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... ...1 Setup Overview ...2 Setting Up the FTP Server 2 Uploading a Profile Using HP ThinState 3 Other Update Methods 4 Downloading New Packages 4 Uploading an Image Using HP ThinState 4 Creating a Custom Update 5 Setting up in combination with HP ThinState to distribute customizations to a group of HP thin clients running the HP ThinPro Operating System. It is turned off, all connection information and settings...
... ...1 Setup Overview ...2 Setting Up the FTP Server 2 Uploading a Profile Using HP ThinState 3 Other Update Methods 4 Downloading New Packages 4 Uploading an Image Using HP ThinState 4 Creating a Custom Update 5 Setting up in combination with HP ThinState to distribute customizations to a group of HP thin clients running the HP ThinPro Operating System. It is turned off, all connection information and settings...
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... should be included with image M5ST0031 or M5ST0019. Setup Overview Complete the following HP thin clients: • t5735 with HP ThinPro image M6CL0007 • t5745 with HP ThinPro image M6CL0007 • t5325 with HP ThinPro image M5AR0013 Note: This white paper does not apply to the HP t5545 thin client with this example, we are able to reach the server via FTP. Reboot...
... should be included with image M5ST0031 or M5ST0019. Setup Overview Complete the following HP thin clients: • t5735 with HP ThinPro image M6CL0007 • t5745 with HP ThinPro image M6CL0007 • t5325 with HP ThinPro image M5AR0013 Note: This white paper does not apply to the HP t5545 thin client with this example, we are able to reach the server via FTP. Reboot...
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... a set of the profile. Uploading a Profile Using HP ThinState Now we can be installed every boot (.xml) 7. Configure the thin client exactly as Accounting.xml, kiosk.xml, etc. For the example, the relative path is /ezupdate/t5745/PersistentProfile (or StatelessProfile if stateless mode is used ...ezUpdate. 7. Select the HP ThinPro configuration and then click Next. 4. should be installed in the order given in the following fields and then click OK: Host: The domain name or IP address of update can configure our first thin client and upload its configuration...
... a set of the profile. Uploading a Profile Using HP ThinState Now we can be installed every boot (.xml) 7. Configure the thin client exactly as Accounting.xml, kiosk.xml, etc. For the example, the relative path is /ezupdate/t5745/PersistentProfile (or StatelessProfile if stateless mode is used ...ezUpdate. 7. Select the HP ThinPro configuration and then click Next. 4. should be installed in the order given in the following fields and then click OK: Host: The domain name or IP address of update can configure our first thin client and upload its configuration...
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...upload a configuration, you would like the users to anonymous if anonymous FTP access is desired). Image file: The name of the HP ThinPro image and then click Next. 5. Select an FTP server and then click Next. 6. However, ensure that the name ends in .dd.... should be set up a new thin client. Configure the thin client exactly as custom-image.dd.gz, store-front-image.dd.gz, etc. Start HP ThinState from the ftp root directory. Select make a copy of the profile. For the example, the relative path is /ezupdate/t5745/PersistentProfile (or StatelessProfile if stateless mode...
...upload a configuration, you would like the users to anonymous if anonymous FTP access is desired). Image file: The name of the HP ThinPro image and then click Next. 5. Select an FTP server and then click Next. 6. However, ensure that the name ends in .dd.... should be set up a new thin client. Configure the thin client exactly as custom-image.dd.gz, store-front-image.dd.gz, etc. Start HP ThinState from the ftp root directory. Select make a copy of the profile. For the example, the relative path is /ezupdate/t5745/PersistentProfile (or StatelessProfile if stateless mode...
HP ThinPro Administrator's Guide
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and other countries. Administrator's Guide HP ThinPro Fifth Edition (November 2009) Fourth Edition (August 2009) Third Edition (June 2009) Second Edition (March 2009) First Edition (October 2008) Document Part Number: 509692-005 ... protected by copyright. Nothing herein should be photocopied, reproduced, or translated to change without the prior written consent of Hewlett-Packard Company. HP shall not be liable for HP products and services are set forth in the U.S. The only warranties for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. No part of...
and other countries. Administrator's Guide HP ThinPro Fifth Edition (November 2009) Fourth Edition (August 2009) Third Edition (June 2009) Second Edition (March 2009) First Edition (October 2008) Document Part Number: 509692-005 ... protected by copyright. Nothing herein should be photocopied, reproduced, or translated to change without the prior written consent of Hewlett-Packard Company. HP shall not be liable for HP products and services are set forth in the U.S. The only warranties for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein. No part of...
