Parallels RAS Simplicity
We benefited greatly. We have been able to do everything from publish network drives to employees for access remotely to also publishing desktops and providing access to peoples' office computers.
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September 01, 2020
Parallels RAS Simplicity
To install Parallels Remote Application Server in our host server was simple. To install it in company ships was even easier--anyone can do it. The best part for me is that they can keep shortcut icons of the application directly on the user's Windows desktop.
August 24, 2020
Parallels RAS Simplicity
While both have their pros and cons, they each hold a specific purpose. Businesses need to decide which solution is the right one for their virtualization requirements, taking into consideration their current and future needs. Parallels Remote Application Server allows businesses to deploy both technologies RDS and VDI without additional costs, which saves IT administrators from making a difficult choice at the very start of their migration project.
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We don't use VDI, only application virtualization.
April 01, 2020
Parallels RAS Simplicity
We are now able to deliver virtual desktops to our users in a really easy way thanks to Nutanix AHV integration to our RAS farm, it has the ability to get the virtual desktops ready for our users and turn it off on demand. We really loved this option because we did not needed to pay more for VDI or PCs publishing.
March 11, 2020
Parallels RAS Simplicity
The software is very simple to use, but that doesn't mean it's basic. You can design a segmented remote access farm with high availability load balancing, or just install on a single server. The user management, policy management, permissions, and application/host management is very intuitive. Farm updates are often easy to push out.
February 11, 2020
Parallels RAS Simplicity
It is definitely a good way to provide virtual and remote desktop access for specific users. VPNs are ok, but there are times when applications need the speed of a local area connection to function well, and Parallels certainly does allow the illusion of a local application that runs at network speeds since it is actually happening on the server. The central console is simple to understand and it's easy to add/remove users to available applications and resources.
April 04, 2020
Parallels RAS Simplicity
Setting things up can be difficult and time-intensive but well worth the effort because there's next to nothing that the end-user has to do and they just have a simple but effective method of accessing their apps that just plain works. There's little to no set up for the end-user. Tons of set up for your I.T. Dept, however, so keep that in mind.
April 03, 2020
Parallels RAS Simplicity
Most organizations are spread thin on resources and time available to train, so anytime you make a product easier to pickup and use is much appreciated by IT and the company as a whole. The RAS system makes it really easy to add new users and profiles, but continuing to increase usability will benefit current and future Parallels RAS users and administrators.
March 31, 2020
Parallels RAS Simplicity
I was apprehensive using a smaller known product in the industry thinking there wouldn't be much support, but to be honest, I barely needed any training or support. You can load up AWS or Azure images all ready configured in minutes!
March 25, 2020
Parallels RAS Simplicity
We provide a download link to the client with a configuration file - that's it. Most of the costumers can access our cloud platform after some minutes.
March 24, 2020
Parallels RAS Simplicity
Our use of Parallels Remote Application Server is directly related to the delivery of virtual desktops and applications. In reviewing the options of an SSL VPN solution, IPSec VPN solution, and Citrix solution, Parallels was chosen for its ease of deployment, speed of implementation, lower upfront cost, lower maintenance costs, and ease of use for both IT and end-users. The end-user gets their apps in a simple website, while IT gets an easy to manage, secure, and monitor tool for providing access.
March 22, 2020
Parallels RAS Simplicity
Our customers benefit enormously from the simple and fast provision through cost savings in the implementation and maintenance without having to forego features.
March 17, 2020
Parallels RAS Simplicity
We manage much of our IT ourselves. Simplicity was one of the main reasons we chose Parallels.
March 14, 2020
Parallels RAS Simplicity
Yes, we definitely use this feature.
March 09, 2020
Parallels RAS Simplicity
Deployment is one of the easiest things with Parallels RAS, and that applies to both adding it to existing infrastructure or deploying in a green-field approach for a new solution. Whether you split the RAS roles across just a few servers or many, centralized management from a single console makes it so easy - all components are pushed out and managed from the console from a single, quick installation.
And once it's installed, it's just as easy to manage, publish apps, monitor and update all from that same location.
