftXpand Workstation Import and Export settings name Run program on Host list Stop running all programs Use this checkbox to stop running applications automatically upon logging on to SoftXpand workstations Import and Export settings name Stop auto Run Programs Manage Windows auto start applications Use this link to open Windows System Configuration Utility msconfig for managing Windows automatic startup programs and resources Note use the Add Edit Remove Up and Down buttons to manage the startup programs for SoftXpand workstations soft gt lt panda MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd About Tab Host MY EXAMPLE Properties Settings Workstation Preferences Peripheral Devices Host Console Remote Control Run Programs About Version
66. ons Import and Export settings name Device Manual Attachment Control Disable attachment of keyboards and mice to Workstations using Device map through the Workstation tray icon Enable Disable the attachment of keyboards and mice to workstations using the Device Map tab in Workstation Properties dialog box when accessed from the Workstation Tray Icon Setting this option will enable the users to assign keyboards and mice to their workstations only by using the shortcut keys combination The SoftXpand administrator will still be able to assign keyboards and mice to workstations using Device Map accessed from Admin Tools For more information regarding Device Map see Workstation Properties Import and Export settings name Device Map Control Keyboards Mice and other HID Assignments Attach new devices to Select the default monitor to which all new devices will be assigned automatically Note Use the Host Console assignment only if your SoftXpand license enables the Host Console to reside on a physical monitor when SoftXpand is running You can view your license attributes in the license info section in the Admin Tools Import and Export settings name New Device Attachment Settings Reset Settings Click on this button to reset all keyboard and mice assignments By clicking this button all keyboards and mice which were assigned to Workstations will be unassigned from the Workstations and get re assigned to
67. orted window mode If that is a possibility change the application settings to run in window mode and run it If you know which resolution is required by the application pre configure the Workstation s screen resolution using the Workstation Tray Icon to the appropriate one See SoftXpand Xpress Tray Icons for more details soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd SoftXpand Xpress Application Runner The SoftXpand Xpress Application Runner tool is designed to run applications which cannot be started on SoftXpand Xpress workstations using their standard starting shortcuts Start menu Desktop Quick launch etc SoftXpand Application Runner attempts to start applications in a configuration which is more compatible with the SoftXpand technology Using SoftXpand Xpress Application Runner To run an application using the SoftXpand Xpress application runner tool right click the application s executable file for example moviemk exe is the executable of Movie Maker or right click a shortcut that refers to this file and select SoftXpand Application Runner Movie Maker Fie Edit view Favorites Help Q sak z OF Search Key Folders E ill SEE Address C Program Files Movie Maker File and Folder Tasks fi Rename this file ay Move this file IP Copy this file Publish this file to the Web J E mail this file XK Delete this file Other Places
68. ost Console remotely Disable openning remote control window in full screen Host Context Menu C Disable Host Context menu for all users SoftXpand Host Console Leave Host Console on physical display when SoftXpand starting manually Allow the Host Console to be displayed on a selected physical monitor by the user preference This option will take effect only on manual start of SoftXpand In order to configure the physical display of the Host Console on a desired monitor you will need to have all monitors unassigned on a relevant Workstation using the Device Map Note A physical display of the Host Console is available only when the option is enabled in the license used for activating the Host Note When a physical Host Console is enabled a new Start Workstation option will be added to the Workstation context menu enabling manual start of individual Workstations one by one Import and Export settings name Host Console On Physical Display When starting SoftXpand manually logoff current user from Host Console Enable Disable logoff of the current user when SoftXpand is started manually Using this option un checking it by default is checked will not logoff the user that started SoftXpand Therefore all his open documents and applications will remain open on the Host Console while SoftXpand is started Note This option will take effect only on Manual start of SoftXpand Import and Export settings name
69. ove Licensee shall not without Licensor s express written consent A Copy or reproduce the Software or B Electronically transfer the Software through a LAN local area network or other network system or through any computer subscriber system or bulletin board system or C Copy transfer rent modify use or merge the Software or the associated documentation in whole or in part except as expressly permitted herein or D Reverse assemble decompile or otherwise reverse engineer the Software RESTRICTIONS ON TRANSFER A Licensee shall not transfer the Software and this License to another party B Licensee shall not sublicense assign or transfer the license or the Software except as expressly provided in this Agreement Any attempt otherwise to sublicense assign or transfer any of the rights duties or obligations hereunder is void UPDATES In the event that upgraded versions of the Software are developed Licensor may at its discretion make such updates available to those Licensees who had purchased the Software and have registered with the Licensor paid any required fees and returned the original Software to Licensor LIMITED WARRANTY A Licensor warrants that i for a period for 30 days from purchasing the License the Software will function substantially in accordance with the functions and features described in the documentation delivered with the Software when properly installed and ii the disks on which the