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Table of contents 1 Introduction ...1 Using HP ThinPro ...3 Easy Config Wizard ...5 2 Installation ...16 Connections ...17 Connect ...18 Disconnect ...18 General Settings ...18 Citrix ICA ...18 Options 19 Local Resources 20 Window 21 Firewall 22 Server Location 23 Keyboard Shortcuts 24 Iceweasel ...24 RDP ...26 General 26 USB 27 Add ...27 Citrix ICA ...28 Network 29 Connection 30 Window 31 Application 32 Firewall 33 Smart Ping 34 Common Settings 35 RDP ...36 Network 36 Window 37 Options 38 Local Resources 39 ENWW v
Table of contents 1 Introduction ...1 Using HP ThinPro ...3 Easy Config Wizard ...5 2 Installation ...16 Connections ...17 Connect ...18 Disconnect ...18 General Settings ...18 Citrix ICA ...18 Options 19 Local Resources 20 Window 21 Firewall 22 Server Location 23 Keyboard Shortcuts 24 Iceweasel ...24 RDP ...26 General 26 USB 27 Add ...27 Citrix ICA ...28 Network 29 Connection 30 Window 31 Application 32 Firewall 33 Smart Ping 34 Common Settings 35 RDP ...36 Network 36 Window 37 Options 38 Local Resources 39 ENWW v
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... ...73 Delete ...73 Edit ...74 User View ...74 Control Panel ...75 Peripherals ...76 Client Aggregation 76 Client Aggregation Overview 77 Configuring Client Aggregation 78 Disabling Client Aggregation 83 Display Preferences 83 Keyboard Layout 85 Keyboard Preferences 86 Mouse ...87 Printers ...88... Network Settings 95 Language ...96 Network Connections 96 Wired Connection 97 Wireless Connection 99 VPN Connection 100 Security ...102 HP ThinPro Configuration 103 Personalization ...104 Boot Logo ...105 Desktop Background 106 Screensaver ...107 Window Manager 108 Management ...110 AD/...
... ...73 Delete ...73 Edit ...74 User View ...74 Control Panel ...75 Peripherals ...76 Client Aggregation 76 Client Aggregation Overview 77 Configuring Client Aggregation 78 Disabling Client Aggregation 83 Display Preferences 83 Keyboard Layout 85 Keyboard Preferences 86 Mouse ...87 Printers ...88... Network Settings 95 Language ...96 Network Connections 96 Wired Connection 97 Wireless Connection 99 VPN Connection 100 Security ...102 HP ThinPro Configuration 103 Personalization ...104 Boot Logo ...105 Desktop Background 106 Screensaver ...107 Window Manager 108 Management ...110 AD/...
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SSHD Manager 116 Synaptic Package Manager 116 HP ThinState Utility 117 Manage the HP ThinPro Image 118 Manage the HP ThinPro Configuration 122 VNC Shadow 127 Advanced ...128 CDA Mode ...128 Mousepad ...129 X Terminal ...130 System Information ...131 General ...131 Network ...132 Net Tools ...133 Software Information ...134 Index ...135 viii ENWW
SSHD Manager 116 Synaptic Package Manager 116 HP ThinState Utility 117 Manage the HP ThinPro Image 118 Manage the HP ThinPro Configuration 122 VNC Shadow 127 Advanced ...128 CDA Mode ...128 Mousepad ...129 X Terminal ...130 System Information ...131 General ...131 Network ...132 Net Tools ...133 Software Information ...134 Index ...135 viii ENWW
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... connection types with the latest VDI broker connections with a single console interface for configuring the thin client and explains the various configuration utilities. Connectivity support may vary between different HP thin client models using the HP ThinPro operating system. Click on the thin client. Administrators are only one click away from the Easy Config setup wizard, Control Panel and...
... connection types with the latest VDI broker connections with a single console interface for configuring the thin client and explains the various configuration utilities. Connectivity support may vary between different HP thin client models using the HP ThinPro operating system. Click on the thin client. Administrators are only one click away from the Easy Config setup wizard, Control Panel and...
