All Up Desktop Virtualization

Mark KnijnenburgSolutions ConsultantDimension DataWTB224

The Desktop EnvironmentCurrent Challenges

Organizations are challenged with; Maintaining rigorous control over computing environmentsCompliance with workstation and data security requirementsMeeting user expectations for a flexible workspace which travels with themMaintaining Operating System and Application flexibilityKeeping Operating System and Application versions up-to-dateAll this…while still providing an environment conducive to work (and support)

The Optimized DesktopOverview

Separates elements of the traditional computing stackA number of technologies are available;

Roaming Profiles and Folder RedirectionMicrosoft Application Virtualization (App-V)Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) using Remote Desktop Services and Hyper-VXPModeMicrosoft Enterprise Desktop Virtualization (MED-V)

The Optimized DesktopOverview

Development of an Optimized Desktop Strategy involves 3 steps;

Understanding the various technologiesDefining user needs

Contract Worker / Mobile Worker / Office WorkerMatching technologies with user needs

Hardware

Operating System

User Data and Settings

Applications

User State Virtualization

Application Virtualization

Desktop Virtualization

Desktop VirtualizationWhat is it?Traditional Configuration With Virtualization

Server-based

User StateVirtualizationFolder RedirectionOffline files

VDI

Desktop VirtualizationTechnologies + Strategy

Application Virtualization

Desktop Virtualization

Client-hosted

ESSENTIALDISCRETIONARY

Managed Desktops Managing Unmanaged Desktops

MobileOfficeTask Contractor / OffshoreWork from home

User State Virtualization

Microsoft Application

Virtualization

Personalized Remote Desktops

(VDI)

Shared Remote Desktops

(RDS)

Foundation for desktop optimizationEasy to implement with immediate results

Applicable to all user types

Matching Technologies to Users

Synchronizes personal profiles, settings and data to the data-center using Roaming Profiles and Folder Redirection

Saves Cost: quickly recover from PC failures and PC theft

Enable anywhere access: enable users to access their data from any authorized PC at any time

Improve business continuity: get users’ data on a new PC simply by logging in

User State Virtualization

Traditional LayeredInstall Model

Isolated VirtualApplication Model

Application Virtualization (App-V)

App-V Architecture

Which model is best?Infrastructure in place for deploying apps then Standalone/Streaming Models might fit

MSI distribution via GPO or SCCM (publishing and deployment)Streaming via SCCM 2007 R2 or Streaming Server

No infrastructure in place or additional features are required (active update) then Full Infrastructure Model is best

Higher cost, more complexWhen active upgrade, license enforcement is required

Combination of models is also possible

Centralizes virtual PCs inside the data center while allowing users to remotely access their desktops

Use VDI where flexibility is more important than cost

Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)

Rationalize VDI: required servers, storage and network bandwidth add cost and complexity - make sure business benefits justify higher TCO

For scenarios requiring VDI: Microsoft’s VDI offering is more comprehensive and cost effective than the competition

Licensing: a Windows VECD license is required for each device accessing the VDI image, irrespective of virtualization vendor

R2

R2

Remote App

ApplicationDeliveryOptions

DesktopDeliveryOptions

XenDesktop Complex Deployments, Enterprise grade performance &

management

R2 Simple Deployments, built into Windows

Server

Windows VECD

OR

for IntegratedManagement

VDITechnologies

Limitations of VDI

“Always on” network connection required to access desktops

Infrastructureand Bandwidth

User Experience Cost

No network access means no access to desktop, and hence unsuitable for offline mobile use.Video / audio / USB device performance is not as good as physical desktopIncorrectly sized VDI implementations may result in poor user experience

VDI provides better flexibility but not reduced TCO versus PCsInvestment in PC hardware must be weighed upOrganizations may need additional server hardware, storage hardware and software for VDI

VDI is just ONE of the many technologies available for desktop optimization.

Centralized Desktops: RApp vs. VDI

User requirements should dictate mode chosen

Remote App (Sessions) VDI (VMs)

Technology Maturity Proven Emerging

Scalability Higher ratio of users/server Lower ratio users/server

Isolation/Security Session-based isolationShared Server OS across usersMust run as standard user

VM-based isolationDedicated OS per userCan run as admin

Remote User Experience Protocol-dependent Protocol-dependent

User Flexibility User is running as a user User can have full rights

Application Compatibility Windows Server OS Windows Client OS

Availability of Skilled IT Staff High (RD experts) Low (VM experts)

Cost Lower Higher

Client

XP / Vista: Web Access (IE)

Win7: RemoteApp & Desktop Connections

RD Web Access(feed & web access)