70. overload the CPU This setting is off by default Note since the default screen saver setting is set to Off you might want to change this setting as part of the setup and deployment on site Import and Export settings name WS Screen Saver Control Disable Device notification dialog upon logon Enable Disable the device assignment instruction in each Workstation s Welcome to SoftXpand dialog indicating which Ctrl Shift F will be used to assign the keyboard and mouse to it 4 a number digit By following the device assignment instruction the keyboard and mouse gets re assigned to the workstation upon each logon This is an extra safety action to ensure device assignment to the Workstation Disable this option to skip the SoftXpand Welcome dialog and display the SoftXpand logon dialog only Import and Export settings name Device Notification dialog on logon Disable manual start Workstation using Ctrl Alt buttons combination Enable Disable the feature of manual starting a Workstation which is shutdown using the combination keys Ctrl Alt You can manually start a Workstation which is shut down using the Ctrl Alt keys on a keyboard which is assigned to the shutdown Workstation Use this checkbox to disable this feature Import and Export settings name Manual Start WorkStation Enable Shutdown Workstation for all users Enable Disable the feature of shutting down the workstation from the workst
71. p Import and Export settings name Control Panel Cancel button SoftXpand Shutdown When Host is idle for X sec Shutdown PC Exit to Windows Restart PC Enable Disable this option select the appropriate timeout and action to determine the Host s behavior when it is idle for a certain amount of time no interactive user activity Enable disable the shutdown feature Import and Export settings name Allow Shutdown Host on Idle The selected time frame for the shutdown action Import and Export settings name Host Timeout on Idle You may select one of the following actions which will take place after the Host has been idle for the amount of time specified e Shutdown PC The Host will shut down completely e Exit to Windows All Workstations will be stopped and all monitors will go blank except for the primary monitor which will display the Windows Logon dialog e Restart PC The Host will perform a computer restart The selected action Import and Export settings name Shut down of Host on Idle For more information regarding SoftXpand shutdown options please refer to Exiting SoftXpand Xpress Start idle countdown at hour minutes Select this option to enable a specified time for which the idle action shut down Restart PC Exit to Windows will start counting This option is available only if the above idle time action is checked Import and export name Enable hour start idle In the time checkbox s
72. pecify the time for which to start the idle time count Import and export name Idle start hour Security options Global Exit password Set the default password that is required for one of the following Exit SoftXpand actions Exit to Windows Restart PC and Shutdown PC Global SoftXpand exit effects all running Workstations therefore it is protected by default with a password The default Exit Password is miniframe case sensitive For more information regarding SoftXpand shutdown options please refer to Exiting SoftXpand Xpress Import and Export settings name Global Exit Password Workstation Exit password Enter a password that will be used for logging off SoftXpand Workstations and shutting down SoftXpand Workstations Both of these actions do not affect other running Workstations By setting a Workstation Exit password all users will need to type in the password in order to logoff their Workstations and in order to Shutdown their workstations For more information regarding SoftXpand logon logoff shutdown workstation refer to Logon and Logoff SoftXpand Xpress Import and Export settings name WS Exit Password Allow only members in administrators group to use Admin Tools Allow only Windows Administrators group users to access the Admin Tools By changing this setting all users will have access to the Admin Tools and be able to change important configuration settings of SoftXpand such as Automatic st
73. ptions for advanced deployment and troubleshooting e New and easy to understand guides and documentation e Anintegrated Multi IP isolation solution which enables applications to run on SoftXpand Xpress Workstations Refer to Multi IP Applications for more details To those already familiar with SoftXpand Xpress Those already familiar with SoftXpand Xpress will find the installation process hasn t changed by much in comparison with former versions Feel free to skip the installation section of this guide and proceed to the configuration section you will find that the most notable change made in this version is the new Admin Tools and the method in which it enables configuring the SoftXpand Xpress system This new tool replaces the multitude of configuration applications and processes used in previous versions Other than that it is expected that for experienced users most features and enhancements will prove obvious and intuitive sort gt lt pand MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Getting Started Following is a list of what is needed to successfully install and start the SoftXpand Xpress software If this is the first time that you install SoftXpand Xpress it is recommended to read all More Information links e Prepare a PC with at least two video ports and two sets of installed keyboards mice and monitors see also Hardware Prerequisites e Install an up to date or finalize the prep
