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vWorkspace 7.5 - Feature Spotlight Series Welcome to another vWorkspace Feature Spotlight blog post. We are very excited about the new features and enhancements included in the latest version of our product. Today we are going to focus on EOP Audio and the benefits it brings to your organization.

What is EOP Audio?

EOP Audio provides high quality bi-directional audio experience and allows to play high quality audio contents and redirection of microphones or headsets to a remote session. The Audio codec and quality can easily be adjusted to different levels in order to meet your organization needs. With the upgraded EOP Audio feature in vWorkspace 7.5 we have provided support for Microsoft Lync, Microsoft Office Communicator and other VoIP applications in both WAN and LAN network scenarios.

The list below provides examples of how granular EOP Audio is and how you can configure it to meet your needs:

As you can see you can pick and match your individual user needs and what it is more important these settings can be specified on a per user or virtual machine basis:



In addition to the quality and codec support it is also important to note that EOP Audio supports USB or analog headsets, earphones and microphones and makes them available to the user virtual machine or VoIP applications in a remote session.

We will now have a closer look on how Quest Audio integrates with various infrastructure components like EOP Xtream, SSL encryption, VDI and RDSH Sessions and of course Microsoft Lync Client and Server components.

Important: if you are using Windows 7 or Windows Server 2008 R2, please refer to this support article: https://support.quest.com/Search/SolutionDetail.aspx?id=SOL90570

Learn More

That's all from me today, I encourage you to test this and other vWorkspace amazing new features so you can understand and see what our solution can do for your organization.

Here are some things you can do to learn more:

• Visit the official vWorkspace 7.5 web page
• Download vWorkspace 7.5 and try it for yourself.
• Watch demos of the key new vWorkspace 7.5 features in action on QuestTV
• Read our whitepaper ‘desktop virtualization: a cost and speed comparison’
• Read the vWorkspace ‘What’s New Guide’
• Consult vWorkspace 7.5 Release Notes

By popular demand, I've created a way to centrally manage the Flash Blacklist.

Overview

Quest Flash Redirection is great but occasionally a Flash site is written in a way that does not work well with FMMR.

Rather than disable flash entirely, you can add the troublesome site to a Blacklist.

This involves:

1. Open Regedit on the TS/VDI

2. The list of web sites which are "Black listed" and will not be redirected are stored in

HKLM\SOFTWARE\Provision Networks\Flash Redirection\bl (on x86 systems)

or

HKLM\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Provision Networks\Flash Redirection\bl (on x64 systems).

3. Add the new site to this Multi-string value and FMMR will not be activated for that site.

Effort

This is fine if you're managing a small environment but gets tiresome when you have a lot of machines to look after.

Future

So, we've logged this an Enhancement Request

Today

The good news is, 2008R2 and Windows 7 can handle ADMX files that set multistring values!

Attached to this blog is a Zip file containing example ADMX and ADML files.

Follow this article on how to deploy custom ADMX files in your environment. Click here

Once the admx file has been added correctly, The setting will appear in your group policy management tool under Computer Configuration | Administrative Templates | System | Quest

Enable the  setting and add the sites that you wish to block.

WARNING: You need to add all the previous blocked sites to this list. Copy these from the registry of an existing TS. Alternatively this is the default 7.5 list.
*.go.com
*.msn.com
*.nytimes.com
*.bmwusa.com
*.cnn.com
*.disney*
*.elle.com
*.forbes.com
*.lonelyplanet.com
*.usatoday.com
*.abc.com
*.dsc.discovery.com
*.mlb.mlb.tv
*.online.wsj.com
*.audiusa.com
*.bing.com
*.bmw.com
*.cartoonnetwork.com
*.formula1.com
*.foxnews.com
*.nbc.com
*.nike.com
*.reuters.com
*.weather.com
*.Creditline.co.uk
*.Hulu.com
*.Kemppi.com
*.Bloomberg.com
*.Washingtonpost.com
*.Nba.com
*.Cnbc.com
*.Cnet.com
*.Yahoo.com
*.Amazon.com
*.Veoh.com
*.Vimeo.com
*.asb.co.nz

Enjoy!

