Netop Remote Control was one of the first products to give IT administrators the ability to see and control computers from a remote location. Our leadership in the field combined with 20 years of customers feedback has guided our development and refinement of the most comprehensive, secure and flexible remote control solution on the market today.

Netop Remote Control delivers more than any competing product available. What does this mean for your organization? Improved IT productivity and reduced costs.

Download Netop Remote Control now and see for yourself. Stretch the limits of remote control with the newly introduced Intel vPro support; power a computer on/off, change BIOS settings or even install operating systems – all remotely.

Full Remote Control

You are in control with a host desktop that can display as full screen or a window. Utilize host control via keyboard and mouse, and execute remote commands and programs, as well as log-off, switch-off, reboot and Wake-on-LAN. Multiple concurrent sessions provide simultaneous access of multiple guest users to the same host.

Complex Remote Management

Full access to system control, services, registry, task manager, event logs, approvals and consoles make Netop Remote Control a versatile tool.

Broad Platform Support

Netop Remote Control includes software for management of all current platforms (Windows, DOS, MAC, Linux, OS/2, Solaris) including support of terminal servers,  mobile units and embedded devices (optional).

Bidirectional File Transfer

The system includes a high-performance file manager with drag and drop support for copying, moving, synchronizing and cloning of files.

Intel vPro support

Our system allows you to remotely control computers before the operating system is loaded or even if no operating system is available. Power it on/off. Enter and change BIOS settings. Install an operating system from an installer based on the guest computer. We make it easy.

Simply Automate

Netop Remote Control makes automation easy with simple scripting of scheduled tasks (e.g., data transfers or inventory scanning).

Help Request Mode

Simple request for technical support by the user at the help desk is provided. Netop Remote Control is firewall-friendly through optional use of HTTP protocol via port 80.

Flexible Connectivity

You can easily connect through the Internet with no need to configure firewalls, routers or proxies.

Session Record for compliance

The system comprehensively records all activity on host and guest computers. Optional recording of complete sessions as video files.

Central Installation

Central, network-wide roll-out of the Netop Hosts with help of the Netop Pack ’n Deploy.

Diverse Communication Protocols

Netop supports of all current communication protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, UDP, IPX, NetBios, dial-in connections, infrared and Terminal Server).

Leading Security Functions

Netop encrypts all data traffic with 256-bit AES, 2048-bit dynamic key exchange and supports leading authentication and authorization systems such as Smartcards, RSA Secure ID and Directory Services. Remote login using Smartcard.

High Scalability

Netop Remote Control can be scaled to any network size by means of special functions such as flexible group management, telephone book function and deployment of the Security Server. Integration in Directory Service, inclusion in existing management systems is possible.

Inventory

Netop Remote Control enables remote collection of all hardware and software information in an XML file for remote diagnosis and fast troubleshooting.

Simply Automate

Make your own scripts for automation of scheduled tasks (e.g., data transfers or inventory scanning at predefined times to and from Netop modules).

Central installation 

Make standard MSI packages and perform easy network-wide rollout of Netop modules with Netop Pack'n Deploy.

"Netop's option is the most complete of the bunch...It's the sheer amount of options here that really impresses, installing enables you to access and edit registry files, perform inventories of hardware and software on remote systems and even access PCs before they've loaded their operating systems." -- PC Plus Magazine

"With many features for communication and collaboration, Netop Remote Control is the ideal tool for Support and Helpdesk environments". -- PC Magazin, Germany

"Outstanding performance"..."many security features"..."wide platform support"...the most complete remote control/management solution". -- Network Computing

"Netop shows comprehensive security functionality and a convincing cross platform support. The program is in both LAN and WAN very efficient and powerful. In spite of an outstanding set of features the interface is very intuitive." -- PC Professional

"As a tool for Remote Control and Management, Netop represents a product where the developers are well up to date. Even if the application contains numerous functions, the intuitiveness of the user interface keeps the whole well together." -- Tietokone

"Features and security are first class. In addition, the program has the market's broadest platform support." -- MikroDatron

"Pluses such as the security and administration options and the ability to conveniently carry the guest software on a USB drive make Netop Remote Control the best choice among the products in this review." -- WindowsITPro