74. r Enable auto start The column displays True or False True when the workstation is set to automatically startup upon SoftXpand start False when workstation auto start setting is set to disabled This option can be configured in the Workstation Properties dialog box Workstation mode Available modes are Native Workstation utilized the video adapter s GPU for better graphic performances and better overall Host performance Safe Workstation only utilizes PC CPU which may result in lesser performances Unknown Workstation is inactive More information SoftXpand video modes Video card The column displays the name of the video card that the Workstation s monitor is connected to as shown in Windows Device Manager Display Resolution Workstation s monitor display resolution color quality and refresh rate Enable auto logon This column displays True of False indicating if a user account is configured to automatically logon the workstation upon startup or not This option and the selected user account can be configured in the Workstation Properties dialog box Account name If auto logon is enabled this column will display the auto logon user name Logged on user This column displays the logged on user If no user is logged on the column will remain empty Right clicking a selected Workstation would open a context menu with the following options Start Wo
75. r more information regarding SoftXpand start options see Running SoftXpand Xpress Import and Export settings name Auto Start Setting Hide SoftXpand Control Panel Show Hide the SoftXpand Control Panel upon SoftXpand start Hiding the SoftXpand Control Panel will cause SoftXpand to start immediately without the display of the Control Panel on any of SoftXpand s start options SoftXpand desktop icon Host Context menu Host icon Context menu and on SoftXpand s automatic startup upon Windows boot This feature is not available in trial version Import and Export settings name Control Panel Appearance Show SoftXpand Control Panel X sec before SoftXpand starts Select the time frame for showing the SoftXpand Control Panel window before SoftXpand starts automatically This setting applies to SoftXpand s automatic startup upon Windows boot It enables you to change the amount of time before SoftXpand starts so that you will have more less time to decide if to let SoftXpand to start or to cancel and logon to the Host Console Windows Import and Export settings name Control Panel Timeout Setting Disable cancel button in SoftXpand Control Panel in case of Auto Start Enable Disable the cancel button in the SoftXpand Control Panel window This setting applies to SoftXpand s automatic startup upon Windows boot The purpose of this feature is to prevent casual users from canceling SoftXpand s automatic startu
76. receiving of said third party s approval JURISDICTION AND DISPUTES A This Agreement and the Limited Warranty shall be governed by the laws of Israel exclusive its conflicts of law provisions This Agreement shall not be governed by the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods 1980 B All disputes hereunder shall be resolved in the competent courts of Israel The parties irrevocabely consent to the jurisdiction of such courts agree to accept service of process by mail and waive any jurisdictional or venue defenses otherwise available ENTIRE AGREEMENT This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding of the parties and revokes and supersedes all prior agreements oral or written between the parties and is intended as a final expression of their Agreement It shall not be modified or amended except in writing signed by the parties hereto and specifically referring to this Agreement This Agreement shall take precedence over any other documents that may be in conflict herewith LICENSEE HEREBY ACKNOWLEDGES THAT IT HAS READ THIS AGREEMENT UNDERSTANDS IT AND AGREES TO BE BOUND BY ITS TERMS AND CONDITIONS
77. res creating a master non activated SoftXpand Xpress Host image and deploying it on additional Hosts For installing SoftXpand Xpress on an already running Windows XP Host see below Software Requirements These are the software requirements for installing SoftXpand Xpress e Windows XP Pro with service pack 2 or higher Use this download link to download Windows XP SP3 English http www microsoft com downloads details aspx familyid 5B33B5A8 5E 76 401F BE08 1E1555D4F3D4 e Windows NTFS file system Use this link to learn how to convert file system to NTFS http technet microsoft com en us library bb456984 aspx e Microsoft NET Framework 3 5 service pack 1 Use this link to download it English https www microsoft com downloads details aspx FamilyID AB99342F 5 D1A 413D 8319 81DA479ABOD7 Microsoft Management Console 3 0 It is built in Windows XP SP3 Use this link to download it English http Awww microsoft com downloads details aspx Familyld 61FC1C66 06 F2 463C 82A2 CF20902FFAEO Note For using MMC 3 0 with SoftXpand Xpress on localized non English versions of Windows XP SP3 download and install the following Microsoft Hotfix KB957502 http support microsoft com kb 957502 Windows Management Instrumentation WMI service started see Windows Start gt Settings gt Control Panel gt Administrative Tools gt Services Terminal Services service started see Windows Start gt Settings gt Control P