Andrew

Good day,

I am excited to announce the release of the vWorkspace Connector for iPad version 1.2. The Connector for iPad is a simple application that allows people within your organization to use an iPad to connect to Windows desktops and applications published in a vWorkspace farm.  And with the continued shift toward the consumerization of IT and BYOD initiatives, we feel the timing for this new release couldn’t be better.  After all, as you’ve probably noticed, the terms BYOD and iPad are often joined at the hip due to the worldwide popularity of this market generating device. By leveraging the native iOS libraries we have decreased the size and increased the speed of the Connector for iPad. We have also greatly improved the performance and stability of the product. As with all iPad applications this Connector can be obtained from the AppStore. Documentation and release notes can be obtained from support.quest.com and are not included with the installer. For more details on the specific issues we’ve addressed in this latest release, please see the release notes.

The FAQ below answers some common questions:

1. How can I download and install the vWorkspace Connector for iPad?

    

The vWorkspace Connector for iPad can be obtained from the Apple AppStore and installation is a breeze. Seach for vWorkspace in the AppStore, click install, enter your iTunes credentials and away you go!

2. What functionality will the vWorkspace Connector for iPad provide?



The vWorkspace Connector for iPad provides AppPortal functionality so that users can connect to a vWorkspace farm and access virtual desktops and published applications.

Listed below are some of the new features:

• Improved Graphics Rendering - the graphics rendering process has been streamlined using native iOS libraries. This makes the Connector for iPad much faster and more responsive
• Enhanced Keyboard Support - support for external keyboards
• Support for iOS 5
• hide button on the connection bar - Users can now hide the connection bar while in a remote session.  

   

3. Where can I get the documentation for this release?

The vWorkspace Connector for iPad version 1.2 documentation includes the following and can be downloaded from http://support.quest.com.

• Release notes (containing details of all known issues).
• User Guide.
• System Requirements.
• What’s New.

   

4. Can I upgrade from previous versions?

Yes, you can upgrade from previous versions. All existing farm configuration will be preserved.

5. What devices or versions of iPad will this work with?



       The vWorkspace Connector for iPad is designed to work on any iPad device. Please see the System Requirements document on support,quest.com for more information. 

6. Is this release supported by Quest?

Yes, this is a production release and is therefore supported by Quest.

Enjoy,

Kelly Craig

Product Manager



What's New for vWorkspace lists new and revised Quest Support documentation since the last release of this monthly publication.

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Documentation

vWorkspace 7.5 Hotfix (Update_192047) for solution SOL89812

vWorkspace 7.5 Hotfix (Update_192047) for solution SOL89812 in ZIP format.

Please refer to the SupportLink knowledgebase article SOL89812 for additional information and instructions on implementing the patch.

Revised: March 16,2012

vWorkspace 7.5 Hotfix Read Me (Update_192047) for solution SOL89812

We highly recommend that you look over the Read Me for the most up to date information on installation, bug fixes, known issues, etc.

Revised: March 16,2012

Solutions

SOL89541 - Memory stats not correct in vWorkspace Management Console

Resolution: This is a known defect 195448

Revised: March 05,2012

SOL89550 - Cannot open PIT file error when launching published apps internally

Resolution: Open Web-IT Admin page and navigate to Firewall/SSL section. Since Web-IT is configred for Secure-IT, it already has default translation set to SSL...

Revised: March 05,2012

SOL89591 - Unable to install additional roles or features to a vWorkspace server due to: "Error 0 was returned by WinVerifyTrust."

Resolution: Uninstall vWorkspace and reinstalling all desired roles.

Revised: March 06,2012

SOL89664 - Webaccess not showing connector type in 7.5

Resolution: Workaround: In the Website properties under Downloads/Connectors | vWorkspace Connectors you can set vWorkspace to "Automatically download and in...

Revised: March 07,2012

SOL88838 - Restoring vWorkspace from failed upgrade

Resolution: Before starting upgrade, it's imperative that customer performed backups of the vital parts of the vWorkspace. The most vital part of vWorkspace is...

Revised: March 06,2012

SOL59800 - Web Access error when setting a Custom Address Translation Setting to the Firewall/SSL VPN section of the Admin page: "Incorrect format"

Resolution: To resolve the issue above and ensure that Custom Address Translation Settings are enabled in Web Access edit the webit.FARMNAME.config file on your W...

Revised: March 01,2012

SOL61483 - AppPortal Command Line options

Resolution: The following options are supported for use with vWorkspace AppPortal, when launched from the command line. 1. Goto Start | Run 2. Launch the A...

