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Thin Clients for Secure Cloud Workspaces

When your people rely on cloud apps every day, secure thin clients give them fast, reliable access without the noise and risk of full desktops.

Microsolve is the Australian importer and integration partner for Centerm thin client terminal hardware solutions.

Optimised for IGEL SecureOS, AWS WorkSpaces and Microsoft Azure Virtual Desktops and Cloud SaaS applications these terminals offer the ultimate combination of cost, flexibility and security!

When Thin Clients Make Sense

  • Refresh cycles where traditional PC's are overkill, but staff still need reliable access to virtual desktops and cloud apps.
  • Multi-site environments needing robust, low-power endpoints that can run all day with minimal maintenance
  • Standardised hardware platform for IGEL OS, Citrix, VMware and Microsoft RDP-based environments 

Centerm's fanless, energy-efficient thin clients are designed for enterprise VDI and cloud terminals, with support for Citrix, VMware, Microsoft RDP and other common protocols used in healthcare and financial services.  

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Thin Clients, IGEL OS and Your Cloud Desktops

Microsolve's reference design pairs thin clients with IGEL SecureOS to create secure, centrally managed endpoints for Amazon WorkSpaces, Azure Virtual Desktop, Citrix Cloud and other VDI platforms. This approach simplifies endpoint management, extends hardware life and reduces endpoint attack surface in modern cloud workplaces. 

  • Factory supply and configuration of selected models (e.g. F620/F650-class) with IGEL OS or your preferred thin client firmware
  • Integration with AWS WorkSpaces, Azure Virtual Desktop and Citrix enironments used in your organisation
  • Standard image, profile and policy management via Microsolve hosted IGEL UMS and your existing management tools

 

Learn more about our IGEL OS secure endpoint solutions **

Thin Clients & SaaS Apps

In locations like medical receptions, clinical rooms and nurses stations, staff often need fast, reliable access to a small set of SaaS applications without the overhead of a full PC. Thin clients are an ideal fit as they are simple to use, quick to recover if there is an issue, and are locked down so that people stay focused on the clinical systems they actually need.

With no user data stored on the device, sensitive information remains in secured cloud or data centre environments rather than sitting on local machines that can be lost, damaged or accessed by unauthorised people. When thin clients are managed by Microsolve as part of a broader secure, cloud-first environment, you gain high availability for frontline staff and a clearer path to meeting data protection and privacy obligations.

Learn more about our IGEL OS secure endpoint solutions **

Security and compliance by design!

Thin clients reduce risk by design as no user data is stored on the device itself; applications and information stay in secured data centre or cloud environments that can be tightly controlled and monitored. Combined with locked-down operating systems, strong authentication and centralised policy management, this gives your organisation a smaller attack surface and more consistent protection at every endpoint.

For environments with regulatory requirements, Microsolve recommend the deployment of IGEL SercureOS as a managed service.  This layers managed cyber security, configuration backup and telemetry monitoring over your thin client environment supporting compliance, incident response and audit readiness. Access controls, logging and patching are handled as part of an integrated managed IT service, helping you demonstrate due care and meet evolving data protection obligations across Australia.

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Thin Client Hardware Options

F610-4

Entry Level - F610

  • Integrated Intel® Celeron J1900 quad-core, processor.
  • Dual Monitor Support
  • External Power Supply
  • WiFi Option
  • 4GB RAM
  • 8GB SSD Storage

Mid Range - F620

  • Intel quad core 2.0Ghz CPU
  • Dual 4k Monitor Support
  • External Power Supply
  • WiFi Option
  • 8GB RAM
  • 64GB SSD Storage

Desktop Replacement - F640

  • Intel Quad Core 2.0GHz CPU
  • Triple 4k Monitor Support
  • External Power Supply
  • 16GB RAM
  • 64GB M.2 Storage Module
  • Windows 10/11 IOT Supported
F650-5

Advanced AWS Client - F650

  • Intel Processor N200 quad core
  • Triple 4k Monitor Support
  • External Power Supply
  • 8GB RAM
  • 64GB SSD

Available Options

  • Choice of Operating Systems:
    • Centerm O/S
    • IGEL SecureOS 12
    • Citrix eLux OS
  • RAM and Storage Upgrades
  • WiFi (Factory Option Only)

Thin Client FAQ's

Thin clients are a smart way to support a cloud-first strategy, reduce endpoint risk and simplify IT management. This FAQ covers common questions on thin client devices, security, performance and how Microsolve supports deployment across Australia.

What is a thin client and how is it different from a PC?

A thin client is a lightweight endpoint that relies on servers or cloud platforms for processing and storage instead of running everything locally.

This reduces complexity on the device and makes it easier to manage, secure and support across multiple sites.

When do thin clients make sense for our organisation?

Thin clients are ideal when most of your applications are cloud-based or delivered via virtual desktops, and you want consistent, locked-down endpoints.

They work well in multi-site, hybrid and remote environments where reliability, security and centralised control are critical.

Are thin clients secure enough for sensitive data?

Thin clients are more secure than traditional desktops because no data is stored on the device itself.

When combined with solutions such as Microsolve’s managed security, access controls and monitoring, they provide extremely strong protection and easier compliance.

How do thin clients support a cloud-first strategy?

Thin clients are designed to connect users securely to cloud and data centre workloads, including Microsoft 365 and business applications.

This approach aligns with a cloud-first strategy by simplifying endpoints and focusing investment on secure, scalable back-end platforms.

Will thin clients work with our existing infrastructure?

Thin clients typically integrate with existing networks, directory services and virtual desktop platforms with minimal disruption.

Microsolve can assess your current environment and recommend the right thin client models and configuration.

How does Microsolve support thin client rollout and management?

Microsolve can source, configure and deploy thin clients, then manage them as part of your overall IT environment.

This includes imaging, updates, monitoring and support so your team has a single partner for endpoints, networks and cloud services.

Are thin clients suitable for remote and hybrid workers?

Yes!

Thin clients can be used at home or in regional locations when paired with secure connectivity and remote access services.

Microsolve helps ensure remote thin clients are hardened, monitored and supported so people can work reliably from anywhere.

Do thin clients help reduce total cost of ownership?

Thin clients can have a longer useful life and lower maintenance requirements than full PCs.

Combined with centralised management, this can reduce support effort and provide more predictable endpoint costs over time.

Can thin clients support multiple monitors and modern peripherals?

Most modern thin clients support dual monitors and common peripherals required for office and operations roles.

Microsolve can recommend suitable models based on how your teams work day to day.

How does this fit with Microsolve’s managed IT and cloud services?

Thin clients are one part of a broader solution that includes networks, security, cloud platforms and ongoing managed IT support.

Microsolve designs and manages the whole environment so endpoints, applications and data work together reliably.

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