78. rkstation Shutdown Workstation Depending if the Workstation is currently running or not You can configure a Workstation Exit password in the Host Properties settings tab which will be prompted upon Shutting down a workstation You can use the combination keys of Ctrl Alt on the keyboard assigned to the shutdown workstation in order start it This feature can be enabled or disabled from the Workstation Preferences Remote Control Exists only when the Workstation is running it opens a Remote Control session to the selected Workstation See Remote Control for more information Detect Display This option projects the Display ID of the selected Workstation on its monitor regardless if the Workstation is running or not and prompts the Admin Tools user to confirm it This option is mainly used for trouble shooting Send Message Exists only when the Workstation is running it enables sending text messages to the selected Workstation which will appear in a small dialog box on the Workstation s monitor Running Processes Exists only when the workstation is running it will show all processes and process IDs currently running on the workstation Properties This option will open the Workstation Properties dialog box of the selected Workstation which enables configuring various specific Workstation settings soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Workstation Tab
79. rt that has not been manually assigned to a Workstation this port is automatically assigned to the Host Console and the device inserted into it will not be accessible to any Workstation until manually assigned Assignment of removable disks to a workstation is done using the Workstation Properties dialog box Device Map Removable disk drop down In order to learn how to assign USB removable disks ports to a Workstation please refer to Mapping Hardware devices under Using SoftXpand Xpress Note By enabling SoftXpand s management of removable disks you will not be able to manage removable disk isolation in other methods such as 3rd party applications Note By disabling SoftXpand s removable disk isolation feature any removable disk connected to the Host will be accessible and visible to all SoftXpand Workstations Import and Export settings name Removable Disk Settings Disable attachment of Removable disk to workstation using Device map through Workstation tray icon Enable Disable assignment of removable disks using the Device Map tab in Workstation Properties dialog box when accessed from the Workstation Tray Icon Setting this option will deny the users from adding or changing removable disks assignments USB ports to Workstations by using their Workstation tray icon but the SoftXpand administrator will still be able to assign removable disks to workstations using Device Map accessed from Admin
80. sable the option to use direct sound on SoftXpand Import and Export settings name Direct Sound support Direct Sound Use this button to open and edit the SXDSound ini file where you can set to include exclude which applications will use direct sound Reset Settings Use this button to un assign all sound devices from all workstations and to restore all sound related settings to their default soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Removable Disk Tab Host MY EXAMPLE Properties Host Console Remote Control Run Programs About Settings Workstation Preferences Peripheral Devices Local Printers pi Removable Disk C Disable Softxpand s Removable disk isolation feature C Disable attachment of Removable disk to workstation using Device map through workstation tray icon Reset Settings Removable Disk Disable SoftXpand s Removable disk isolation feature Enable Disable management of removable disk isolation by SoftXpand SoftXpand s removable disk isolation method assigns a USB port to a SoftXpand Workstation The assignment of USB port is done manually After the port has been assigned any standard removable disk that will be inserted into the assigned port will be automatically mapped to the relevant Workstation and will be accessible only by that Workstation By default when a removable disk is inserted into a USB po
81. se in the left pane of Admin Tools and select Activate Below are the details of the different license attributes viewed in the bottom right pane of the license node e Product Name Displays the name of SoftXpand product e License ID Displays the unique serial number of the installed license This field is available only after activation is performed e Number of Workstations Displays the number of Workstations supported by the activated license The default number of Workstations for SoftXpand Xpress trial version is 6 Workstations e Expiration date Displays the date for which the license will expire SoftXpand Xpress trial version is for 30 days This field will display the date for which if not activated the software will not be functional until activated e Host duration limit Displays the time limit for which the Host will run without restarting The trial version of SoftXpand Xpress will restart the Host once every 24 hours 1 day After activating the software with a commercial license this field will not be displayed any more e Workstation duration limit Displays the time limit for which the Workstations will run without stopping and restarting The trial version of SoftXpand Xpress will stop and restart all Workstations once every 6 hours After activating the software with a commercial license this field will not be displayed any more e Host Console This field is available only if the license permits displ
82. soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Welcome to SoftXpand What is SoftXpand SoftXpand is a core software solution technology that enables simultaneously running multiple interactive desktops on a single computer By installing SoftXpand you can deploy up to eight interactive Workstations on any standard PC deploying independent and fully compatible desktops with the source operating system on which SoftXpand is installed What is SoftXpand Xpress Since the end of 2009 MiniFrame decided to come out with multiple products targeted to the different markets home enterprise SMB and education etc All products are based on the core technology SoftXpand with different features and abilities SoftXpand Xpress is the main product of MiniFrame which enables turning one PC into up to 8 fully interactive desktop workstations How does it work SoftXpand expands the abilities of the source operating system Windows XP by creating multiple Windows XP look and feel desktop environments and allocating the installed input output hardware devices to each such desktop so as to allow up to eight different users to log on to independent virtual Workstation using their regular Windows Domain user names and passwords and work simultaneously Each such Workstation requires installation of dedicated input output devices such as additional video card s keyboards mice and optionally USB hubs sound and