Windows

• Platform: 32Bit and 64Bit
• Windows Vista, Windows server 2008
• Windows Server 2003 Standard, Enterprise, Web Edition, TS (SP0,1),SR2, SP3
• Windows XP Professional, Tablet PC, Home Edition (SP0,1,2)
• Windows 2000 Server, Advanced Server (SP0,1,2,3,4)
• Windows 2000 Terminal Services (SP0,1,2,3,4)
• Windows 2000 Professional (SP0,1,2,3,4)
• Windows NT 4.0 Terminal Server (SP4)
• Windows NT Server 4.0 (SP4,5,6,6a)
• Windows NT Workstation 4.0 (SP4,5,6,6a)
• Windows ME (Netop Remote Control 9.1)
• Windows 98 (Netop Remote Control 9.1)
• Windows 95 (Netop Remote Control 9.1)

Mac

• Mac OS X version 10.0, 10.1, 10.2, 10.3

Linux

• Red Hat Enterprise Linux 3.0 AS, ES or WS with XFree86 server
• Red Hat 9.0, 8.0, 7.x with XFree86 server
• Fedora Core I, II and III with XFree86 server
• Mandrake 10.0 with XFree86 server
• SuSE 9.1, 9.0, 8.2, 8.1, 8.0 with XFree86 server

Solaris

• (Sparc Solaris) Sun Solaris version 8 (2.8, SunOS 5.8), 9 (2.9, SunOS 5.9) with Xsun and CDE 1.4 or later.

OS/2

• IBM OS/2 Warp 3.0, 4.0

 

Expand the functionality of Netop Remote Control with seamless integration to these modules.

Netop Mobile & Embedded

Remote control for Windows CE/Mobile-based systems via Netop Guest. Integrates seamlessly with Netop Remote Control.

Netop On Demand

Remote Control without a pre-installed Netop Host. Integrates seamlessly with Netop Remote Control

Netop WebConnect

Connection server enabling full mobility of Guest and Host without configuring firewalls or routers.

Netop Security Server

Centralized security, rights management, authentication and authorization of all remote control users.

Netop Gateway

The Netop Gateway is a module that offers routing of Netop traffic across protocols and serves as a central point of access across networks and protocols (UDP, http, etc.).  This is particularly useful in providing flexibility for Terminal Services environments.

Netop Name Server

Enables resolution of Netop names even with dynamically allocated IP addresses. Facilitates communication across the Internet.

Here you will find data sheets, users manuals and other documentation for Netop Remote Control as well as optional modules like Netop Remote Control Web Connect.

• Netop Remote Control Data Sheet
• Netop Remote Control User's Guide
• Netop Remote Control Administrator's Guide
• Netop Remote Control Quick Installation Guide
• Netop WebConnect Installation Guide

Assist any user anytime
By downloading a small, self-executing program, end users can receive instant support without firewall configurations. Best of all, OnDemand doesn’t leave a footprint. When the session ends, it deletes from the end-user computer.

Stay secure
OnDemand is secure with user-confirmed access and security roles to meet end-users’ security policies. Furthermore, it does not rely on third party servers to route traffic and offers 256-bit AES encryption, securing all sessions from eavesdropping.

Solve user problems in a snap
Netop OnDemand is operational in seconds and you have a real-time copy of the end user’s desktop right on your screen. OnDemand allows you to quickly and easily see the exact issue for faster diagnosis and problem resolution.

Work like you are there
Use keyboard and mouse like you were sitting in front of the end user’s computer - edit registry, install patches, drivers or drag and drop files with the interactive, split-screen file manager.

Chat with the end user
No phone, no problem. With built-in instant messaging it is easy to stay in contact with the end user

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Designed for the professional help desk market, Netop Remote Control OnDemand is a fast, secure and reliable solution that provides instant remote support over the Internet.

Netop OnDemand provides unparalleled flexibility for your organizational support needs by offering two different ways of initiating a help desk session:  the help service or the service ticket mode. Both modes can be in use at the same time.

Help service mode

When support is needed end users simply activate a Web link, run a small executable, and fill out an incident description. The request is automatically queued at the help desk where it waits for the next available help desk agent.

Service-ticket mode

In service-ticket mode end-users usually contact the help desk by phone. The service agent then directs the end user to a specific Web site or e-mails a link from where the small program is downloaded. A unique, one-time service ticket is created by the help desk representative. This ensures that Netop OnDemand connects to the same agent to the same user. 

Easy to adapt

OnDemand creates simple host files with various authorization levels. The graphical user interface can be adapted to meet your corporate design.

Full remote control functions

You can display a host desktop as full screen or as a window, and host control is performed using a keyboard and mouse allowing remote controlled activation of commands and applications.