And once it's installed, it's just as easy to manage, publish apps, monitor and update all from that same location.
March 07, 2020
Parallels RAS Simplicity
- Setup was generally quite simple - the exception being the Microsoft Remote Desktop licensing, but that's on Microsoft rather than Parallels Remote Application Server, and I'm sure they'd simplify that if it was possible. Day to day usage of the Parallels software is quite straightforward and simple.
- For users, it's also generally reasonably simple, with a few exceptions.
- - A lot of our users struggle to understand that they're running the app on a remote server, so forget to log out when they are done.
- - Configurations for shared local resources like printers and folders from the user's Mac are simple for technical people, but challenging for general users to understand.
March 07, 2020
Parallels RAS Simplicity
While we haven't explored the VDI aspect yet, simply focusing on RDS and application publishing has been fantastic. Take an application like QuickBooks where end users are on a Mac - traditionally, they had to VPN and Remote Desktop to a server to access QuickBooks. Now, with the Parallels Remote Application Server client installed on a Mac, they can have a QuickBooks icon published to their Mac for single-click access straight to the remote application for a very seamless experience. The addition of having a printer and drive mappings and the flexibility of also exposing the full RDS interface if needed on a user by user basis is incredible. Simply put, we're fans!
March 07, 2020
Parallels RAS Simplicity
- Absolutely, everything under one console is magic; all configuration is done from there.
- We have only done Remote Desktop Services setups for our clients, VDI is not something our clients require.
Parallels RAS Simplicity
Yes, it makes the delivery of applications installed on the RDS very easy to roll out to end-users. It is easy for the end-users to use as well.
February 26, 2020
Parallels RAS Simplicity
We are able to offer a hosted solution for our software because Parallels RAS allows us to grant users access to our software in a controlled environment where they can be productive without having to worry about the normal maintenance involved with a localized installation. We have other clients using Citrix Netscaler and it's much more complicated and resource-intensive in comparison. RAS is far more advanced to the point that the NetScaler seems archaic by comparison.
February 26, 2020
Parallels RAS Simplicity
The ability to deploy applications to our expanded macOS fleet has been a game-changer for a lot of our staff.
February 14, 2020
Parallels RAS Simplicity
We benefited from this simplicity as we are a small IT shop, so the ability to deploy RAS as well as applications was a big win. Ease of use for the end-user was also a big win.
Parallels RAS Simplicity
We definitely use the Parallels RAS for simplicity and easy administration. 10 years ago it was the best solution we could find for the best price.
Parallels RAS Scorecard Summary
What is Parallels RAS?
Parallels® Remote Application Server (RAS) is an all-in-one application delivery and virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) solution that enables users to work remotely from anywhere, on any device, at any time. The cloud-ready software is designed to enable organizations to centralize IT infrastructure management, integrate with Windows Virtual Desktop, streamline multi-cloud deployment, reinforce data security and improve IT process automation. Its architecture enables organizations to adapt to critical business demands. The vendor states its key benefits include:
- Outstanding user experience (UX) on any device
- Enhanced data security
- IT agility and business readiness
- Easy deployment, configuration and maintenance
- Reduced total cost of ownership (TCO)
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Parallels RAS Integrations
Azure Windows Virtual Desktop, Windows Server, VMware ESXi, Scale Computing HC3, Microsoft Azure, Hyper-V, Nutanix AOS, Remote Desktop Services, Amazon Web Services, FSLogix, Google Cloud Platform
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Parallels RAS Pricing
- Has featureFree Trial Available?Yes
- Does not have featureFree or Freemium Version Available?No
- Does not have featurePremium Consulting/Integration Services Available?No
- Entry-level set up fee?No
Parallels RAS Support Options
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Parallels RAS Technical Details
| Deployment Types: | On-premise, SaaS |
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| Operating Systems: | Windows, Linux, Mac, Windows Servers 2008/R2, 2012/R2, 2016 and 2019 |
| Mobile Application: | Apple iOS, Android, Mobile Web |
| Supported Languages: | English, German, Japanese, Russian, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean |