Client Modes

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.

Audio Support

Stereo audio output and mono audio input are supported and enabled by default.

Disconnecting a Session

To disconnect a PCoIP session:

1. 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.

2. From the Software Client for macOS menu bar, select Connection > Disconnect.

Connecting to PCoIP Remote Workstation Cards

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.

Connecting to Remote Desktops

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.

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:

Preventing Devices From Using Local Termination

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:

• Session Menu Bar Visibility
• Disable Hot Keys
• Windowed or Fullscreen Mode
• Set Host Resolution
• Image Scaling
• Maintain Aspect Ratio

Configuring the Anyware Software Client for macOS

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.