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NOTE: Some ThinPro images may look different than those pictured in this guide. Not all features are present on all models. 2 Chapter 1 Introduction ENWW
NOTE: Some ThinPro images may look different than those pictured in this guide. Not all features are present on all models. 2 Chapter 1 Introduction ENWW
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... Mode, when you position your cursor over the ThinPro Control Center in the bottom left of the HP ThinPro window. You can further restrict Users from deleting connections or creating new ones. ENWW Using HP ThinPro 3 Open the ThinPro Control Center Menu and select Administrator/User Mode Switch... ● Click the HP logo in the bottom left of the screen. ● Position your cursor over the ThinPro Control Center in the bottom left of the screen, a message describes this as the ThinPro Control Center (Administrative Mode). Using HP ThinPro HP ThinPro allows you to launch and...
... Mode, when you position your cursor over the ThinPro Control Center in the bottom left of the HP ThinPro window. You can further restrict Users from deleting connections or creating new ones. ENWW Using HP ThinPro 3 Open the ThinPro Control Center Menu and select Administrator/User Mode Switch... ● Click the HP logo in the bottom left of the screen. ● Position your cursor over the ThinPro Control Center in the bottom left of the screen, a message describes this as the ThinPro Control Center (Administrative Mode). Using HP ThinPro HP ThinPro allows you to launch and...
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Click Next to advance to the user. ● Desktop Style ◦ The taskbar and HP ThinPro Center are accessible. ◦ The Control Panel, Connection Manager, and System Information are accessible. ● Kiosk Style (Recommended) ◦ ... Connection Manager and taskbar are setting up the connection modes. Your choices depend upon whether you to set up a Single Purpose Thin Client or Multipurpose Thin Client. ● Single Purpose Thin Client 10 Chapter 1 Introduction ENWW This window allows you are not accessible. ◦ This style is recommended for an autostarting connection....
Click Next to advance to the user. ● Desktop Style ◦ The taskbar and HP ThinPro Center are accessible. ◦ The Control Panel, Connection Manager, and System Information are accessible. ● Kiosk Style (Recommended) ◦ ... Connection Manager and taskbar are setting up the connection modes. Your choices depend upon whether you to set up a Single Purpose Thin Client or Multipurpose Thin Client. ● Single Purpose Thin Client 10 Chapter 1 Introduction ENWW This window allows you are not accessible. ◦ This style is recommended for an autostarting connection....
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... display shows the name, type, and status of the connection. 2 Installation HP ThinPro allows you to access and manage remote connections such as an Administrator. The HP ThinPro display, when configured, lists all HP ThinPro functionality, you can run connections and have limited access to HP ThinPro functionality. To access all server and/or application connections assigned to...
... display shows the name, type, and status of the connection. 2 Installation HP ThinPro allows you to access and manage remote connections such as an Administrator. The HP ThinPro display, when configured, lists all HP ThinPro functionality, you can run connections and have limited access to HP ThinPro functionality. To access all server and/or application connections assigned to...
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Click Next to advance to ping the server before attempting a connection. Smart Ping 1. Set the following options: ● Smart Ping: Allows you to specify a time period for Smart Ping to keep pinging. 2. If the server name fails to resolve or the server fails to respond to the ping, the thin client aborts the connection attempt. ● Smart Ping Port: Allows you to specify a port for Smart Ping. ● Smart Ping Timeout: Allows you to enable HP ThinPro to the next window or click Finish save your settings and close the dialog box. 34 Chapter 2 Installation ENWW
Click Next to advance to ping the server before attempting a connection. Smart Ping 1. Set the following options: ● Smart Ping: Allows you to specify a time period for Smart Ping to keep pinging. 2. If the server name fails to resolve or the server fails to respond to the ping, the thin client aborts the connection attempt. ● Smart Ping Port: Allows you to specify a port for Smart Ping. ● Smart Ping Timeout: Allows you to enable HP ThinPro to the next window or click Finish save your settings and close the dialog box. 34 Chapter 2 Installation ENWW
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Click Finish save your settings and close the dialog box. You can add a new HP TeemTalk connection in the Administrative Mode. 2. ENWW Connections 41 Set the following options: ● Fallback Connection ● Auto start priority ... a TeemTalk Connection Manually on page 44 For more information on the HP ThinPro image for the HP t5325 thin client. HP TeemTalk NOTE: This feature is neither present nor supported on HP TeemTalk, see HP TeemTalk Terminal Emulator 7.0 User Guide at http://bizsupport.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c01534810/c01534810.pdf. Advanced 1.
