Jan 25, 2018 University College London (UCL) has implemented Citrix's XenDesktop cloud-based virtualisation software to power a secure workspace its students and staff can use to access the apps and devices. Technologies like Citrix Workspace with Intelligence are decreasing ‘noise’ by streamlining the digital experience, removing the need to navigate multiple apps and keeping the flow of work.
Applicable Products
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- Receiver for Windows
Objective
This article is intended for Citrix administrators and technical teams only.
Non-admin users must contact their company’s Help Desk/IT support team and can refer to CTX297149 for more information.
This article describes how to detect Citrix Receiver for Windows edition installed on the end point based on Windows 10 OS version.
Instructions
The following section describes the different editions of Citrix Receiver for Windows on Windows 10 OS and steps to find out the version of Receiver installed on the endpoint.
The following table describes the edition of Citrix Receiver for Windows installed from Microsoft store based on Windows 10 OS and client end points
| Endpoint Devices | Windows 10 OS greater than or equal to 16299.15 [Fall Creators Update] | Windows 10 OS lesser than 16299.15 [Fall Creators Update] |
| Mobile, IoT, Mixed reality headsets, Surface hub | Citrix Receiver for Universal Windows Platform will be installed on the end point device from the Microsoft store | Citrix Receiver for Universal Windows Platform will be installed on the end point device from the Microsoft store |
| Desktops, Surface Pro, Tablets, Windows 10 S | Receiver for Windows Store Edition will be installed on the end point device from the Microsoft store Note: This edition of Citrix Receiver is based on the existing Win 32 Receiver and built using the Microsoft Desktop Bridge technology | Receiver for Universal Windows Platform will be installed on the end point device from the Microsoft store |
The following table describes the steps to find out the version/Edition of Citrix Receiver for Windows installed on the Windows 10 endpoint either manually or through Microsoft Store
| Citrix Receiver Installed on End Point | Steps to find out the Edition/Version of Windows Receiver |
| Citrix Receiver for Windows |
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| Citrix Receiver for Windows (Store) edition |
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| Citrix Receiver for Universal Windows Platform |
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Note: Steps to find Windows version:
Citrix Workspace Ucla Basketball
Open command prompt and type “Winver” command, the version of Windows will be obtained as shown below:
Product Overview
Cisco® Virtualization Experience Client 6215 (VXC 6215) is a secure, reliable thin client designed to easily integrate into your virtualized infrastructure (Figure 1). When delivered with the Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Engine (VXME), it unifies voice, video, and virtual desktop all in one device.
When you implement the Cisco VXC 6215 as part of the Cisco Virtualization Experience Infrastructure (VXI) Smart Solution, you can provide a superior virtual workspace experience that is collaborative, mobile, and secure for all your users.
Cisco VXC 6215 is ideal for many work environments such as contact centers, shared workspaces, and telework environments. When Cisco VXC is delivered with Cisco VXME, users are able to access secure virtual desktops with integrated voice and video.
Features and Benefits
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●Offers a secure, reliable thin client validated and supported as part of Cisco VXI Smart Solution
●Offers a platform for voice and video using Jabber® for Windows running in a virtualized desktop when implemented with Cisco VXME
●Uses a SUSE Linux-based platform that supports Citrix High-Definition Experience (HDX), Independent Computing Architecture (ICA), PC over IP (PCoIP), and Microsoft Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) hosted virtual desktop protocols in basic virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) mode
Compatibility
Cisco VXC 6215 products are certified as Citrix Ready and HDX Ready.
For additional information, please refer to:
http://www.citrix.com/ready/en/cisco-systems/cisco-vxc-6215.
Cisco VXC 6215 products are certified as VMware Ready for VMware View Clients.
For additional information, please refer to:
http://www.vmware.com/resources/compatibility/search.php?action=base&deviceCategory=vdm.
Product Specifications
Figure 2 shows front and rear views of the Cisco VXC 6215. Table 1 lists hardware specifications for the Cisco VXC 6215.
