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USB Redirector

USB redirectors, such as USB Network Gate, are professional solutions that allow any number of USB devices or interfaces to be shared over an IP-based network such as LAN, WAN, VLAN, VPN, or the Internet.
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USB Isolation on Multi-user Systems

One drawback of the Windows operating system is its default handling of USB devices. There is no effective, built-in facility that allows you to control which users have access to specific USB devices. This can be problematic when several users are sharing a Windows computer or when a machine hosts many RDP sessions. USB Network Gate offers a solution to the problem by providing isolation for remotely-connected devices.

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Per-session isolation

This feature allows you to assign a USB device to an individual RDP user while making it unavailable to others. You can be sure that you have exclusive use of the device with this option as it will not be recognized by other remote desktop sessions.
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Per-user isolation

This option lets you isolate a USB device that is already connected to your computer to make it inaccessible to other Windows users. You might use this option to retain control of a device by an individual user when they are switching between multiple accounts.
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Potential Uses for USB Redirection Software

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USB redirection to a remote desktop

One of the problems faced with remote desktop sessions is the absence of local USB over RDP connectivity. Locally-attached devices are not available from within the remote desktop session. Getting around this limitation is easy with USB redirection to RDP software.
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USB devices in a virtual machine session

Using a USB Redirector enables VM users to connect their USB hardware to the virtual machine, even if this functionality is not supported by default. This includes virtual desktops provided by cloud services.
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Access MFD from any room of your office

A typical reason to use a USB Redirector in an office setting is to share a multifunction device such as a printer/scanner with multiple coworkers. USB redirection will also allow a license key or dongle to be connected remotely, removing the need to carry it between computers.
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USB redirection for thin/zero clients

Thin clients can also take advantage of a USB Redirector. Access USB devices that are connected to the thin client on the local machine and use them from a remote desktop.
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Access USB devices from blade servers

It may be difficult to physically connect a keyboard and mouse to a blade server. Since there are many servers on the rack, it’s not just plug-and-play. But a USB Redirector can directly connect the peripherals to the server you need.
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USB Redirector for macOS, Linux and Windows

This USB Redirector software can be run on the Windows, Linux, or macOS operating systems. It offers a true cross-platform solution, supporting any combination of servers and clients. Share devices attached to any type of server with all supported clients without compatibility issues.

How to access USB over RDP with UNG

1

Install

Install USB Network Gate both on the local machine with the attached USB device and the remote machine (terminal server) you plan to access it from.
The Download button for the USB Network Gate installer is located on its website. It must be launched and the setup must be completed before the next step.
2

Share

Start UNG on the remote machine (terminal server), go to the “Remote devices” tab, and click “Connect” next to the shared device.
The Local USB Devices tab should be opened by default, but if it isn’t, switch it near the top of the window. The Share buttons are on the right, next to their respective device on the list.
3

Connect

Enable “RDP auto-connect” if you want UNG to automatically re-establish your connections for future RDP sessions.
You can select the Remote USB Devices tab near the top of the application window. The Connect button is to the right of each device.

What customers say

4.9 overall rank, based on 372 reviews.
Successfully used by 150+ companies worldwide
James Hughes,
Software Applications Engineer
USB Network Gate comes to the rescue with its powerful USB port virtualization technology. The software works across any network and allows forwarding the USB device port to any networked machine.

With USB Network Gate, there’s no need to use additional hardware or cables. No complex connection configuration as well.
Keith Evans,
Flight Data Technician
My use case is connecting a USB-only laser printer to a computer on a different floor, and it has performed just fine.
Janet Camper,
Information Systems Manager
USB Network Gate is very convenient to use, and the HMI is very friendly.

Thanks to your software, we can access some very specific license dongles from our German parent company, which saves us a lot of money.
Elizabeth Stein,
Photography Enthusiast
The software works with UDP - redirects USB to the network without any additional settings. It works great most of the time - I don't have any doubts. The localized interface was a good bonus for me.
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