Extremely user-friendly

A very small host file (~650 kb) supports OnDemand and it can be run with a click of the mouse. The system does not require installation or administration rights and facilitates automatic and complete deletion of the host file when the session has ended.

Transparent for the user

OnDemand enables manual access confirmation by user with clear-text overview for rights associated with the help desk and provides a hot key for breaking the connection.

Firewall-compatible

OnDemand does not require complicated reconfiguring of the firewall through use of HTTP protocol over port 80. Our flexible configuration allows you to run Netop OnDemand through other ports.

Secure direct connection

We provide a direct and encrypted connection between host, gateway and guest computers without any need to interpose an external server. No 3rd party servers are used, ensuring the highest level of security. A host can disconnect at any time, placing the customer in control of the session.

Secure bidrectional file transfer

OnDemand has a high-performance file manager with drag and drop support for transferring updates, patches and drivers, or for picking-up files from remote computers for diagnosis through the help desk.

Integrates seamlessly with Netop Remote Control

We provide two great products in one intuitive interface. If you already use Netop Remote Control for network-wide support and maintenance, Netop OnDemand will integrate seamlessly and expand the functionality of your Netop Remote Control Guest.

Outstanding performance

OnDemand is one of the world’s fastest solutions. Your work flows smoothly, even with narrow-band connections, through utilization of self-developed compression methods and algorithms.

Integrated messenger

Our integrated chat function ensures that the user and help desk can stay in contact with each other during maintenance work, if necessary.

Verification-compatible session recording

In-depth logging of all activities on the guest computer and optional recording of complete sessions as video file ensure security and auditability.

Multiple/single connection to the help desk

Choose between connecting to the entire help desk or to individual supporters.

Let’s face it, sometimes it’s easier to just do things yourself. No long explanations. No misunderstandings.

Netop Remote Control OnDemand provides an environment where help desk agents can instantly access end user computers to solve incidents right now, right there. That means faster incident resolution, better service, and more productive end users.

Increased customer satisfaction and loyalty

With OnDemand, customers get their support problems solved quickly and without the frustration of trying to explain the problem or issue.

Faster incident resolution

No third-party servers are used to route the traffic. As a result, the traffic pattern is more straightforward allowing faster connections and faster call resolution.

Rapid ROI

Organizations using OnDemand experience reduced support costs through increased productivity. Ease of implementation results in a rapid return on investment.

Superior scalability

The Netop Gateway, which is part of the solution, can handle up to 200 concurrent sessions per Gateway. When extended with load balancing and multiple gateways, the system can support several thousand sessions.

Platform versions

• Windows Vista:
• Windows Vista Home Basic, Home Premium, Business and Ultimate
• Windows x64:
• Windows Server 2003 Standard, Enterprise and Datacenter x64 Edition.
• Windows XP Professional x64 Edition
• Windows Server 2003 Standard, Enterprise, Web Edition, TS (SP0)
• Windows XP Professional, Tablet PC, Home Edition (SP0,1,2)
• Windows 2000 Server, Advanced Server (SP0,1,2,3,4)
• Windows 2000 Professional (SP0,1,2,3,4)
• Windows ME, 98

Memory

• OS requirement plus additional 16 MB.

Communications

• Network adapter with TCP/IP allowing HTTP at port 80.
• Support for all proxy servers compliant with HTTP version 1.1 or later.

Expand the functionality of Netop Remote Control OnDemand with seamless integration to these modules.

Netop Remote Control

Our flagship product with unmatched security and cross-platform support for the most comprehensive remote management and support tasks.

Netop Mobile & Embedded

Remote control for Windows CE/Mobile-based systems via Netop Guest. Integrates seamlessly with Netop Remote Control.

Netop WebConnect

Connection server enabling full mobility of Guest and Host without configuring firewalls or routers.

Netop Security Server

Centralized security, rights management, authentication and authorization of all remote control users.

Netop Gateway

The Netop Gateway is a module that offers routing of Netop traffic across protocols and serves as a central point of access across networks and protocols (UDP, http, etc.).  This is particularly useful in providing flexibility for Terminal Services environments.

Netop Name Server

Enables resolution of Netop names even with dynamically allocated IP addresses. Facilitates communication across the Internet.

Here you will find data sheets, user's manuals and other documentation for OnDemand.