Table 1.Hardware Specifications
Item | Description |
Processor | ●Dual-core AMD G-T56N 1.6-GHz processor with AMD Radeon HD 6310 graphics |
Memory | |
I/O peripheral support | ●One DisplayPort port ●One DVI-I port ◦Six USB ports: ◦Two SuperSpeed USB 3.0 * ports on rear (backward compatible with USB 2.0) |
Networking | |
Display | ●VESA monitor support with display data control (DDC) for automatic setting of resolution and refresh rate ●DisplayPort: 2560 x 1600 at 32 bits per pixel (bpp) ●Dual display: 1920 x 1200 at 32 bpp |
Audio | ●Output: 1/8-in. mini-jack, full 16-bit stereo, 48-KHz sample rate, audio out, and internal monaural speaker ●Input: 1/8-in. mini-jack and 8-bit stereo microphone |
Physical characteristics | |
Unit and shipping weight | ●Unit weight: ◦Stand: 0.2 lb (0.09 kg) ◦DVI-I-VGA adapter: 0.1 lb (0.04 kg) |
●Shipping weight: 6 lb (2.7 kg) | |
Mountings | ●Optional VESA mounting bracket (sold separately as Cisco accessory) |
Device security | ●Built-in Kensington security slot (cable sold separately) |
Power source | ●Worldwide autosensing 100 to 240 VAC at 50 to 60 Hz |
Power consumption | |
Temperature range | ●Operating: 32 to 104°F (10 to 40°C); horizontal and vertical positions |
Humidity | ●20-80% relative humidity (operational) |
Safety certifications | ●German EKI-ITB 2000, ISO 9241-3/-8 cULus 60950, TV-GS, EN 60950 FCC Class B, CE, VCCI, and C‑Tick ●WEEE, CAN ICES-003 Class B, Korea KN22/KN24, Taiwan BSMI, Russia Gost, and China CCC |
Warranty | ●Three-year limited hardware warranty More details: http://www.cisco-servicefinder.com/warrantyfinder.aspx |
Software Specifications
Table 2 lists software specifications for the Cisco VXC 6215.
Table 2.Software Specifications
Item | Description |
Operating system | |
Hosted virtual desktop Protocol support for Basic VDI Mode | ●Citrix XenDesktop ●VMware View Please refer to the Release Notes for the latest VDI support information |
Cisco Unified Communications Manager and soft-client support (Version 8.7) | ●CUPC 8.5x, 8.6 ●CUCILync 8.5.x, 8.6.1 Please refer to the VXME data sheet for the latest UC support information |
Security setup and configuration | ◦INI-based configuration ◦Optional add-ons |
Network protocol support | ●TCP/IP, Domain Name System (DNS), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Preboot Execution Environment (PXE), FTP, HTTP, and Secure HTTP (HTTPS) |
Management | ●Remote management, configuration, and upgrades through Cisco VXC Manager ●Wake terminal remotely (wake-on LAN) ●Terminal configuration (IP information, name, etc.) |
Accessories Specifications
Table 3 lists supported accessories for the Cisco VXC 6215.
Table 3.Accessories Support
Item | Description |
Headsets | ●Refer toVXME: Cisco Approved Audio & Video Accessories Datasheet |
Cameras | ●Refer toVXME: Cisco Approved Audio & Video Accessories Datasheet |
I/O devices | ●Refer toVXME: Cisco Approved Audio & Video Accessories Datasheet |
Display adapters | ●DisplayPort-to-DVI-D adapter (sold separately as Cisco accessory) ●DisplayPort-to-VGA adapter (sold separately as Cisco accessory) ●DisplayPort-to-HDMI adapter (sold separately as Cisco accessory) |
Ordering Information
Table 4 provides ordering information. To place an order, visit the Cisco Ordering homepage and refer to Table 4. To download software, visit the Cisco Software Center.
Table 4.Ordering Information
Product Name | Part Number |
CVXC-6215-S-BDL= | Cisco VXC 6215 Tower- Smoke Bundle |
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