Click Finish save your settings and close the dialog box. You can add a new HP TeemTalk connection in the Administrative Mode. 2. ENWW Connections 41 Set the following options: ● Fallback Connection ● Auto start priority ... a TeemTalk Connection Manually on page 44 For more information on the HP ThinPro image for the HP t5325 thin client. HP TeemTalk NOTE: This feature is neither present nor supported on HP TeemTalk, see HP TeemTalk Terminal Emulator 7.0 User Guide at http://bizsupport.austin.hp.com/bc/docs/support/SupportManual/c01534810/c01534810.pdf. Advanced 1.
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... Mode. 2. Advanced 1. Click Finish save your settings and close the dialog box. Set the following options: ● Configuration on page 65 ● Advanced on the HP ThinPro image for the HP t5325 thin client. 1.
... Mode. 2. Advanced 1. Click Finish save your settings and close the dialog box. Set the following options: ● Configuration on page 65 ● Advanced on the HP ThinPro image for the HP t5325 thin client. 1.
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... Administrative Mode. 2. Custom NOTE: This feature is neither present nor supported on page 72 ENWW Connections 71 Set the following option: ● Configuration on the HP ThinPro image for the HP t5325 thin client. 1. Click Finish save your settings and close the dialog box. Advanced 1.
... Administrative Mode. 2. Custom NOTE: This feature is neither present nor supported on page 72 ENWW Connections 71 Set the following option: ● Configuration on the HP ThinPro image for the HP t5325 thin client. 1. Click Finish save your settings and close the dialog box. Advanced 1.
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...; Touch Screen on page 92 ● USB Manager on page 93 Client Aggregation NOTE: This feature is neither present nor supported on the HP ThinPro image for additional hardware or software. 76 Chapter 2 Installation ENWW Because each thin client supports up to four monitors, Client Aggregation allows up to four computers and 16 monitors to be...
...; Touch Screen on page 92 ● USB Manager on page 93 Client Aggregation NOTE: This feature is neither present nor supported on the HP ThinPro image for additional hardware or software. 76 Chapter 2 Installation ENWW Because each thin client supports up to four monitors, Client Aggregation allows up to four computers and 16 monitors to be...
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The following utilities are available on the Setup tab: ● Date and Time on page 95 ● Global Network Settings on page 95 ● Language on page 96 ● Network Connections on page 96 ● Security on page 102 ● HP ThinPro Configuration on page 103 94 Chapter 2 Installation ENWW Setup These utilities enable you to set up the thin client to your requirements.
The following utilities are available on the Setup tab: ● Date and Time on page 95 ● Global Network Settings on page 95 ● Language on page 96 ● Network Connections on page 96 ● Security on page 102 ● HP ThinPro Configuration on page 103 94 Chapter 2 Installation ENWW Setup These utilities enable you to set up the thin client to your requirements.
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...desktop options by selecting or clearing check boxes. Click Control Panel > HP ThinPro Configuration. 2. To set user permissions on all models. ENWW Control Panel 103 Click Control Panel > HP ThinPro Configuration. 2. Click Desktop in the left panel and select authorized ...clearing check boxes. 3. Click Control Panel in the left panel and select authorized connections by selecting or clearing check boxes. 4. HP ThinPro Configuration You can select: ● Connections: Authorized actions on connections ● Control Panel: Authorized applications ● Desktop: Desktop ...
...desktop options by selecting or clearing check boxes. Click Control Panel > HP ThinPro Configuration. 2. To set user permissions on all models. ENWW Control Panel 103 Click Control Panel > HP ThinPro Configuration. 2. Click Desktop in the left panel and select authorized ...clearing check boxes. 3. Click Control Panel in the left panel and select authorized connections by selecting or clearing check boxes. 4. HP ThinPro Configuration You can select: ● Connections: Authorized actions on connections ● Control Panel: Authorized applications ● Desktop: Desktop ...