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XTENDA X300

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

I do not see much saving when I Compare with low end PC which cost 12K-15K

Yes, We agree that there is not much initial saving when you compare it with Low end,Old & Refurbhished PC's but first consider honestly that are you going to buy that PC or just comparing the cost . Generally that kind of Pc's are not purchased by good organization.

Still if you compare the cost with low end PC, we can guarantee you lots of savings in Operational, Maintenance & Upgradation Cost .Please see the table below .

Xtenda X300 Specifications Benefits
Factor Desktop PC Xtenda X300 Terminal
Initial Procurement Cost Rs.12000 - 30000 Rs. 4,500 per Seat Excluding Keyboard, Mouse, Monitor
UPS Rs. 1800 Additional Not Required
Electricity Consumption Rs. 3000 per annum Practically Nil
Maintenance Rs. 2000 - 3000 Rs. 450 Extended Warranty

Man Hours wasted in case of failure due to Hard Disk,Viruses or Any Other Hardware/Software failure (Calculate Yourself).
Upgradation Cost (Calculate Yourself)

1. Can both users use the same program at the same time?
Most software products will allow all users to open and edit different documents at the same time, using the same program. Each user can also use different software products, concurrently. Please note that Users who intend to run the software products concurrently on the Xtenda and host PC are advised to review the Software Products’ End User License Agreement.

2. Can you work independently from the host PC and other Xtenda 300 terminals?
Your individual Xtenda works independently and separately from the host PC and other Xtenda 300 terminals (host PC must be turned on). You can access the same program applications without any interruption from usage from the host PC or other Xtenda 300 terminals.

3. Can both users surf the Internet at the same time?
Yes, one of the best features of Xtenda 300 is that all users can surf the Internet independently from each other. By using the following methods: modem or broadband and one Internet Service Provider account.

4. Can I utilize peripherals, like a printer or CD ROM?
Yes, all users can share the same peripheral devices through your network system only no individual printer or peripharal can be attached to Xtenda.

5. Can I play interactive games on both Xtenda 300 and host PC?
Yes, but it depends on the type of games being played. You can play most 3D games on your host PC if your graphic card supports it. You may play “Flash” or “Java” based games on your Xtenda 300 terminal. However, we do not recommend playing 3D Games on either the HOST PC or the Xtenda 300 Terminal.

6. Would it be possible to run mpeg-files from your Xtenda 300 terminal?
Yes, you can run mpeg files through Windows Media player in Window (Applications requiring full screen video playback are not recommended..

7. Can I view and listen to video clips and music/sounds on my Xtenda 300 terminal ?
Yes, you can view video clips on your Xtenda 300 via Windows Media player (In a Window). If sound is required at your Xtenda 300, amplified speakers or headphones are recommended.

8. Will multiple users of a single program make my computer work slower?
Most applications, once booted up, will run nearly as fast as with one user including internet communications. Activities that place the most demand on the computer's resources may experience some slowing, but most users will notice little difference in speed or performance. Please check your current Windows Task Manager¹s Performance for monitoring your CPU computing resource availability. In most cases, you are only using less than 15% of your host PC¹s CPU computing power. Only in cases of heavy processing applications, (CAD/CAE graphics application or video editing) more memory for your host PC is highly recommended to achieve optimal computing results.

9. Can I use a monitor from an older PC for your second or more Xtenda 300?
Yes. It should be either a VGA or Super VGA monitor. Xtenda 300 supports 60Hz/75Hz , 800x600, 1024x768 with 16bits colors.

10. What is the maximum cable length that Xtenda 300 can support?
Xtenda 300 can support up to 5 meters & maximum of 10-meters (With Good Quality STP CAT5e).

11. What’s the minimum requirement for the host PC?
Pentium IV CPU 2.4Ghz or higher
1GB RAM (2 GB in case you install 2 sets)
7200 RPM HDD

12. How many Xtenda 300s can you connect to the host PC?
You can connect up to two Xtenda 300 sets adding 6 additional terminals( 3 Per Set) per one Host PC.

 How often do I need to maintain or upgrade my Xtenda 300 terminal(s)?
Only your host PC needs software/hardware maintenance performed according to your IT department. If new features or updates are available from Adline Systems Website (as and when they are available), Xtenda 300 updates can be updated remotely in less than 2 minutes.

14. How can I increase my overall performance?
Overall performance can be improved depending on your host’s PC configuration. Increased memory size, faster RPM based hard-drive and a faster CPU will increase overall performance for both host PC and individual Xtenda 300 terminals.

15. In order to enhance the speed of your Xtenda 300 terminal, should I increase the Memory size or upgrade the CPU speed? I have a limited budget and can only afford one upgrade.
It depends on the types of applications you are running. If it is memory-intensive application, it is recommended that memory be increased. If it is a CPU-intensive application, it is recommended to upgrade your CPU to a high speed processor like Intel Pentium 4 HyperThreading technology.

16. Can your Xtenda 300 terminal run on Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows Millennium?
No, Xtenda 300 only supports Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home or Professional Edition & Linux OS.

17. Can I install programs on the Xtenda 300?
It is recommended to install software applications on the host PC in order for your Xtenda 300 terminal to access it.

18. How many IP addresses can be assigned to the computer under Windows 2000 Professional and Windows XP Professional or Home Edition?
All Terminals will show same IP Address on Network.

19. Do I need to buy additional software licenses?
Although Xtenda 300 does not require any additional software programs to be installed other than the Xtenda 300 install program for the host-PC, additional software licenses may be required by the application software provider that’s installed on your host PC. Please kindly check your Software End User License Agreement. User’s who intend to run software products concurrently on Xtenda 300 and host PC are advised to do the following :

(a) Review the Software Products’ End User License Agreement to check if you are authorized to run multiple instance/sessions, using a single copy of the Software Products simultaneously on your Xtenda 300 terminal and your host PC and/or

(b) Check with the software provider for such usage and/or similar usages.

20. Can the host PC user track and monitor your activities on your Xtenda 300 terminal?
Yes and No. Depending on if you have Administrator Rights are not, the host PC user cannot track and monitor your Xtenda 300 terminal. Security options provided by Windows XP/2000 allows each Xtenda 300 to be monitored or not monitored. Each user can have private storage space on host PC if host PC has NTFS formatted hard disk instead of FAT32.

21. When both users open the same file, can they save the file at the same timel?
It depends on the types of applications you are running. Some applications will provide full read and write privileges to the user who opens or accesses the file first, the other users may then have read only privilege. This is same situation where many people access the file on the network hard-disk (NAS).

22. How can I prevent other Xtenda 300 users from shutting down my Xtenda 300 unit?
The Security Policy Settings in Windows 2000 Professional and Windows XP Professional Edition allows the host PC (Administrator) to control certain user’s privileges, as well as control certain actions allowed for each user account. Administrator (host PC) can modify the security-relevant settings, including users’ rights to shut down Windows, by configuring the Local Security Policy settings.

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