• Netop OnDemand Datasheet
• Netop OnDemand Brochure
• Netop OnDemand Quick Guide
• Netop OnDemand Administrator's Manual

Take control and manage

Take over display or keyboard, transfer files, start and end programs on Windows CE/ Mobile-based devices.

Get the details on hardware and software
Remote collection of hardware and software information, including battery charge condition and WiFi signal strength.

Use your mobile to remote control
You can put Netop Mobile and Embedded on your mobile and use it to remotely control your computer or fix a server problem while you are on the move.

Easy for users to get help
Configurable hot key for quick and easy access to the helpdesk.

Industry-leading security functions
Encryption of the entire data communication with 256-bit AES. Centralized authentication, rights management and logging via the Netop Security Server (optional).

Full integration with Netop Remote Control
Netop Mobile and Embedded integrates seamlessly into our flagship remote control product

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Netop Mobile and Embedded was designed to help you get it right the first time, and that means saving time and money. We provide a dedicated solution to keep your people on the move and embedded systems up and running.

To deliver on the promise Netop Mobile and Embedded offers you both the option of managing Windows CE/Mobile-based devices (The host version) and the option of using your mobile device for remote control and management (The guest version).

Netop Mobile and Embedded Host Remote control

From a Netop guest you can remote control a device and take over display, mouse, and keyboard, starting and ending programs.

Bidirectional file transfer

Copying, moving, synchronizing, cloning and delta transfer of files.

Inventory

Remote collection of hardware and software information, including battery charge condition and WiFi signal strength.

Help request

Configurable hot key for quick and easy access to the help desk.

Instant messaging

Integrated text chat for exchanging messages.

Event logging

Logging of remote session on the device or centrally via the Netop Security Server.

Stealth mode

Deactivation of the graphic user interface for the prevention of accidental intervention by the user.

Netop Mobile & Embedded Guest Remote control

Display of host desktop (with zoom function), control mouse and keyboard (including function buttons), transfer of commands, start/end programs as well as log-off, shut down, and restart of Host.

Remote management

Full access to system control, services, registry, task manager, event protocols, hot-fixes and consoles.

Inventory

Remote controlled collection of hardware and software information.

Bidirectional file transfer

File manager with drag and drop function and delta transfer for copying, moving, synchronizing and cloning of files.

Instant messaging

Integrated text chat for exchanging messages.

Kiosk mode

Automatic connection and recovery, password protection for quitting full screen mode and disconnection.

Address book

Enabling fast and easy connections for frequently used Hosts.

Easy installation & configuration

Installation via Active Sync or download from a Web server. Offline configuration by means of Netop Mobile Manager provided.

Industry-leading security functions

Encryption of the entire data communication with 256-bit AES. Centralized authentication and logging via the Netop Security Server (optional).

The very nature of mobile devices and embedded systems means they are always far away when support is needed.

Netop Remote Control Mobile and Embedded lets IT administrators and help desk representatives instantly access mobile devices or embedded systems to solve incidents right now, right there. That means faster problem resolution, less downtime, and more productive end users.

Faster incident resolution

Because no third-party servers are used to route the traffic, the traffic pattern is more straightforward and connectivity problems are more easily resolved. 

Less downtime, more productive employees

When issues are instantly resolved employees can get right back to work.

Rapid ROI

Reduced support costs through increased productivity and the ease of implementation. The result: a rapid return on investment.

Increased user satisfaction

Users get their support problems solved quickly and with minimum frustration.

Platform versions

• Windows Mobile 6 Classic, Standard and Professional
• ARM Windows Mobile 5
• Pocket PC
• Pocket PC Phone Edition and Smartphone
• ARM Windows Pocket PC 2003, 2003SE, ARM
• Windows CE Embedded 5.0 ARM, x86
• Windows CE Embedded 4.2 ARM

Memory 

• Host 4 MB (8 MB recommended)
• Guest 8 MB (16 MB recommended)

Disk space

• Host <3 MB
• Guest < 4MB

Communications

• TCP/IP as supported by the operating system

Expand the functionality of Netop Remote Control with seamless integration to these modules.

Netop Remote Control

Our flagship product with unmatched security and cross-platform support for the most comprehensive remote management and support tasks.

Netop On Demand

Remote Control without a pre-installed Netop Host. Integrates seamlessly with Netop Remote Control

Netop WebConnect

Connection server enabling full mobility of Guest and Host without configuring firewalls or routers.

Netop Security Server

Centralized security, rights management, authentication and authorization of all remote control users.

