Introducing Solstice to the IT Department
Installation
Flexible Software Install: Solstice is enterprise-ready software that can be deployed on the existing network using standard computer hardware. Solstice runs on a Windows 7/8 host PC whose video output is connected to the display (flat panel, projector, etc) in the room. There are two options for deploying Solstice:
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Software install: Mersive provides computer specs to ensure it meets the minimum requirements.
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Solstice appliance: The appliance host PC is already setup and configured to run Solstice software.
Flexible Network Setup: Solstice can be combined with a standalone, in-room network router or installed directly on the existing corporate network. For dual-network (guest and corporate access to the same display) support, Solstice traffic can be managed just like any TCP/IP-based application. Contact Mersive and ask about our Network Deployment Guide for detailed configuration options and setup instructions.
Network
Lightweight Bandwidth Utilization: A typical, document-centric meeting will utilize between 3-7Mbps. For example, average network use for a 4-person meeting, streaming multiple applications and 1080p video is approximately 3Mbps with peak utilizations at 7.2Mbps. However, if bandwidth is available, we recommend 50Mbps of bandwidth is provisioned for a Solstice display in order to ensure consistent performance when sharing high-bitrate videos.
Managed as Standard Traffic: Solstice communicates via TCP/IP and utilizes three ports. These ports can be
modified using the centralized dashboard or the configuration panel within the software.
Enterprise Network Support: Solstice works within enterprise networks when a route exists between the client
and the Solstice display host PC.
Flexible Resource Discovery: Clients discover displays in one of three ways, based on configuration:
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Direct entry of the display host PC IP address.
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Auto-discovery via broadcast on the local network only.
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Auto-discovery through the Solstice Directory Service.
Solstice Directory Service is a non-broadcast mechanism that enables users to click-to-connect to Solstice displays across a network. This approach will work on larger switched networks and includes an option that does not require any configuration changes to the enterprise network.
Support and Security
Centralized IT Management: The Solstice Dashboard enables centralized IT management and configuration for all Solstice displays on the network. Modify the configuration of any display on the network to match end-user needs – from one central location.
Integrated License Management: License management supports easy updates, product upgrades and migration of software to a new display host PC.
Secure: Disable end-user access to configuration and password control. Limit the types of media posts users can share to the display.
IT Support Tools: At-a-glance display status for remote support includes number of users connected and bandwidth utilization reports. Check display status and reset displays.
Script Interface and Remote Control: Clear posts from the display, boot users, and restart Solstice remotely through the Solstice OpenControl protocol or the Dashboard interface.