83. solutions to turn one PC into several multimedia virtual PCs offering a new entertainment experience MiniFrame is owned by public and private investors Contact MiniFrame If you are seeking to join MiniFrame s growing international channel network or are interested in an OEM alliance with MiniFrame please contact us through Email partners miniframe com Website http www miniframe com partners become a partner html If you are seeking to purchase SoftXpand as an end user please contact your local distributor or alternatively contact MiniFrame and you shall be referred to your nearest distributor Website http www miniframe com about us contact us html For support and technical assistance please contact us through Email support miniframe com For public relations inquiries please contact us through Email marketing miniframe com soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT YOU SHOULD CAREFULLY READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS BEFORE OPENING THIS PACKAGE OR INSTALLING THE SOFTWARE INTO THE COMPUTER MEANS YOU ACCEPT THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS AND UNDERSTAND THAT THEY WILL BE LEGALLY BINDING ON YOU AND ANY END USER IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THEM OR DO NOT WANT THEM TO BE BINDING ON YOU YOU SHOULD NOT INSTALL THE SOFTWARE INTO THE COMPUTER AND PROMPTLY RETURN THE PACKAGE UNOPENED OWNERSHIP It is hereby understood and agreed tha
84. ss for specific situations where the Workstation is certainly not occupied by any user and there is no need for it to auto start or for troubleshooting monitor issues Enable auto logon Select this option and fill in the logon details to enable an automatic user logon upon Workstation start This option will automatically logon the user to his Workstation upon every Workstation start Use the browse button in order to select the user account which will automatically logon the Workstation The user may be local or from domain if the Host is member of domain Note The SoftXpand automatic user logon mechanism is identical in its operation to the Windows automatic user logon As you configure a user to automatically logon to Windows you can do the same on SoftXpand using this setting Manually keyboard assignment shortcut keys The specific combination of keyboard keys which are used for assigning a keyboard to that specific Workstation This is an informative field only It is not editable The numbers in the field will be different for each workstation For more information see Mapping Hardware Devices soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Remote Control Tab Use this tab to configure the Workstation s remote control settings This tab is used to configure how this workstation will be accessed remotely The options in this tab are only available when in Host Properties Remote
85. station e Inthe Device Map tab select the appropriate device type from the drop down menu A table of devices will appear e Select the Edit mode checkbox to change the mapping settings e Select the checkbox to the left of the appropriate device you wish to assign to the Workstation and click Apply or OK to save and close Map to Primary This is the initial status upon conclusion of the SoftXpand Xpress installation all Keyboards and mice are mapped to the primary monitor Workstation the monitor from which the installation was initiated To return to this status in case of hardware mapping mixtures and complication use the Admin Tools to go to Host Properties gt Peripheral Devices gt Keyboards amp Mice and click the Reset Settings button Use this option with extra care as it will affect ALL Host keyboards and mice Mapping Audio Devices to Workstations All in out audio devices not MIDI can be mapped to specific Workstations A SoftXpand Xpress Workstation cannot be assigned with more than one audio device Multiple Workstations can use the same out audio device For mapping audio devices to Workstations use the Workstation properties Device Map dialog box To return all audio device assignments to installation default assigned to Host Console you can use the reset settings button in the Audio Devices tab under Host Properties Use the Reset Settings button with
86. t MiniFrame Israel Inc Licensor is the owner of all title interests and intellectual property rights in and to the accompanying software program s the Software recorded on the enclosed disk CD ROM or downloaded to or installed into your computer and all subsequent copies thereof regardless of the media or form in which the original disk or copies may exist You as a licensee Licensee of this Software do not acquire any ownership rights to the Software Except as expressly set forth herein this License does not grant you any rights whether by license ownership or otherwise in or to the Software The term Software shall include its structure organization code user interface and any associated documentation upgrades modified versions updates and edditions of the software licensed to you by the Licensor LICENSE In consideration of your payment of the License fee the Licensor grants you a limited nonexclusive license to use the Software subject to the terms and restrictions set forth in this License Agreement You are not permitted to use the Software in any manner not expressly authorized by this License The Software is licensed only to install and use on a single host computer provided that such host computer is compatible with the requirements of the Software You may reproduce and use one 1 copy of the Software for each host computer on which such Software is originally installed You are hereby allowed to m
