Implementing Windows Terminal Server and Citrix MetaFrame on IBM eServer xSeries Servers

Windows Terminal Server and Citrix MetaFrame provide a powerful thin-client solution to centralize administration, rapidly deploy applications, and extend the life of existing PC hardware. IBM® provides a range of IBM eServer xSeries® thin-client solutions from rack optimized servers, IBM BladeCenterTM, and larger multiprocessor servers running many virtual Citrix servers.

This IBM Redpaper outlines a thin-client design and deployment methodology. It includes conducting your Citrix pilot, choosing the appropriately sized xSeries technology, and installing, tuning, and securing Windows Terminal Server and Citrix MetaFrame, running on Windows Server 2003. It also explores such topics as virtual MetaFrame servers, disaster recovery, load balancing, and network sizing.

This redpaper provides several thin-client solutions. In addition, it includes tips and tricks gained from our experiences in implementing large MetaFrame solutions.

Chapter 1. Introduction to Windows Terminal Server and Citrix MetaFrame
Chapter 2. xSeries thin-client servers
Chapter 3. Running a Windows Terminal Server and MetaFrame pilot
Chapter 4. Examples of Windows Terminal Server and MetaFrame design
Chapter 5. Installing and configuring the software

Publish Date
25 April 2003

Last Update
23 January 2006

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Author(s)
Darryl Miles

IBM Form Number
REDP-3629-00