Overview
What is SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)?
DameWare Remote Support from Austin IT company SolarWinds is remote administration software for the remote control of desktops, laptops, and servers behind or outside the firewall, allowing registry editing, restart services, logging activity, account and password management, and more. The…
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If You are Looking for a Tool to Provide High-Quality Remote Support at a Low Cost, SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support is the Answer!
Does it all and does it well
Easy to use Remote support
Full Features Remote Support Solution
Are you an IT Pro & looking into Solarwinds Dameware Remote Support? Stop and get it now! You won't regret it.
A remote support program with a good feature set, but it's backend is growing long in the tooth.
Dameware Remote Everywhere - I'd have it no other way!
A "Must" for any IT/helpdesk support technician
DRS saves us time!
Dameware Remote Support - Super fast remote desktop support, like having someone over your shoulder!
A great tool for any IT support technician
Dameware Remote Support - Saving Time AND Money
Dameware Remote Support for easy remote sessions!
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Popular Features
- Screen sharing (53)10.0100%
- File transfer (50)10.0100%
- Remote management of servers & workstations (58)9.292%
- Over-the-Internet remote session (48)8.282%
Pricing
Dameware Mini Remote Control
$276
Dameware Remote Support
$388
Entry-level set up fee?
- No setup fee
Offerings
- Free Trial
- Free/Freemium Version
- Premium Consulting/Integration Services
Features
Remote Administration
Remote administration software is used to control a computer from a remote location.
- 10Screen sharing(53) Ratings
Allows participants to share their computer screens with others in the meeting, enabling collaborative work and presentations.
- 10File transfer(50) Ratings
Securely exchange files with remote computer without having to use email or FTP.
- 7.7Instant message(47) Ratings
Ability for administrator to communicate via instant message with remote user.
- 8.4Secure remote access with Smart Card authentication(16) Ratings
Establish secure remote connection via Smart Card authentication and Smart Card logon.
- 9Access to sleeping/powered-off computers(35) Ratings
Remote access and troubleshooting of out-of-band computers.
- 8.2Over-the-Internet remote session(48) Ratings
Establish secure remote connection with computers outside the network firewall.
- 9Initiate remote control from mobile(25) Ratings
Mobile application for remote controlling computers from mobile device (iOS, Android)
- 9.2Remote management of servers & workstations(58) Ratings
Server reboot, start/stop services & processes, clear logs, manage disks, shares, etc. without having to initiate remote control.
- 7.1Remote Active Directory® management(39) Ratings
Remotely unlock user accounts, reset passwords, manage Organizational Units, edit Group Policy, etc.
- 8.2Centralized management dashboard(38) Ratings
Dashboard to facilitate management of users, permissions, licenses etc.
- 8.5Session record(5) Ratings
Ability to record session for training purposes.
- 7.9Annotations(4) Ratings
Ability to markup and highlight end user’s screen to provide visual clues or to highlight areas.
- 8.7Monitoring and Alerts(5) Ratings
Monitor CPU usage, memory utilization to proactively address issues. Receive alerts indicating attention needed.
- 7.2Multi-platform remote control(31) Ratings
Ability to remotely connect to multiple operating systems (Windows®, Mac OS® and Linux®).
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What is SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS)?
Dameware Remote Support is a systems administration tool that helps IT admins and support teams provide remote support to end-users. This tool enables users to initiate remote connections with multiple computers at the same time and provide support with the help of the built-in administration tools and utilities. Users can also remotely connect to Windows, Linux, and Mac OS X systems—all from a single, central Dameware console. The vendor says the solution is trusted by over 70,000 organizations worldwide and that Dameware was the first remote support software to introduce Smart Card authentication for remote connectivity.With the help of a secure internet proxy, Dameware lets users connect to their end-users and customers across the globe—whether they are situated inside or outside their corporate network. The Dameware Mobile Gateway functionality lets IT pros provide on-call and after-hours support by launching remote sessions from iOS and Android devices.