RD Client

HTTPS RDP over RCP / HTTPS

RD Connection Broker

RD Session Host

Remote Desktop

RemoteApp

Retrieve List of Desktops

Retrieve List of Remote apps /

sessions

RD Virtualization HostHyper-V

VHD

RD Gateway

Remote Desktop ServicesComponents

VHD VHDVHD VHDVHD

Windows XP Mode

Feature alignment w/ Win7 SKU planWin7 SKUs HB HP Pro Ult Ent

Windows XP Mode

Windows XP VHD included in Windows 7 only for Professional, Ultimate & Enterprise

Request customers to upgrade to Windows 7 Pro if not so already

Integrated with Windows 7 Shell

Seamless Windows XP Application launching from Windows 7

Integrated install experience with Windows XP VHD

USB 2.0 support

Windows Virtual PC is MUI aware & will be localized in 26 languages

Intel VT or AMD-V required, default-on recommended 2 GB of memory recommended15 GB of Diskspace

Hardware Requirements

Highlighted Key features

Address SMB App-Compatibility Concerns

Migrate to Windows 7 now – run older productivity applications inside a Windows XP virtual machine

MED-V and Windows XP Mode

Non IT-Managed: Use Windows 7 Pro “Windows XP Mode”

IT-Managed: Use MED-V to add delivery, policy-based provisioning and centralized management for virtual Windows XP images

“…when migrating from XP to Windows 7, [MED-V] is a solution that is fast, simple, cost-effective and most importantly, non-disruptive to business users”

MED-V* Central Management of Virtual Windows Environments

Deploy – deliver virtual Windows images and customize per user and device settingsProvision – define which applications and websites are available to different usersControl – assign and expire usage permissions and Virtual PC settings Maintain and Support - update images, monitor users and remotely troubleshoot

Windows Virtual PC Provides the Ease of Use for End Users

Run Windows XP or other Windows environments on Windows 7 Install and launch Windows XP applications from the Windows 7 Start MenuA mechanism to address application compatibility issues when moving to a new OS

*Available post Windows 7 GA as part of Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (MDOP)

MED-V and Windows XP Mode

MED-V Architecture

Applications

Operating System

Virtual PC

Applications

OS

MED-V User experience

Applications installed in the

VM, appear on the desktop

as if they were running natively.

# of rich clients with SA

Windows VECD

Windows VECD for SA

What are the different flavors of Windows VECD?

What is Windows VECDWindows VECD is a device based annual subscription program to

help you license virtual copies of Windows (XP, Vista, 7)

Rich clients, Thin clientsRich clientsWhat devices can

be covered?

NoYesIs Software Assurance a pre-requisite?

$110/year/device$23/year/deviceWhat is the retail price?

YesYesDoes it have Software Assurance benefits?

# of rich clients without SA

# of thin clients

Total # of Windows VECD licenses required

(Irrespective of virtualization infrastructure)

www.microsoft.com/teched

International Content & Community

http://microsoft.com/technet

Resources for IT Professionals

http://microsoft.com/msdn

Resources for Developers

www.microsoft.com/learning

Microsoft Certification & Training Resources

Resources Tech·Ed Africa 2009 sessions will be made available for download the week after the event from: www.tech-ed.co.za

Track Resources

Windows 7 adoption life cycle: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/dd361745.aspx

Windows 7 deployment overview: TechNet Windows 7 deployment overview http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd367841.aspx

Windows 7 deployment specifics: TechNet Windows 7 deployment home http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/library/dd349337(WS.10).aspx

Microsoft overall deployment overview: TechNet deployment home http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/desktopdeployment/default.aspx

Windows Optimized Desktop Scenarios Assessment Solution Accelerator: http://www.microsoft.com/technet/SolutionAccelerators

Track Resources continued…Microsoft Deployment Toolkit, which can be used to automate Windows 7 deployments – note that for Windows 7, you need the 2010 version which is in beta: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/solutionaccelerators/dd407791.aspx

If you need to use it for legacy applications, you can download XPMode & Virtual PC here http://www.microsoft.com/windows/virtual-pc/download.aspx

Are your applications compatible with Windows 7? Run the Application Compatibility Toolkit 5.5 http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?displaylang=en&FamilyID=24da89e9-b581-47b0-b45e-492dd6da2971 Are your machines capable of running Windows 7? Run MAP 4.0 to find out http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/solutionaccelerators/dd537566.aspx

Track Resources continued…

Developing for Windows 7 http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/default.aspx

MDOP overview: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/enterprise/products/mdop/default.aspx

MDOP technical information: http://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/bb899442.aspx

VDI overview: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/enterprise/solutions/virtualization/improve-flexibility.aspx

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