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Terminal Servers
Linux Server

Running a terminal server is a great way of reducing both initial and running costs of a computing environment. A terminal server computer setup differs to a traditional setup as the software required by clients run on the server itself and displayed on the clients screen whereas a traditional setup has the client system running the software.

Our terminal servers come pre-configured with either Linux or Microsoft Windows Server with their respective terminal software installed. Also optionally provided are low cost terminals to use with the server, however our servers are designed to be able to convert most computers with a onboard network controller into a client terminal thus bringing new life to your old hardware. The terminal server has also been designed to be able to be accessed from standard desktop systems on your local network as well as from a remote location.

Please contact us to receive a free phone/e-mail consultation and a no obligation quote to identify exactly what you require. From there we do the rest including setup of hardware, setup of software and optional installation at your premises.

Additionally our after sale service is available to all customers who require assistance in using their new system. With our support service we strive to ensure you are happy with your system by providing assistance in its usage and also to help in the event that you are having a problem.


How it Works

You can consider a terminal server to be a powerful desktop system. The main difference is that rather than show a display on a directly connected monitor it sends the display across a network to a client terminal. In this way the user uses the client terminal as if it were a normal desktop except the input from the user is sent to the terminal server and the resulting display sent back again. On top of this the terminal server is not limited to just one client terminal but rather can handle a number of clients connected to and using the terminal server at the same time.


Advantages and Disadvantages of a Terminal Server setup

A terminal server setup has a number of advantages and disadvantages over a traditional computer setup. The following is a list of what to expect when running a terminal server. If you are unsure whether or not a terminal server is suitable for your needs please contact us and we can determine if this type of setup is suitable for your environment.

Advantages:
  • Reduced Initial Implementation Costs

    Since the processing work is done by the terminal Sserver, client terminals are very cheap as they are completely diskless and run the minimum of hardware. While a terminal server is more expensive than a standard desktop system this cost is offset by the reduced cost of client terminals. Additionally it is possible to convert older desktops (or even laptops) which are no longer used into a client terminal, thus giving them a new purpose.

  • Reduced Running Costs

    Client terminals require very little ongoing maintenance and attention. Since only the terminal server itself needs to be maintained running costs are kept to a absolute minimum.

  • Upgradability

    When it comes time to upgrade to a newer operating system only the terminal server needs updating. The client terminals need not be touched at all.

  • Flexibility

    User will not need to sit on any particular client terminal to access their user account. Any user can sit at any terminal client and by providing a valid username and password they are able to access their account.
Disadvantages:
  • Display Performace

    High quality animations, graphics work and movie processing/playback are generally not suitable for a terminal server setup. A 3D animated graphics display (normally used for 3D games) is not possible on a client terminal.

  • Dependency on Server

    The client terminals rely on the terminal server to function. If the terminal server is unavailable for any reason the client terminals will cease to function.

  • No Floppy, CD-ROM or USB storage

    Generally client terminals do not include any form of floppy, CD-ROM or USB drive support.


What is Included

With VG Computing's Terminal Servers you will receive the following:
  • Terminal Server(s) with either Linux or Microsoft Windows Server
  • Installation Guide
  • Recovery CD set
Optional Extras:
  • Remote Administrator (1st month free)
  • On-site Installation (Melbourne only)
  • Extra telephone support calls
  • Extension of e-mail support
  • Up to 3 year on-site warranty


Terminal Servers

The following is a selection of typical terminal server configurations. Please feel free to contact us for our advise on the best setup for you.

Terminal Servers
Vserve M280
From: $1199 (inc GST)

  Computer Image		 Mini Tower Case
AMD Phenom X3 8650 Triple-Core 2.3Ghz
4GB DDR2 PC6400 RAM
2 x 500GB 7200RPM SATA HDD
2 x 10/100/1000 Network Ports
DVD+-RW Optical Drive
1-Year Return to Base Warranty

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configurable up to
AMD Phenom II 940 Quad-Core 3.0Ghz
8GB DDR2 PC6400 (4x2GB) Dual Channel RAM
Up to 4 1.5TB 7200RPM SATA HDD or 300GB 10000RPM SATA HDD
Dual Layer DVD+RW
3-Year On-Site Warranty
Vserve M520
From: $1969 (inc GST)

  Computer Image		 Mini Tower Case
Intel Core i7 920 2.66Ghz
6GB DDR3 1333Mhz RAM
2 x 500GB 7200RPM SATA HDD (RAID1)
2 x 10/100/1000 Network Ports
DVD+-RW Optical Drive
1-Year Return to Base Warranty

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configurable up to
Intel Core i7 965 3.2Ghz
12GB DDR3 1333Mhz (4x2GB) Triple Channel RAM
Up to 4 1.5TB 7200RPM SATA HDD or 300GB 10000RPM SATA HDD
Dual Layer DVD+RW
3-Year On-Site Warranty
Vserve T220
From: $1739 (inc GST)

  Computer Image		 Tower Case
Intel Xeon E3110 Dual-Core 3.0Ghz
4GB DDR2 PC5300 ECC Unbuffered RAM
2 x 500GB 7200RPM SATA HDD
2 x 10/100/1000 Network Ports
DVD+-RW Optical Drive
1-Year Return to Base Warranty

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configurable up to
Intel Xeon X3360 Quad-Core 2.83Ghz
8GB DDR2 PC5300 (4x2GB) ECC Unbuffered RAM
Up to 4 1.5TB 7200RPM SATA HDD or 300GB 10000RPM SATA HDD
Dual Layer DVD+RW
3-Year On-Site Warranty
Vserve T260
From: $3179 (inc GST)