Revised: March 07,2012

SOL61488 - Renaming a group in Active Directory does not rename the Group in vWorkspace

Resolution: To workaround this issue, complete the following: 1. Add the newly re-named group as a client 2. Select the client with the original group (nam...

Revised: March 05,2012

SOL89497 - Metaprofiles not processing Group Membership correctly

Resolution: Workaround: Use the Active Directory Delegate Control wizard to grant the missing permissions to the AD computer object that represents the Termi...

Revised: March 05,2012

SOL89669 - Please Contact Your System Administrator

Resolution: In vWorkspace 7.5 Open the vWorkspace Management Console Goto Websites Bring up the "Properties" for your website Goto Downloads/Connec...

Revised: March 07,2012

SOL89722 - 7.5 SSL Gateway and Web Access on the same server doesn't work the same as older versions

Resolution: In this example, the internal users are on a 10.10.122 subnet The SSl Gateway and Webserver is on 10.10.122.52 External Users are consider to b...

Revised: March 08,2012

SOL65340 - Allowing the Mac Connector Download via Web Access

Resolution: Workaround In order to fix this issue all that needs to be done is to register the .DMG MIME type to the IIS server that is running vWorkspace We...

Revised: March 05,2012

SOL72573 - Installing Connection Broker on Windows 2008R2 SP1 may break Kerberos authentication

Resolution: You can download the Microsoft fix this this link; ; http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2526946

Revised: March 01,2012

SOL82310 - What's New for vWorkspace

Resolution: February 2012 –What's New for vWorkspace lists new and revised Quest Support documentation since the last release of this monthly publication.Subscrib...

Revised: March 01,2012

SOL89505 - Error -2145833073 while importing the datacenters from VMware

Resolution: Workaround. 1. Create a new certificate for each Connection Broker and make sure each matches the servername as it appears in the vWorkspace Cons...

Revised: March 05,2012

SOL84728 - Error when connecting via Web Access: "Because of an error in data encryption, this session will end. Please try connecting to the remote computer again."

Resolution: Update the RDP client on the Windows XP/Windows Vista machine:Description of the Remote Desktop Connection 7.0 client update for Remote Desktop Ser...

Revised: March 02,2012

Good day all,

I'm happy to announce the release of version 3.9.4 of vWorkspace – MokaFive Suite. The vWorkspace - MokaFive Suite enables customers to securely, centrally and affordably deliver Windows desktops and applications both online and offline using "local VDI" technology from MokaFive. The vWorkspace - MokaFive Suite completes the spectrum of desktop virtualization technologies available in the Quest vWorkspace product family, and extends desktop virtualization to a wider range of users, including those who are less frequently connected and/or demand local computing power.

We have the following new features in this release:



·         Fusion 4 and Player 4 – vWorkspace MokaFive Suite now supports the latest major release from VMware.

·         Improved end user experience –A new console and player tour have been added to simplify the user experience.

·         Add LivePCs – LivePCs can now be added directly through the Player UI.

·         Offline Files Integration – Data backup and restore can now be performed using Windows Offline Files.

·         Automatic cleanup of uploaded LivePCs – LivePC Optimizer now runs automatically.

·         New domain join functionality – Administrators can create domain join packets with a pre-defined list of computer names.

·         Improved RAM management - When running multiple LivePCs on a host, the Player will now validate that the host has enough system resources (memory) to run additional LivePCs.





Don’t forget that the vWorkspace – MokaFive Suite:

• Can be used anywhere, anytime. Provides access to your Windows desktop environment online or offline, on any decent Mac or PC. Plus, you can take it with you on a USB stick or smartphone.
• No extensive server infrastructure required. A minimal server requirement reduces initial capital costs as well as ongoing expenses.
• Can be personalized for individual users. Maintaining user data, applications and settings even as the OS and core enterprise applications are centrally updated and patched.

We also have plenty of resources available to you so that you can learn more about the vWorkspace – MokaFive Suite, and how it fits into the Quest Desktop Virtualization Strategy:

• vWorkspace – MokaFive Suite product datasheet
• Navigating the Virtual Desktop Continuum whitepaper
• Virtualization Management Survey

The vWorkspace - MokaFiveSuite v3.9.4 is now available for download here from the quest.com trial download area on our website. When you download the product you will automatically be emailed details of how to obtain the trial key.

Further information on the supported features and the documentation explaining how to deploy the vWorkspace – MokaFive Suite can be found in the download package.

Enjoy!

Kelly Craig