EVGA PCoIP: Awesome Info Guide! ([HazMatt])

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 17:22:17 GMT

Some of you may be wondering what EVGA PCoIP is.

Here's a picture-by-picture guide I've conjured up to show you guys/gals what this new technology can do. This is mostly a lengthy summary, so as far as tech specifications, I'll only dish out the ones that are important for now.

PCoIP. Its like accessing your desktop remotely, which has been around for a bit. Except this improved take on the technology, created by a company called Teradici, allows clients to not only connect to a desktop remotely, but run full 3D applications such as Video/Photo editing software, Audio Engineering software, Graphics design, Industrial Printing, CAD, and other high GPU and CPU intensive programs through a network, freeing up lots of desk space by simply plugging their monitor, USB devices, and Audio Devices into a this Portal:

Teradici Portal - 124-IP-PD01-TR

This Portal sends and recieves information through a network, which can be connected to any graphics workstations or servers via a Host card that is installed on an available PCI-E slot:

Teradici Host - 128-IP-HD01-TR

Still confused? Here's are some illustrations I've found on a Japanese company's site, ELSA , who also jumped on this technology. I've translated all of the Japanese labels.

"But how will this benefit me?", you ask. Well, it's simple. It gives individual users and entire offices a lot more breathing and elbow room, therefore, increasing productivity or organization.

Got more than one workstation? How about an office? PCoIP technology can help you out!

Here's the first scenario. Let's say you have a bunch of people with workstations, and have a conference room were you can get all of your minions to sit down and talk about how your project(s) are going.

Sound like your place? Simply install a PCoIP Host card to each Workstation, branch the LAN cables, and send them over to the Portal, where it can be plugged into a large sexy flat panel, as seen in this figure. Every workstation can be accessed remotely from the meeting room, so that everybody at your office is on the same page, and can see exactly what they're working on.

Got an even BIGGER office with a ton of people, and worried about the clutter/heat? PCoIP has you covered.

Put a Portal at each desk, and route them to it's own workstation or server in a different room, through the Host card installed. All offices in your building will benefit from the space-saving Portal, because of its compact size. Again, increasing breathing room in an office environment really does lead to better productivity, so it'll be good for both your components, and your slav- err...workers.

I hope you now know what PCoIP is all about. If you're in these creative professional fields, this should be something you should look into.

-- FAQ --

Q: When will these new products be released?
A: The estimated release date is between January 8-11, 2008.

Q: How much are these new products?
A: The prices and availability for these products
can be found here.

Q: Are there spec sheets available for these products?
A: Yes, in .pdf format. You can find the one for the Portal
here, and the Host here.

Q: Will these products be compatible with Linux?
A: Yes. With the latest driver and firmware update,
it should be compatible with all Distros.

Q: What is the warranty for these products?
A: Upon registration within 30 days of purchase,
both the Portal and Host have a 2-year warranty.

Q: Will EVGA's hotline have a PCoIP extension for customer support?
A: They should be able to provide basic support, but as far
as a dedicated extension or department, no word on that yet.

Still confused? Watch this animation.
Here

Thanks for reading, check back later for more updates!

= HazMatt =