87. t management e Improved Exit mechanism e Ability to shut down SoftXpand Xpress Host and Workstation from within SoftXpand session and from various other locations e Added Exit options from the Shut down SoftXpand Xpress dialog e Windows XP look and feel dialog e Supporting global password e New featured session shutdown and startup using a key combination for energy saving and better green technology An improved and customized idle policy to be configured by a specific hour Remote Control e Improved indication where settings are controlled by global Host properties e Supporting RDP on Windows XP SP2 GUI bug fix An improved device policy e Enhanced device statuses and GUI indication and documentation e Additional device information and balloon notification dialog Admin Tools e Real time Information about session status and logged on user available from the Admin Tools For more information see Exiting SoftXpand Xpress and Admin Tools settings Improved existing licensing tool and new features Improved offline activation procedure which auto generates an email to the customer in a short period of time New Import license option e Control of license attributes for selected MiniFrame partners and OEMs e Enable Disable activation and upgrade e Language and branding e Detailed license information for end users available within the license info For more information see License
88. t of keyboard and Mice Audio Devices Removable disk to workstation using Device map from Tray icon is enabled in one of the tabs in Host properties Peripheral devices then the following label will appear in the Workstation properties bottom window for the relevant device Disabled options are currently controlled by global Host properties To enable specific Workstation settings please contact your System Administrator Note For assigning a virtual IP to a Workstation you will need to type in the virtual IP address manually For more information regarding virtual IP see Virtual IF Below you can find a list of all device icons and statuses Status speakers Microphone Keyboard Mouse Removable Virtual IP description disk Not mine connected E n ws 9 Ol Mine not p gt x connected a Q 2 Mine iia i f Fy met E E EC SS a amp Not mine a z not connected soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd License The License component enables viewing the details of the currently installed license and opening the SoftXpand Activation dialog box e To view the current License status select License in the left pane of the Admin Tools and look at the bottom right pane For support of your product contact the License Owner To open the SoftXpand Xpress Activation dialog box right click Licen
89. te Control Run Programs Device Map Run Programs when User Logon to the Workstation Name Parameters C Stop running all programs Run Program when user logon to the workstation Use the Add Edit Remove Up and Down buttons to manage the list of applications that will start automatically upon logging on to the Workstation Stop running all programs Use this checkbox to stop running applications automatically upon logging on to the Workstation Note use the Add Edit Remove Up and Down buttons to manage the startup programs for SoftXpand workstations Note In case that the check box Run programs when user logon to every workstation is enabled in the Host properties Run Programs tab then the following label will appear in the Workstation properties bottom window Disabled options are currently controlled by global Host properties To enable specific Workstation settings please contact your System Administrator soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Device Map Tab Use the Device Map tab to select which monitor keyboard mouse audio device Removable disk USB port virtual IP and local printers are mapped to the Workstation and to change the mapping as needed Workstation A Properties Workstation Remote Control Run Programs Device Map Device map
90. the Shutdown SoftXpand Xpress dialog that appears choose the desired action fill in the Exit password if needed and click OK Using the Disconnect button e Go to Windows Start gt click on Disconnect In the Shutdown SoftXpand Xpress dialog that appears choose the desired action fill in the Exit password if needed and click OK Using command line This option is intended for system administrators mainly for remote Exit However it could be used for scheduling an Exit with a scheduled batch file Exit SoftXpand Xpress using command line is available for the below options with the following syntax e Exit to windows MfAdminConsole exe shutdownsx p password e Exit and restart the PC MfAdminConsole exe restartpc p password e Exit and shut down the PC MfAdminConsole exe shutdownpc p password Note the password is the Global Exit password set in the Settings tab Type in the password without the quotation marks Use quotation marks only if your password has spaces in it soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Mapping Assigning Hardware Devices As all workstations in a Cluster share the same Host PC some devices such as printer scanner etc may be shared by all workstations in the Cluster On the other hand devices such as keyboard mouse HID devices audio device removable disk USB port must be assigned to a Workstation
