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Industrial PCs > APC620 > Thin Client Applications

Application started with Thin Client 1

With the thin client technology, it is possible to work alternately on distributed systems. When the system is started, the panel defined as start client is automatically connected to the server, i.e. the APC620, and displays the application running on the server.

The second panel displays a login screen. The following operating systems are used: Windows® XP (professional or embedded) on the server and Windows® CE on the Panel.

Switching to Thin Client 2

Switching to Thin Client 2 is done by simply pressing the login button. The second panel is then connected with the server, and the first panel displays the login screen. All entries that were made on Thin Client 1 remain valid, so that work can be continued without interruption.

This technology is used for large machines where it is necessary to operate and monitor systems from various locations in the plant.

Power Panel 100, Power Panel 300 and Mobile Panel 100 as Thin Client

Power Panel 100, Power Panel 300 and Mobile Panel 100 devices with Windows® CE are well-suited as Thin Clients. The design is flat and robust, and the use of CompactFlash and fan-free operation mean there are no rotating parts. There are several variations up to and including the 15" XGA TFT display.

Thin Client Software

User-friendly development packages are available for server and client to create a useful industrial solution from the standard services. Entering passwords on the clients is not necessary. The preferred client automatically connects to the server upon system startup.

The other inactive clients display a simple login screen. The application can then be pulled up on the screen by clicking on the the touch screen or using the keyboard.

Drives on the Thin Client

An additional feature includes the ability to connect drives. The actual application runs on the server. An Explorer window on the client displays the server and its file structure.

If a drive is operated on the client, e.g. a USB memory stick, it is connected to the server via Ethernet and is available as a local server drive. This provides a simple and easy way of exchanging machine parameters.