Netop Gateway

The Netop Gateway is a module that offers routing of Netop traffic across protocols and serves as a central point of access across networks and protocols (UDP, http, etc.).  This is particularly useful in providing flexibility for Terminal Services environments.

Netop Name Server

Enables resolution of Netop names even with dynamically allocated IP addresses. Facilitates communication across the Internet.

Here you will find data sheets, manuals and other documentation for Netop Remote Control Mobile and Embedded.

• Netop Mobile and Embedded Data Sheet
• Netop Mobile and Embedded User's Manual
• Whitepaper: Netop Mobile PDA GPRS Usage
• Whitepaper: Use Your Mobile Device to Access and Control Netop Hosts

Know your hardware assets

Full overview on all relevant hardware components, including details about system BIOS, RAM, hard disk size, graphics card, serial numbers, IP addresses, printers and more.

Know your software assets

Identify which applications are used across the organization and evaluate how frequently the software is used. Categorize installed software by types, enforce software policies and discover non-approved software on the network.

Remote scan

Scan hardware and software on target machines without installing any software.

Manage your licenses, stay compliant

Manage all software licenses, serial numbers and service agreements. Include custom data such as cost center, purchase quarter, leasing company, etc. Attach license documents and define maintenance alert notifications.

Reduce software costs

Identify which applications are used across the organization and evaluate how frequently the software is used. Avoid overspending on licenses and leverage your buying power with vendors.

Improve planning with up-to-date data

Produce important data for planning budgets, system upgrades, system rollouts and software deployment with constantly updated real-time information and flexible reporting.

 

Reduce Costs	Improve Productivity	Ensure Compliance
Eliminate overspending Leverage buying power Track leased equipment Redeploy assets Lower mainenance fees	Auto-detect assets Single repository Quickly locate assets Reports and statistics Improve IT service levels	Prepare for software audits Enforce software policies Monitor in real-time Licence expiry alerts Detect unwanted software

 

Netop Asset Control is a quick-win solution for IT managers looking to save money on software licenses and stay compliant with regulations. Unlike many competitors, Netop Asset Control is quick and easy to implement and uncomplicated to use.

Reduce costs

• Eliminate costly overspending on software
  
• Leverage your buying power
  
• Avoid penalty fees by keeping track of leased equipment
  
• Eliminate maintenance fees on unused assets
  
• Extend the life time of assets by redeployment
  

Improve productivity

• Automate detection and change tracking of your IT assets
  
• Single unified repository with up-to-date data on all of your IT assets
  
• Create customized reports and analysis with a few mouse-clicks
  
• Speed up planning cycles
  
• Improve your IT service levels
  

Stay compliant

• Be prepared for software audits
  
• Monitor the compliance status of your network in real-time
  
• Help enforce software policies
  
• Receive automatic notifications on software license expiry
  
• Detect unwanted software, music and movie files

Netop Asset Control consists of three main modules: Asset Agent, Asset Manager and an SQL database for storing the software and hardware information collected by the Asset Agent.

Asset Agent: Small component that runs on your target clients and servers. Runs as a service and collects hardware and software inventory.
Requires:

• Intel Pentium or compatible
• Less than 1 MB disk space
• 32 MB memory
• Windows Vista/XP/2000/2003
• Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0

Asset Manager: The administrative console used to access the database and manage the information collected by the Asset Agents. Requires:

• Intel Pentium or compatible
• 30 GB disk space
• 32 MB memory
• Windows Vista/XP/2000/2003
• Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0

SQL Server: Central database storing the collected hardware and software inventory. Requires:

• Intel Pentium III 600 or compatible
• 20 GB disk space
• 1 GB memory
• Windows Server 2000/2003
• SQL Server 2005 SP2 (Workgroup, Standard and Enterprise)
• Microsoft IIS 5.0 or later (Required for SQL Reporting Services)
• Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0

 

 

Integrate with Netop Remote Control

 

Empower you Help Desk with Netop Asset Control’s seamless integration with Netop Remote Control.

With a combined solution administrators will have detailed up-to-date information on users' software and hardware configuration and easy remote control access. Right-click on a computer to start a remote session including remote control, file transfer or remote management. Perform additional administrative tasks on your networked PCs.

(Click here to read more about remote control...)

Here you will find data sheets, user's manuals and other documentation for Netop Asset Control.

• Netop Asset Control Data Sheet
• Netop Asset Control Quick Guide
• Netop Asset Control Installation Guide
• Netop Asset Control User's Guide

It's easy to protect computers from unwanted changes with ProtectOn Pro. Simply reboot to restore machines back to their desired original state, or take advantage of ProtectOn Pro's full feature set to automatically restore computers, schedule time for virus updates. Provide unprotected drive space for students or other users to save their work. ProtectOn offers all the most popular disk protection features at an incredibly affordable price.

Protect networked computers
Get all the benefits of superior hard disk protection, and much more. Eliminate computer damage and downtime, while protecting data and system security throughout your network.

Erase virus damage
Automatically remove viruses and unwanted downloads. Restore computers to a known good state on reboot. Wipe out all changes, or set aside folders where user files are preserved.

Remotely manage computers
Wake up, shut-down or restart computers remotely. Check disk space, view event logs, access the Windows task manager, manage computer services, shared drives and more.

Easy to install and use
The administrative console provides a common interface for hard disk protection, device control and Windows administrative functions that is easy to set up and easy to use.

Restrict device access
Protect sensitive data, ensure system integrity. Grant or deny access to vulnerable system devices like hard disks, DVD/CD and floppy drives, parallel and serial ports, USB and WiFi devices.

Control application and Web use
Set and enforce policies for Internet access by computer, by user or by time period. Deny access to problem Web sites and applications, or limit access to those appropriate for school or business use.

Protect sensitive data
Hide hard disk contents completely from certain users, or limit access to a selected list of folders. Ensure that confidential school or company data is only accessed by authorized users.

Comprehensive and affordable
ProtectOn Pro provides a comprehensive solution for endpoint protection at prices that are at or below what most companies charge for standalone hard disk protection or device control software.

Schools See Results With ProtectOn

Fast Forward Charter High School in Logan, Utah is just one of the many schools around the world that rely on ProtectOn for affordable hard disk protection that keeps student computers trouble-free.

With an at-risk student population, and more than 80 computers networked across multiple computer labs, technology director Shannon Thurston faced real challenges in keeping his network free of viruses and unwanted downloads, until he installed ProtectOn.

"There's no need to perform daily maintenance on the computers anymore."

Shannon Thurston, Fast Forward Charter High School

Trouble-Free Computer Protection

With ProtectOn installed on computers throughout Fast Forward Charter High School, Thurston can roll back virus damage and unwanted changes that students may have made to classroom computers. With a simple restart, computers are back to normal with no damage, downloads or games. ProtectOn allows him to remotely reboot, change settings or wake the student computers and schedule unprotected time for system changes, such as virus protection updates.

"There’s no need to perform daily maintenance on the computers anymore, really. The kids can’t mess things up – they don’t install things anymore, because they know it’s all wiped out when the computer restarts. The same aspects that help the teachers manage a class help me manage the network."

Shannon Thurston

The software consists of three modules: a server module, one or more administrative console modules, and an unlimited number of agent modules. The Netop ProtectOn Pro server module requires that you have one of several Microsoft SQL Server editions installed, and comes packaged with SQL Server Compact edition. The server and console modules also require Microsoft .Net Framework 2.0, which is commonly available on newer Windows operating systems.

Modules	Description	Technical Requirements
ProtectOn Pro Agent	Module that runs on client computers providing endpoint protection and administrator access.	Runs on Windows 2008, 2003, 2000 (service pack 4), Vista or XP (service pack 2). Also runs on Windows Server 2008, 2003 Standard, Web Edition, Enterprise Edition, Windows 2000 Server and Advanced Server, Windows 2000 Professional (service pack 4). 64-bit editions are supported without Web and application access controls. NT4 is supported but without device access control.
ProtectOn Pro Console	Administrative console used to determine protection policies and manage client computers	Runs on Windows 2008, 2003, 2000 (service pack 4), Vista or XP (service pack 2). Also runs on Windows Server 2008, 2003 Standard, Web Edition, Enterprise Edition, Windows 2000 Server and Advanced Server, Windows 2000 Professional (service pack 4). 64-bit editions supported. Requires Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0.
ProtectOn Pro Server	Central database that stores protection policy information.	Requires Microsoft SQL Server. Comes with SQL Compact Edition for testing and basic use. Larger installations may prefer to use one of the following:  SQL 2008 including Express, SQL 2005 including Express, SQL 2000 including MSDE 2000.  Requires Microsoft .NET Framework 2.0. Runs on Windows Server 2008, 2003 Standard, Web Edition, Enterprise Edition, Windows 2000 Server and Advanced Server, Windows 2000 Professional (service pack 4). Windows Server 2000/2003. Also runs on Windows 2008, 2003, 2000 (service pack 4), Vista or XP (service pack 2).