91. the keyboard keys esc Ft F2 F3 Fa Fs Fe F7 Fe f Fo Fiori Fia psc sk bk tifa statstst 7 sj sj oj bk Fins tml puny nm 7 Dao HH BI cu ae and immediately click the mouse s left and right buttons together Left Tt Right Button This will assign both keyboard and mouse to monitor Workstation See the following example which will require the Ctrl Shift F2 keys for assignment of keyboard and mouse Note the Ctrl Shift F2 demonstrated in the image below is an example For each Workstation a different Ctrl Shift F will be acquired Welcome to SoftXpand xpress soft gt lt xpana Press Ctrl Shift F2 followed by immediately pressing both mouse buttons simultaneously to begin Requiring this key combination at startup ensures pour keyboard and mouse are assigned to your workstation Using the Workstation Properties dialog box See description of this method below Map to Primary See description of this method below General Mapping Methods The following 2 mapping methods apply to more than one type of device as enlisted in each device type s section Using the Workstation Properties Device Map dialog box e Decide to which Workstation you wish to assign devices and access the relevant Workstation Properties dialog box through the Workstation Tray Icon or via Workstation properties using the Admin Tools This dialog box will enable assigning devices only to that Work
92. through download over the Internet or any other means at the discretion of the Licensor B In no event will Licensor be liable for any direct or indirect damages including but not limited to lost profits lost savings or other incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the Software even if Licensor or its authorized dealer has been advised of the possibility of such damages or if such damages were foreseeable or for any claim by any other party In no event shall Licensor s liability exceed the price paid by you for the License herein granted THIRD PARTY S LICENSE Nothing in this License nor in any documentation related to the Software shall be deemed as an authorization given by any third party to install into and use such third party s licensed software through the host computer to which various simultaneous work stations are connected Licensee is hereby requested to read carefully the terms and conditions of each third party s licensed software that shall be installed into and used through the host computer and the various simultaneous work stations It is in the Licensee s sole responsibility to receive the required approval or consent of any third party for the installation into and usage of such third party s licensed software through the host computer on which the Software is installed and the various simultaneous work stations Licensee shall solely bear all expenses related to the the
93. to enable the appearance of the Workstation tray icon for all users Import and Export settings name WS Icon Permission Device Notification Policy Enable balloon tip notifications about the following devices Keyboards Mice Audio devices Selection of the peripheral devices to which a balloon tips notification will appear in case the selected devices are missing on a Workstation When SoftXpand is configured to automatically logon all users to their Workstations it is recommended to leave the notification balloon tip for keyboards and mice on Import and Export settings name Device Map Balloon Tip Settings Manual start Workstation keyboard shortcut keys Use this combination of keyboard keys to start a workstation which was previously shut down The keyboard combination specified is informative and cannot be changed Use the combination on a keyboard which is assigned to the shut down workstation in order to manually start it soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Peripheral Devices Tab Use the Peripheral Devices tab to configure the global behavior of various peripheral devices attached to the Host Under the Peripheral Devices tab you will find 5 tabs referring to different types of devices e Keyboards amp mice Use this tab to configure global keyboards and mice settings e Audio Devices Use this tab to configure global audio settings e Virtual IPs Use this t
94. tware Prerequisites before moving forward to installing SoftXpand Xpress upgrading SoftXpand Xpress or activating SoftXpand Xpress Experienced SoftXpand users may skip this section as most data is compatible with former versions soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Hardware Preparation Preparing the hardware for a SoftXpand Xpress installation is a crucial aspect for enabling smooth and easy deployment and operation As SoftXpand is an expansion of the operation system s ability into multiple desktops selecting the correct hardware is essential and cannot be fully detailed in this guide It is most important to make sure all updated drivers are installed For upgrades of existing Hosts it is most recommended to uninstall the display driver restart the Host and then reinstall the most updated driver Note it is most recommended to uninstall SoftXpand Xpress prior to any Host Windows maintenance To reserve SoftXpand Xpress s configurations for reinstallation use the Import Export feature See also upgrading SoftXpand Xpress for more information Hardware Requirements These are the minimal hardware requirements for installing SoftXpand Xpress e CPU Intel Pentium 4 1300 MHz or an equivalent AMD processor e Memory 512 MB of physical memory e Video card s video output ports as per the number of installed Workstations use dual head PCI E video cards or single head USB v
95. udio device removable disk connected to the USB hub will be automatically mapped to the workstation without the need to manually assign it soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Installing and Running Applications It is advised to install applications onto the Host prior to installing SoftXpand Xpress but applications may also be installed after SoftXpand Xpress is installed and running There are 3 application related aspects to consider when using SoftXpand Xpress installing the application running it and users security and isolation Installing Applications SoftXpand s support of OpenGL and DirectX greatly expands the installation possibilities The Installation of applications on a SoftXpand Xpress Host can be done through both the Host Console Windows session or any of the workstations If the installation process requires a computer restart it is advised to install the application from Windows when SoftXpand isn t running but if it was done from a Workstation session Exit SoftXpand after the installation finishes and restart the Host manually Running Applications After an application is installed try running it on one Workstation If this fails use the SoftXpand Runner tool Right click the application or its shortcut and select SoftXpand Application Runner Movie Maker File Edit View Favorites Tools Help Q sack Q E JO Search Folders E
