The Software Client for macOS supports multiple performance modes to suit different types of workloads. Performance modes are described next. To change the client mode, see Selecting a Client Mode below.
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The High Performance (Legacy) mode is no longer supported.
Stereo audio output and mono audio input are supported and enabled by default. When an audio device is enabled and used in a session, it is saved as user preferences, and becomes available as the default audio for future sessions.
Audio input devices should not be bridged to the remote session. Audio input devices are locally terminated and utilize local OS audio drivers. A bluetooth headset can be supported locally, but cannot be bridged.
To disconnect a PCoIP session:
If you are in a full-screen mode, reveal the Software Client for macOS menu bar by moving the mouse cursor to the top of a display.
From the Software Client for macOS menu bar, select Connection > Disconnect.
You can connect to remote workstations equipped with a Remote Workstation Card, and with Remote Workstation Card Software (for Windows or Linux) installed.
Refer to System Requirements for supported versions.
The Software Client for macOS can connect to any remote host with a Anyware agent installed and configured, or a Remote Workstation Card. Remote hosts can be Windows, macOS, or Linux, and connections can be made directly (client direct to host) or brokered through Anyware Manager or a Connection Manager.
Note: Remote Workstation Card connections
In addition to passing arguments via the Command Line, you can also provide parameters via the standard input stream using the --ask-extra-args-as-json parameter. This approach is preferred when you want to pass sensitive data, such as user credentials, to the pcoip-client process. The --ask-extra-args-as-json parameter accepts arguments as JSON strings, thereby ensuring that user data is prevented from being recorded in the shell history.
To launch the client, using the --ask-extra-args-as-json parameter:
By default, supported Wacom devices use local termination automatically to provide improved responsiveness and tolerance of high-latency networks. Local Termination does not support all advanced Wacom features; if you depend on one of these unsupported features, you can fall back to bridged mode by adding your device to a blacklist.
The following PCoIP session features can be customized:
Examples show command-line usage
The examples shown here invoke the Anyware Software Client via the command line. You can also set these priorities when invoking the Anyware Software Client programmatically.
The Software Client for macOS provides a number of configurable settings and behaviors, which allow the setting of user options, performance modes, and triggering actions like automated connections.