Dameware Remote Support enables IT Pros to:
- Benefit from in-session chat, screenshot capture, and file transfer functionality
- Remotely troubleshoot and manage Windows servers and workstations with built-in system tools
- Remotely reboot systems, start/stop services & processes, copy/delete files, view and clear event logs
- Manage multiple Active Directory domains, users an groups, and remotely reset passwords
SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS) Features
Remote Administration Features
- Supported: Instant message
- Supported: Secure remote access with Smart Card authentication
- Supported: Over-the-Internet remote session
- Supported: Remote management of servers & workstations
- Supported: Remote Active Directory® management
- Supported: Centralized management dashboard
- Supported: Multi-platform remote control
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SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS) Integrations
SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS) Competitors
- LogMeIn Rescue by GoTo
- TeamViewer
- GoTo Resolve
- BeyondTrust Remote Support (Formerely Bomgar Remote Support)
- ConnectWise Control (formerly ScreenConnect)
SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS) Technical Details
Deployment Types | On-premise |
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Operating Systems | Windows, Linux, Mac |
Mobile Application | Apple iOS, Android |
SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support (DRS) Downloadables
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Attribute Ratings
- 9Likelihood to Renew13 ratings
- 9Availability1 rating
- 8.5Performance2 ratings
- 9Usability10 ratings
- 5Support Rating9 ratings
- 9Online Training1 rating
- 9In-Person Training1 rating
- 5Implementation Rating8 ratings
- 9.5Configurability2 ratings
- 8Product Scalability2 ratings
- 9.5Ease of integration2 ratings
- 9.5Vendor pre-sale2 ratings
- 9.5Vendor post-sale2 ratings
Reviews
(1-25 of 27)Good remote support tool
- Remote access to sleeping and powered-off computers
- Secure Multi-factor authentication
- Flexible user access control
- Remote session tools and utilities
- Ability to switch users
If You are Looking for a Tool to Provide High-Quality Remote Support at a Low Cost, SolarWinds Dameware Remote Support is the Answer!
- Fast and secure connection to computers on the internal network
- Access to computer information without the need to interrupt the user
- Simple configuration and offers very complete documentation
- I would like it so that the agent that is installed on the PCs be improved so that it forces the Remote Access Manager windows service to run.
- I would appreciate improved resolution when remotely accessing a computer.
- It has a failure when the PC where the connection is being made has more than 2 monitors and I would like this to be fixed.
Does it all and does it well
- Troubleshooting computers remotely without the need for the user to even be around.
- Install software that needs to be installed manually without having to travel.
- Viewing what the user is doing specifically that triggers the issue, making replicating issues way simpler.
- Multimonitor setup. I can see multiple monitors at once, but they show as a long individual screen on my computer, very hard to correctly split in my local monitors; it would be great to be able to get a single application screen per remote monitor so I can bind them to my own monitors individually.
- Catch/Release mouse. whenever my mouse moves over the remote screen the remote computer reacts to it, so, when I am watching a user I cannot move my mouse, it would be great to be able to "request" the remote computer to accept my mouse when I want and release it when I need.
Full Features Remote Support Solution
- Allows for desktop mirroring for remote support
- Allows for console access to servers
- Allows for multiple protocols for connections to servers and desktops.
- Sometimes the client can go sideways and cause issues.
- Smaller client deployment would be helpful for remote locations
- Automation and scripting support
Are you an IT Pro & looking into Solarwinds Dameware Remote Support? Stop and get it now! You won't regret it.
- Remotely view a client machine
- Remotely control a client machine
- Remotely restart a client machine
- The address book could use some work, but its decent and everything else is great
A remote support program with a good feature set, but it's backend is growing long in the tooth.
- Easy automatic agent installation via MSI and GPO.
- Fast and intuitive interface for managing PCs.
- Flexible method to manage IT admins via Active Directory linking.
- While still compatible with newer versions of windows, the interface is dated. Seems to be based on an old back-end.
- Remote clipboard features are a little confusing in the beginning.
- Support for multi monitors needs help.
- Bandwidth usage seems higher than newer alternatives.
A great tool for any IT support technician
- Quick access to the remote computers.
- Multiple methods of connecting to remote computers provide easy access to servers or PCs.
- The admin menus design and options could use some improvement.
- Multi-monitor support could be improved.
Dameware Remote Support - Saving Time AND Money
- Remote connections are the best in Dameware! You can create groups of techs that can only connect to a group of workstations or servers, ensuring your team remains focused on the systems assigned to them.
- Deploying or uninstalling services from one computer or multiple computers in a batch, saves tremendous time and is super fast to create!
- You can already do nearly everything I've thought about inside Dameware. One thing that could be useful would be the ability to deploy a MSI package through it, to a group of workstations.
- They are very strict on activating the software, but also give you a utility to de-register your installation prior to removing it, so that it frees up your license for another installation.
- Provides remote support to multiple OS
- Offers full functionality without needing to be on-site
- The software sometimes gets "stuck" and won't connect to the end user's PC
- Took a while before being compatible with Windows 10 - before it ran sluggish on Windows 10 machines
- Pricey
DameWare Remote Support is used for all desktop support issues. It allows us to be able to take care of multiple user desktop issues at once.
- Being able to address multiple support issues at once is critical for a small or one-person support staff.
- The interface is easy to work with and logically laid out. There's a lot of functionality but it's easy to just jump in and use.
- The included system tools give you pretty much everything you'll need to manage disks, check events, and run remote backups.
- It does't automatically repair a user's desktop on it's own. Is that too much to ask? Honestly, I've been pretty happy with it.
You should be using DameWare. Enough said.
- I can work on multiple PC's or servers at once and never have to walk the user though the necessary steps over the phone.
- It integrates with my Active Directory domain, so I always have a current list of devices that it can connect to. And with the remote server, I can connect to any of them even from a phone.
- For the price, I can't really think of anything that is left out. I would like a way to view what PC a user is logged into.
- DameWare has been a very reliable solution for remote support for out team.
- With multiple authentication options, we are able to connect to computers that have been dropped from the domain.
- The secure file transfer in DameWare provides and quick and easy way to pass files to/from employee computers saving us time during support.
- Connecting to last session is not always the last session.
- Saving your position in the Personal Host List would be helpful. I have a folder structure 3 levels deep and when I'm going through a list of computers it is frustrating to have to browse down through the same levels each time.
- When connecting to a host, an entry is saved in Saved Host List (even duplicates). I would be nice to have an option to save or not save like a quick connect option.
- DameWare Mobile has separate password than desktop and cannot be linked to Active Directory password like desktop.
Dameware is a solid product, worth the price
- Almost no screen refresh issues.
- Simple file transfers
- Connect to multiple computers at once
- I disagree with the Solarwinds business model requiring pay for maintenance to get updates
- Retrieving licenses from PCs no longer in use is a pain in the ass
DameWare is a must for IT professionals!
- Desktop sharing is vital to me so I can see exactly what end users are experiencing and DameWare does this flawlessly.
- File transfers are so simple with DameWare it takes all of the guess work out transferring files so even beginners could use it with confidence.
- These are great tools that DameWare provides to strengthen my ability to get the job done right and get it done quickly.
- Perhaps popup messages that guide a user to where they need to go when sharing a session with another remote user to allow them full access as well.
- When the toolbar gets minimized it can be difficult to get it restored.
- Quickly access user PCs.
- Allow quick functionality of common needs (e.g. remote cursor, scaling, remove user input).
- Allows multiple instances.
- Authentication can be cumbersome, there should be an option to remember authentication time for any PC.
- Should provide auto scaling for multiple instances (e.g. auto scale 4 windows to fit one monitor changing the destination resolution as necessary during session)
- Link with AD computer list in a practical way.
- When connected to a remote computer, the control and experience is seamless. There is no lag when moving the mouse or typing. It is as if that computer is right next to you. You quickly forget that you are remotely connected to a computer across the city.
- Ability to "Switch Users". DameWare gives you access to the login screen. Many remote support solutions don't allow you to connect to a system unless it is already at the user desktop. DameWare does not have this limitation. Connecting to a locked computer and being able to switch users was a very important feature for us.
- Client Installation. The client/agent that is installed on each remote computer is very easy to remotely distribute and install. You can create your own custom settings to utilize the program in a safe and secure fashion to protect your end users and well as your IT staff.
- After the client is deployed and installed on each computer, the central server performs a check of each computer before you are able to remotely connect. It needs to install some additional components the first time you connect. I am not sure why these components are installed when the package is initially deployed. I also don't know why a mass check for this on all computer can't be performed. This would be handy. After we began using DameWare, every computer that we connected to would have to have additional components installed before we could connect. Sometimes this could take over a minute, which feels like forever when you are trying to access someone's computer.
- The Internet Proxy could be improved. If I could generate a random link and email it out to any person that would be great. As far as I understand it, the computer has to already be listed in our host list or you can't start the process. An ability to send out a link to any computer that would allow me to then connect to them would be great.
Managed IT Services Dream
It's currently utilized by every administrator in our company and recommended to every client that we support.
- First and foremost, the Mini Remote Control is a lifesaver. It offers a robust set of connectivity options and a snappy console to manage the machines while you're connected. You're able to connect to multiple platforms (Windows, Linux, and MAC). I find these to be a huge benefit especially when it comes to BYOD environments and remote users. As long as there's an internet connection, you can support them.
- System monitoring and information is another feature that is done particularly well by DameWare Remote Support. You can get an in depth view of all services, scheduled tasks, event logs, and much more at the click of a button. This provides a huge benefit to systems administrators by allowing them to query any information necessary to address a problem or apply simple fixes without having to log into the box directly.
- The export tool allows for quick and easy reports to be produced about various information that you select. Whether it's active directly overview or a software inventory for each machine, this proves to be a beneficial tool. Our company utilizes it for software queries and inventory purposes.
- We have had issues with credentials saving for specific domains and/or machines. I would like to see a credential manager in place, especially given that my system administrators manage a portfolio of clients.
- When connectivity is lost for a particular machine, whether it's a reboot or network connection failure the screen just goes blank. It would be nice to have an auto ping show so that you know when the machine is back online.
- I'm sure it's in development, but it would be nice to have a cloud based console or implementation with various firewall vendors adding to their UTM software suite. It would be ideal to VPN to a firewall and authenticate a session with a DameWare client installed on that box.
Love DameWare!
- On network support is unrivaled
- Small client - no need for a large install
- Abundance of customization options to fit your organization's needs
- There have been great additions to the software since we first started using it and it works great for us. No improvements wanted at this time
DameWare is useful software.
- Allows you to support other computers without kicking other user off. Allows them to observe and learn.
- Allows one person to upgrade multiple machines quickly.
- Gives a good view of whole network, and allows you to move between machines quickly.
- I would like to see a better how to manual. Takes a little while to become familiar with it.
DameWare save Casino IT Technicians from Frustration
- Ease in pushing the client software to the workstation requiring assistance.
- The ability to add a friendly name to each of the computers in the support list.
- The chat feature is great. It allows us to chat with users that do not have a telephone nearby while providing them with the needed support.
- The authentication type does not always want to stay set. It would be great to set a default and have it stay set.
- Would like to see the integration with the Solarwinds line of products, including the Atlas software.
- Would like to see complete integration with Active Directory.
- Virtual display compatibility for multiple monitor workstation support
- Upload and download of software patches in a shared folder with easy access
- The ability to lock the end-user keyboard and mouse to prevent accidental confusion during critical operations
- Import of workstation information from another management system to ease build and deployment of the software.
- Occassional loss of control of downstream system due to unforeseen issues (network/bandwidth?) - possible QOS escalation within the application?
DameWare Remote Support is worth its weight in gold!
- Connecting to end users PC while they are experiencing the problem provides training opportunities as well as being a time-saving tool in resolving issues.
- DameWare is remarkably easy to install and set up. The amount of information it provides with one or two clicks of the mouse is amazing.
- DameWare provides access to all the troubleshooting tools, i.e. event viewer, Regedit.exe, properties without having to even connect.
- The only problem reported has been the inability to utilize the export function in a meaningful way.
- DameWare Remote Support provides complete functional control of the client computer.
- Installation of the remote system client is seamless and takes only seconds if needed during the initial connection. Even a client upgrade can be accomplished remotely in less than a minute.
- DameWare Remote Support integration to the network quickly discovers and provides a list computers for access.
- The Smart Size console feature allows support to use a sizable window and still see the entire client desktop. This allows support flexibility and quick access to other applications and tools during troubleshooting.
- DameWare Remote Support console allows creation and use of a client list with easy-to-understand names. Instead of seeing a cryptic computer name, rey0304115, the computer could be listed as Finance, Director.
- Client screen capture and file transfer features allow for fast documentation and sharing of information for issues escalated to higher support tiers.
- Our needs for remote access are simple and we have had no bad experiences with DameWare Remote Support to date.
Souped up Remote Management Tool
- Wake on Lan (WOL) Support
- Unattended Remote Access for After hours maintenance
- Remote Access
- Remote Training and Troubleshooting
- Would be nice if DameWare had a web API that our users could use to initiate a session from their home computers
- Better Display Resolution Support
- Multiple DM Sessions without having to open multiple instances of Dameware Mini Remote.
DameWare Remote Support Helps me, Help them.
- Remote assistance of end users
- Remote file management
- Remote service management
- Older interface
- Licensing, and registration is difficult to comprehend, and manage
- I was reaching to find those shortcomings, it is quite excellent at what it does.