Amazon releases 'Amazon WorkSpaces Thin Client', an inexpensive device dedicated to accessing virtual desktops on AWS

Amazon has released ``Amazon WorkSpaces Thin Client'', a device dedicated to connecting to virtual desktops on AWS. It is said to improve productivity for both IT administrators and employees by making management easier and improving security.

New Amazon WorkSpaces Thin Client provides cost-effective, secure access to virtual desktops | AWS News Blog

https://aws.amazon.com/jp/blogs/aws/new-amazon-workspaces-thin-client/

According to a post on the AWS News Blog, the benefits of Amazon WorkSpaces Thin Client from the perspective of corporate IT administrators are as follows.

·cost
Amazon WorkSpaces Thin Client is $195 (about 29,000 yen) for the main body only version, and $ 279.99 (about 41,500 yen) for the version that includes the 'Dual Screen Extension Hub', which is a notebook version. It's much cheaper than a PC. The work environment is centrally configured and managed, which further reduces costs by reducing the amount of work required on site. It is also stated that the risk of failure is low because the device itself is simple.

·Security
Devices are shipped with a secure 'secret' that is used to establish a trust relationship with the management service. There's no data storage on your device, so you don't have to worry about installing rogue apps trying to steal your data. It also helps reduce the risk of a data breach if an employee leaves the company without returning their employer-issued laptop.

・Ease of management
Administrators can easily create new environments for users or groups of users, distribute activation codes, and manage the environments through the AWS Management Console. Schedule software updates and patches, check compliance, and manage users over time.

·ease of use
Users can unbox and connect their devices in minutes, enter their activation code to log into their virtual desktop environment, and start working right away. You can focus on your job without having to be responsible for installing software patches and updates.

You can check the setup movie below to see how to actually start using Amazon WorkSpaces Thin Client.

Amazon WorkSpaces Thin Client End-user Setup Video | Amazon Web Services - YouTube


The contents of the version with 'Dual Screen Extension Hub' are as follows. For the main unit only version, only the Amazon WorkSpaces Thin Client and the Device power adapter are required.

To set up, first connect the mouse, keyboard, headset, second monitor's HDMI cable, etc. to the USB hub, and then connect the power cable for the USB hub.

Then connect the USB hub, main monitor, and power cable for the main unit to the Amazon WorkSpaces Thin Client.

When you turn on the power, the screen shown below will appear, so first select your language.

Next, set the keyboard type.

Enter your Wi-Fi connection information.

Enter the activation code distributed by your IT administrator.

Setup is complete by logging into your workspace.

You can connect and work with Amazon Workspaces' remote desktop service.

The blog article details how the administrator should configure the settings, so if you are interested, please check it out. At the time of writing, Amazon WorkSpaces Thin Client is only available in the United States, but it will be available in other countries in early 2024.

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