Symantec pcAnywhere 12.1 Host Upgrade

Symantec pcAnywhere 12.1 Host allows you to manage additional computers remotely as your business grows. This multiplatform add- on for pcAnywhere 12.1 enables you to configure additional computers as pcAnywhere host systems. It increases your ability to support remote computers efficiently, work across multiple platforms easily, and add managed devices flexibly.

Symantec pcAnywhere 12.1 Host lets you make more workstations and servers available to remote users. With support for multiple operating systems, this add-on for pcAnywhere 12.1 helps technical support personnel assist more users, and mobile professionals access more vital

Host & Remote licensing allows two-way communication, allowing the computer to remotely control, or be remotely controlled by other computers running pcAnywhere. Connections can take place via modem, network, Internet, or direct cable connection.

The world's leading remote control solution * .

• Enables users to connect to remote devices simply and securely
• Allows users to work across multiple platforms easily
• Lets users manage computers and resolve helpdesk issues quickly
• Features mandatory password protection and login encryption

KEY BENEFITS:

• Connect to remote devices simply and securely
• Works across multiple platforms easily
• Access files when away from the office

FEATURES:

• Allows Microsoft Windows, Linux, Mac OS X, and Microsoft Pocket PC remote systems to connect to Windows, Linux, and Mac OS X hosts.
• Connection wizard guides new users through their initial client-host connection.
• Powerful file-transfer capabilities allow users to upload and download files across different platforms.
• Mandatory password protection and login encryption help ensure that only authorized users can access a pcAnywhere host.
• Uses FIPS 140-2-validated encryption up to AES 256-bit.
  
• Bandwidth Auto-Detect automatically maximizes pcAnywhere performance for each type of connection.
• Remote Management tools provide direct access to vital operating system utilities (such as Command Prompt, Task Manager, and Services) on the host system.
• New! Host Invitation feature allows end users to establish a reverse (outbound) connection to the helpdesk without knowing IP addresses
• New! Mac OS X host support enables management of Mac OS X computers from any pcAnywhere remote system.
• Automatically blocks new fast-moving Internet worms.
• New! Gateway functionality makes it easier for remote users to access the pcAnywhere hosts they need.
• New! Single Session Manager combines pcAnywhere Manager and all active sessions into one tabbed window view.

* Top-selling remote access software product from December 2000 through January 2006 based on The NPD Group's Top Selling Business Software list.

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:

• Windows Vista (Home Basic, Home Premium, Business, Enterprise, Ultimate)
• Windows XP Home & Pro, Windows XP Tablet & Media Center Edition
• Windows XP Embedded and Windows Embedded for POS
• Windows 2000 Pro/Server/Adv Server
• Windows 2003 Server (Standard & Enterprise)

Symantec pcAnywhere Host is supported on Windows x64 (AMD64 or EM64T processors)

• 35 MB of available hard disk space
• 233MHz or faster processor
• 128 MB of RAM
• CD or DVD drive
• CD writer/burner or ISO image reading application (electronic purchases only)
• Microsoft Internet Explorer 6.0 SP1 or later

ADDITIONAL PLATFORM SUPPORT
Symantec pcAnywhere CrossPlatform

• Red Hat Enterprise Linux ES & WS 3.0/4.0, SuSE Enterprise Desktop 9 & 10, OpenSuSE 10.0/10.1, SuSE Enterprise Server 9/10
• KDE or GNOME

• Mac OS X 10.4 or later
• PowerPC G4/G5 or Intel processors

Product information is advisory only. Specifications and compatibility should be checked with the manufacturer before order. Images are for illustrative purposes only.