  Computer Image		 Tower Case
Intel Xeon E3110 Dual-Core 3.0Ghz
4GB DDR2 PC5300 ECC Unbuffered RAM
2 x 146GB 15000RPM SAS HDD
Adaptec 3405 SAS Controller
2 x 10/100/1000 Network Ports
DVD+-RW Optical Drive
1-Year Return to Base Warranty

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configurable up to
Intel Xeon X3360 Quad-Core 2.83Ghz
8GB DDR2 PC5300 (4x2GB) ECC Unbuffered RAM
Up to 4 300GB 15000RPM SAS HDD
Dual Layer DVD+RW
3-Year On-Site Warranty
Intel SR1530SH
From: $1849 (inc GST)

  Computer Image		 1U Rackmount Case
Intel Xeon E3110 Dual-Core 3.0Ghz
4GB DDR2 PC5300 ECC Unbuffered RAM
2 x 500GB 7200RPM SATA HDD (RAID1)
2 x 10/100/1000 Network Ports
Slim DVD-RW Drive
1-Year Return to Base Warranty

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configurable up to
Intel Xeon X3360 Quad-Core 2.83Ghz
8GB DDR2 PC5300 (4x2GB) ECC Unbuffered RAM
Up to 2 1.5TB 7200RPM SATA HDD or 300GB 10000RPM SATA HDD
3-Year On-Site Warranty
Intel SR1530HSH
From: $1959 (inc GST)

  Computer Image		 1U Rackmount Case
Intel Xeon E3110 Dual-Core 3.0Ghz
4GB DDR2 PC5300 ECC Unbuffered RAM
2 x 500GB 7200RPM SATA HDD (RAID1)
3 SATA Hotswap Bays
2 x 10/100/1000 Network Ports
Slim DVD-RW Drive
1-Year Return to Base Warranty

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configurable up to
Intel Xeon X3360 Quad-Core 2.83Ghz
8GB DDR2 PC5300 (4x2GB) ECC Unbuffered RAM
Up to 3 1.5TB 7200RPM SATA HDD or 300GB 10000RPM SATA HDD
3-Year On-Site Warranty
Intel SR2520SAXR
From: $2839 (inc GST)

  Computer Image		 2U Rackmount Case
1 x Intel Xeon E5420 Quad-Core 2.5Ghz
4GB DDR2 PC5300 ECC FBDIMM RAM
2 x 500GB 7200RPM SATA HDD (RAID1)
4 SATA Hotswap Bays
2 x 10/100/1000 Network Ports
DVD+-RW Drive
1-Year Return to Base Warranty

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configurable up to
2 x Intel Xeon E5420 Quad-Core 2.5Ghz
16GB DDR2 PC5300 (8x2GB) ECC FBDIMM RAM
Up to 4 1.5TB 7200RPM SATA HDD or 300GB 10000RPM SATA HDD
3-Year On-Site Warranty
Intel SR2600URBRP
From: $3509 (inc GST)

  Computer Image		 2U Rackmount Case
1 x Intel Xeon E5504 Quad-Core 2.0Ghz
6GB DDR3 1333Mhz ECC Registered RAM
2 x 500GB 7200RPM SATA HDD (RAID1)
6 SATA Hotswap Bays
2 x 10/100/1000 Network Ports
DVD+-RW Drive
1-Year Return to Base Warranty

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configurable up to
2 x Intel Xeon E5540 Quad-Core 2.53Ghz
24GB DDR3 1066Mhz (12x2GB) ECC Registered RAM
Up to 6 1.5TB 7200RPM SATA HDD or 300GB 10000RPM SATA HDD
3-Year On-Site Warranty
Intel SR2600URLX
From: $4139 (inc GST)

  Computer Image		 2U Rackmount Case
1 x Intel Xeon E5504 Quad-Core 2.0Ghz
6GB DDR3 1333Mhz ECC Registered RAM
2 x 146GB 15000RPM SAS HDD
6 SAS Hotswap Bays
2 x 10/100/1000 Network Ports
DVD+-RW Drive
1-Year Return to Base Warranty

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configurable up to
2 x Intel Xeon E5540 Quad-Core 2.53Ghz
24GB DDR3 1066Mhz (12x2GB) ECC Registered RAM
Up to 6 300GB 15000RPM SAS HDD
3-Year On-Site Warranty
Intel SC5650DP-SATA
From: $2829 (inc GST)

  Computer Image		 Intel SC5650DP Tower/5U Case
1 x Intel Xeon E5504 Quad-Core 2.0Ghz
Intel S5520HC Mainboard
6GB DDR3 1066Mhz ECC Registered RAM
2 x 500GB 7200RPM SATA HDD (RAID1)
6 SATA Hotswap Bays
2 x 10/100/1000 Network Ports
DVD+-RW Optical Drive
1-Year Return to Base Warranty

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configurable up to
2 x Intel Xeon E5540 Quad-Core 2.53Ghz
24GB DDR3 1066Mhz (12x2GB) ECC Registered RAM
Up to 6 1.5TB 7200RPM SATA HDD or 300GB 10000RPM SATA HDD
3-Year On-Site Warranty
Intel SC5650DP-SAS
From: $3769 (inc GST)

  Computer Image		 Intel SC5650DP Tower/5U Case
1 x Intel Xeon E5504 Quad-Core 2.0Ghz
Intel S5520HC Mainboard
6GB DDR3 1066Mhz ECC Registered RAM
2 x 146GB 15000RPM SAS HDD
6 Hot-Swap SAS HDD Bays
2 x 10/100/1000 Network Ports
DVD+-RW Optical Drive
1-Year Return to Base Warranty

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configurable up to
2 x Intel Xeon E5540 Quad-Core 2.53Ghz
24GB DDR3 1066Mhz (12x2GB) ECC Registered RAM
Up to 6 300GB 15000RPM SAS HDD
3-Year On-Site Warranty







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