 

 

Here you will find the data sheets, users manuals and other documentation for Protect-On, the affordable hard disk protection software from Netop.

• ProtectOn Pro Data Sheet  
• Guide: Moving from Netop ProtectOn2 to Netop ProtectOn Pro
• ProtectOn Pro User's Guide

Monitor printing, eliminate waste
Track printer usage and print costs by user. Detailed reports help to identify excessive printing, improve printer utilization and eliminate waste.

Assign print quotas and limits
Limit excessive printing, restrict print jobs by number of pages, prohibit duplicate jobs, deny or limit color printing and encourage responsible use.

Chargeback printing costs
Bill individuals, departments or group accounts for actual printing costs. Or implement pay-per-use printing using convenient print cards and payment gateway options.

Save money and trees
Save up to 70% in printing costs by eliminating unnecessary printing, reducing waste and encouraging responsible resource use.

Easy to implement and use
Manage all your networked printers centrally using an intuitive web-based interface that provides all the tools you need to identify and correct problems of waste and misuse.

Scalable cross-platform support
Enterprise level print control, scalable to 60,000+ users. Completely cross-platform, supports Windows, Mac, Linux and Unix.

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Monitor and Limit Printing with PrintLimit Pro

Save up to 70% on runaway printing costs with Netop PrintLimit Pro print management software. With PrintLimit Pro you can monitor, restrict or analyze all student printing in your school or university.

Manage all printers
Supervise network print activity from any browser window. Access dozens of standard pre-built reports covering users, printers and shared accounts. Modify user's account balance and view full transaction history

Control printer use
Limit charge back or set print quotas on printer activity for any user on the network. Set limitations or restrictions for expensive print jobs or color printers. Automatically deny duplicate print jobs. Supports print-release stations.

Recover costs
Assign print expenses to individuals, groups or cost centers. Recoup paper and toner costs from departments and end users. Issue fee-based print cards to users to recover the cost of printing. User friendly tools help manage print accounts.

 

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PrintLimit Pro: The IT Perspective

PrintLimit Pro provides IT administrators with powerful and flexible tools to manage and control printing costs at schools, universities, libraries and businesses. PrintLimit Pro provides a scalable and intuitive interface combined with advanced budgeting and reporting tools that make it the premier solution for controlling printing costs in complex multi-platform environments.

• Enterprise level print control - scalable up to 20,000+ users
• Limit, charge-back or log print jobs on a per user basis

Administration tools
PrintLimit Pro provides system administrators with a kit of tools to manage printers, including:

• Advanced print document/job filtering
• Detailed logging and reporting
  
• Improved network reliability through implementation of rules to prevent printer queue jams, queue hogging and inappropriate printing types
  
• Automatically e-mail reports to specified administrators

Key IT management features

• Track all printing activity by user, client, printer and document metadata
  
• Control printing by enforcing per user print quotas, allowances or budgets
  
• Full differential print cost/charging system allowing different costs to be assigned one a per printer basis
  
• Advanced options to charge different amounts based on document type
  
• Hardware neutral solutions support all major printer types and operating systems - no hardware vendor lock-in!
  
• Both cross-platform and multi-platform support - run a mix of Windows and/or Linux print servers and support clients ranging from Windows, Mac, Linux and Unix.
  
• Provides end-users with management options such as funds transfers, usage tracking and reporting
  
• Provides end-users with advanced options to allocate print jobs to shared accounts, cost centers, facilities or departments
  
• Single sign-on user authentication with native integration with Active Directory or the system's underlying user management (no separate passwords to manage!)
  
• Service Oriented Architecture utilizing the latest software design nethods including: test driven development, XML web services and layered architecture. This ensures scalability and stability by design.

"We were hemorrhaging paper. There was no accountability for student printing in place, so they printed anything and everything, in multiple copies."

Kathy Hausmann, Coordinator of Student Computing, St. Mary's College

"Since we began using PrintLimit Pro software our heaviest-use printer on campus has printed on average one-third less than it did over the sames time last academic year."