96. vate Offline Use this option to generate an activation file when internet connection is not available from the Host PC 1 Click on Create Activation file in order to generate the activation file The system will create a TXT file Transfer the file to an internet connected PC 2 Attach the file to an email and send it to the following address act miniframe com MiniFrame s automatic system will send a reply message with an activated file attached 3 Transfer the activated file back to the Host PC and click on Import License in order to load the received file and complete the offline activation process Note SoftXpand Xpress will remain in Trial License until the offline activation process has been completed e Inthe License Info section fill in the Serial Number as provided to you upon purchase e Click Activate to activate online Note SoftXpand Xpress s activation status icon is located at the bottom left corner of the SoftXpand Xpress Activation dialog box The License node in Admin Tools provides detailed information about the license status Note SoftXpand Xpress s license is hardware based Any changes to the Host s core hardware CPU motherboard video cards etc may require re activation soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Configuring SoftXpand Xpress When SoftXpand Xpress is installed it is configured to run in
97. will display the Windows logon dialog Shutdown PC The Host will shut down completely Restart PC The Host will perform a computer restart See Exiting SoftXpand Xpress for more details Import and Export Settings Importing exporting and re setting SoftXpand Xpress configuration settings Select this option to open the Import and Export Settings Wizard It offers the following options Export selected settings Selecting this option enables exporting the settings of selected categories into a file Import selected settings Selecting this option enables importing the settings of selected categories from a file Reset all settings Select this option to reset all Host and settings to their default values Note Import and Export settings are available at this moment only for Host settings and not for Workstation settings e Run Program on Host Select this option to run an executable file a script or any other application remotely on the Host Console A Run Program on Host dialog will appear enabling browsing for the desired file and running it e SoftXpand Logger Select this option to open the SoftXpand logger utility which will enable you to generate a log file of SoftXpand activity mainly for troubleshooting purposes More information How to use SoftXpand logger e Open Host Console Select this option to open a remote control session to SoftXpand Xpress s Host Console For more information about SoftXp
98. y The wizard will then finalize the installation e Click Finish to launch SoftXpand Xpress and set it to automatically run following each Windows restart SoftXpand Xpress s Control Panel will open e Where needed click Activate to open the Activation console and activate SoftXpand Xpress e Click Start Now to launch SoftXpand Xpress Windows will restart and the SoftXpand Xpress logon dialog will appear on each monitor Note following the initial installation all Keyboards and mice are assigned to the monitor which is Primary under Windows the monitor from which the installation was initiated Note When using USB video adapter s that is connected to an end point USB hub following the end of setup and PC restart all keyboards mice and USB audio devices that are connected to that hub will be automatically assigned to the matching monitor e Assign keyboards and mice to their designated Workstation monitor manually as instructed below or by using the SoftXpand Xpress Admin Tools Manually Assigning Keyboards and Mice to Monitors As per the tip balloon on each Workstation s logon dialog click the Ctrl Shift F key combination followed by immediately clicking both the left and right buttons of the relevant mouse See Mapping hardware devices for more information soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Upgrading SoftXpand Xpress SoftXpand s up
99. yboard mouse and other optional devices all connected to the SoftXpand Host Each such Workstation can accommodate an independent user Cluster the group of all SoftXpand Workstations connected to a single Host Host Console the primary Windows session desktop It runs in the background while SoftXpand is running soft gt lt pandad MiniFrame and SoftXpand are trademarks of MiniFrame Ltd Why use SoftXpand Simply put the SoftXpand solution allows you to turn your standard Windows PC into multiple efficient affordable green top performance PC Workstations SoftXpand Benefits Cost effective Reduce your Total Cost of Ownership by at least 75 by purchasing a single computer per SoftXpand cluster Top performance SoftXpand supports every type of application including multimedia applications video flash and chat applications e g Live messenger SoftXpand supports in and out sound for each Workstation the user experience is identical to that of a standard PC Maintenance amp management time Management of all Workstations in a Cluster can be performed in one location on any of the Workstations or remotely hence enabling dramatic time savings Ultimate Green IT Solution All Workstations in a SoftXpand cluster share the power of the Host PC leading to significantly less energy consumption as well as lower manufacturing transportation heat output and CO2 emission levels Since SoftXpand is a s

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