...processors increasing performance up to 40%

Dual Core processors equip IGEL thin clients to handle playback of demanding multimedia content in virtual IT environments.

Reading, UK May 16, 2013 – IGEL Technology today met desktop requirements for increased broadband efficiency and computing power head on with its latest generation of UD5 and UD3 thin clients.

The new UD5 Dual Core can readily handle resource-intensive tasks such as decoding multimedia content. At the same time, it's more energy efficient than ever. In keeping with the well-proven Universal Desktop concept, the new top-of-the-line model also supports all popular communications protocols such as Citrix HDX, PCoIP and Microsoft RemoteFX.

Based on Intel’s Sandy Bridge chipset technology, which is also used in today’s more powerful notebooks, an Intel Celeron 847 dual-core CPU is at the heart of the UD5 Dual Core model series. In addition, 1 GB of main memory (DDR3 RAM) and up to 2 GB of flash memory (in the form of a SATA SSD) ensures fast signal processing. The newly improved UD5 also boasts upgraded hardware (including two fast USB 3.0 ports) that will be particularly beneficial when it comes to desktop virtualization. For instance, to accelerate multimedia playback on the hardware side, flash animations and other video files can be redirected from the server over to the thin client, which then locally decodes the content and plays it back smoothly and seamlessly. This highly effective multimedia redirection allows the new UD5 to conserve server resources while also offering users the best-possible playback experience.

Old and New Strengths Combined
Just like its predecessor, the new UD5 Dual Core comes with a large number of standard ports for peripherals. Standard features include one PS/2 port, two serial ports, one PCIe slot and a total of six USB ports (2 x USB 3.0, 4 x USB 2.0). Furthermore, an integrated smartcard reader is optionally available as are two versions of IGEL’s connectivity foot: one with an integrated WLAN module and an additional parallel port and another with an anti-theft USB port within the foot itself. The UD5 Dual Core also comes standard with dualview support, featuring a DVI and a display port allowing simultaneous use of two digital monitors.

With its excellent multimedia capabilities, there are practically no limits to where the new, high-performance UD5 can be deployed. The UD5 Dual Core is also exceptionally well suited for multi-screen workstations or as an end-user device in education, where it can easily meet the need for full-screen HD video playback or the delivery of complex graphical content, such as Aero interface effects, PowerPoint presentations or flash animations within efficient cloud environments.

IGEL UD3 Gets 20% Plus Boost
In terms of performance, the fourth generation of the IGEL UD3 surpasses even the top-of-the-range UD5 single core models. The VIA Eden X2 dual core processor with the VIA VX900 chip set speeds up the ultra compact all-round thin client by over 20%. The new CPU is backed up by up to 2 GB of DDR3 RAM and up to 4 GB of flash storage in the form of an SATA SSD. Further highlights include Dualview with two digital monitors (max. resolution: 1,920 x 1,200 pixels) as well as USB 3.0 at two of the six USB ports. With the new UD3 dual core, IGEL is making the transition to the world of cloud hosted applications and virtual desktops more attractive and future-proof than ever before, combining improved multimedia capabilities and greater energy efficiency at a low price.

As with all IGEL devices, both new models come with the IGEL Universal Management Suite (UMS), the leading remote management software system within the sector. The UMS allows standardized and secure remote management as well as fast rollouts of IGEL Universal Desktops, converted PCs and selected thin clients from other manufacturers.

“Our incorporation of the very latest hardware components makes our best selling models even more powerful,” said Simon Richards, IGEL’s UK MD. “For our customers, this means greater freedom in deciding how to implement complex virtualization projects while, at the same, being able to enjoy all the proven benefits of thin clients along with IGEL’s outstanding quality.”

Prices and Availability
The IGEL UD5-740 LX with IGEL Linux will cost £414; the IGEL UD5-740 W7 with Windows Embedded 7 will cost £475. Both devices will be officially available from May 16.

The IGEL UD3-740 LX with IGEL Linux is available for £329, while the IGEL UD3-740 W7 with Windows Embedded 7 costs £429 in the Advanced version. Both devices will be available from May 27.

All prices are net end-customer retail prices. IGEL offers a five-year warranty. The IGEL Universal Management Suite (UMS) remote management software comes supplied as standard.