Keith Fowlkes, Chief Information Officer, St. Mary's College

Operating System		Windows 2000, 2003, XP or Vista (Server, Advanced Server, Enterprise Edition, 64-bit Edition, Workstation*, Professional* all supported)
		Linux** including Red Hat, Novell SUSE, Debian and most others
		Mac OS X 10.4 or 10.5 (Tiger or Leopard)
Memory		384 MB minimum supported (512MB or higher recommended)
Processor		500 Mhz or higher processor
Hard Disk		150 MB, plus additional storage for logs and print
Printers (if hosting printers)		Printers that support Postscript, PCL (any version), PCL-GUI, HPGL, PCLXL, ESC/P2, ESC/PAGE, Ricoh RPCS and others
		Many other printers supported on Windows
		Networked printers recommended
		On non-Windows systems the CUPS or Samba print systems are required
User ID/Username		Active Directory, Windows NT or LDAP user ID/username

Operating System		Microsoft Windows 95, 98, ME, NT 4.0, 2000, 2003, XP or Vista
		Linux - Most modern distributions (requires Java 5.0)
		Apple Mac OS x 10.4 (requires Java 5.0)
		Other systems supporting Java 5.0
Memory		128 MB or greater
Processor		300 MHz or higher
Hard Disk		0 MB for zero-install deployment (recommended)
		70 MB for full local installation

 

Operating System		Windows 2008, 2003, Vista, XP, 2000, NT 4.0 (Server, Advanced Server, 64-bit Edition, Workstation*, Professional* all supported)
		Most modern Linux** distributions using Samba or CUPS print queues
		Mac OS X 10. 4 or 10.5
		Other Unix variants upon request (e.g.g Solaris, Aix, etc.)
Memory		128 MB minimum supported (512 MB recommended)
Processor		300 MHz or higher
Hard Disk		5 MB
Printers (if hosting printers)		Printers that support Postscript, PCL (any version), PCL-GUI, HPGL, PCLXL, ESC/P2, ESC/PAGE, Ricoh RPCS and others
		Many other printers supported on Windows
		On non-Windows systems the CUPS or Samba print systems are required
User ID/Username		Active Directory, Windows NT or LDAP user ID/username

 

Operating System		- Windows 2008, 2003, Vista, XP, 2000, NT 4.0
		- Mac OS X 10.4 or 10.5
		- Most modern Linux distributions
Memory		128 MB or greater
Processor		300 MHz or higher
Hard Disk		0 MB - Zero install deployment (recommended)
		70 MB - full local installation

* Windows XP, Windows 2000 Professional and Windows NT Workstation only allow 10 simultaneous connections. Therefore these operating systems can only be used for print servers when less than 10 users are connecting at one time.

** SELinux should be disabled prior to installing

The PrintLimit Pro Payment Gateway module provides universities and other organizations implementing pay-per-use printing with the ability to enable students and other users to purchase printing credits via credit cards, PayPal and other standard systems.The PrintLimit Pro Payment Gateway Module is an additional component that provides services that allow users to transfer funds from an external source into their personal Print-Limit Pro account. Examples of its use include:

Online payment

Larger organization such as universities or colleges may wish to provide online payment via 3rd services such as those provided by banks or organizations like PayPal and VeriSign. The payment interface may be provided for internal use (i.e. for student-only use), or opened up for external access to allow parents to make payments via the web. The Payment Gateway module can hook into a number of leading service providers or may be quickly adapted to fit others.

Student fee/management systems

A number of leading higher education organizations use the Payment Gateway module to allow students to transfer small amounts of credit into their print account. At the end of semester/term, this amount is totaled up and added to their fees/loan. The Payment Gateway module can be configured to automatically debit the student management records or an external database system.

Cashless systems

Organizations that use a centralized point-of-sale (POS) system to manage cashless payment on campus can benefit from the PrintLimit Pro Payment Gateway. These systems provide a database of users and interfaces/API's to withdraw funds from a centralized database. The Payment Gateway module can be configured to use these API's to transfer/withdraw funds from the central database.

Custom applications

The Payment Gateway module supports plug-ins and can quickly be customized to support other 3rd party systems. The customization can be performed by either the PrintLimit Pro development team or internally using your own development staff/skills. Contact support for development options and/or API documentation.

Here you will find the data sheets, case studies, user's manuals and other documentation for Print-Limit Pro, the award-winning print management software from Netop.

• PrintLimit Pro Data Sheet
• PrintLimit Pro User's Guide
• Print-Limit Pro Implementation Guide