Chapter 1. Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition Overview

Purpose of this Guide

About Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition

Virtual Deployments

Differences in the Virtual Environment

Filenames

Chapter 2. Requirements

System Requirements

Port Requirements

Supported Codecs

Chapter 3. Installation

Deployment and Installation Workflow

Install Cisco VXME Components Workflow

Set up the Hosted Virtual Desktops Workflow

Download Cisco VXME Client

Download Cisco VXME Agent

Cisco VXME Client Installation

Run the Microsoft Installer

Use the Command Line

Use the Group Policy Editor

Set the Language Code

Install Cisco VXME Agent

Provide Links to the Documentation

Create a Desktop Shortcut

Add a Link to the Citrix Landing Page

Add a Link to the VMware Prelogin Banner

Chapter 4. Configuration

Configure the Network

DHCP Pool Setup

Configuration Files

Set up Users on the Cisco Unified Communications Manager Workflow

Create a CSF Device and a Directory Number for Each User

Associate New Devices with a User

Enable the CTI Protocol for Users

Configure Cisco Unified Communications Features for Users

Change a User Password

Chapter 5. Upgrade

Upgrade Workflow

Upgrade Cisco Jabber for Windows

Upgrade the Citrix Receiver or the VMware Client

Change the Hosted Virtual Desktop Connection Type

Chapter 6. Troubleshooting

Registry Keys

Verify That Cisco VXME Client Is Running

Verify That Cisco VXME Agent Is Installed

Confirm the Version of VXME Client

Call Control Is Lost After a Network Failure

Call Is Lost After HVD Disconnection

Problem Report

Virtual Channel Problem

Copyright Page

Chapter 1. Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition Overview

- Purpose of this Guide

- About Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition

Purpose of this Guide

This guide explains how to

- Install and configure Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows (VXME for Windows).

- Upgrade VXME for Windows.

About Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition

Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition (VXME) extends the Cisco collaboration experience to virtual deployments. With a supported version of Cisco Jabber for Windows, users can send and receive phone calls on their hosted virtual desktops (HVD). The VXME software detects the virtual environment and routes all audio and video streams directly from one endpoint to another, without going through the HVD.

The applications in the Cisco VXME family of products are:

- Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for SUSE Linux

- Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows

- Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Unicon eLux

For more information about Cisco VXME, visit Click Here .

- Filenames

Virtual Deployments

Note

In this deployment guide, the term thin client refers to reused PCs, or other supported client devices set up to provide access to hosted virtual desktops (HVD).

With Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition (Cisco VXME), thin client users can place and receive calls with their Cisco Unified Communications client (Cisco Jabber). Cisco VXME consists of the Cisco VXME Agent and the Cisco VXME Client. To reduce latency and to enhance media quality, VXME streams media between the endpoints without going through the hosted virtual desktops.

Cisco VXME also includes support for some accessories. For more information about supported accessories, see Release Notes for Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows for your release.

Determine Whether You Need Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows. Use the following flowchart to determine whether you require VXME for your virtual environment.

A Cisco VXME for Windows virtual deployment comprises the following components:

- Supported Windows thin clients

For more information about the minimum requirements for supported thin clients, see the Release Notes for Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows for your release.

- Cisco VXME Client installed on the thin client

- Cisco VXME Agent installed on the HVD

- Cisco Jabber installed on the HVD

- Cisco Unified Communications Manager

Differences in the Virtual Environment

The user experience with Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition and a supported Cisco Unified Communications client is similar to the experience provided by a standard Cisco Unified Communications client installation. However, in a virtual environment there are some differences:

- The Cisco Unified Communications client detects the virtual environment at run time and starts in virtualization mode.

- Users can choose to control their Cisco IP Phones or to use their computers to make and receive calls. The default phone selection is Use my computer for calls. After device selection, the Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition application starts the transfer of the phone configuration data for that user. For more information, see Configuration Files.

- Users can manage their camera and audio devices by using the Device Selector, which is located in the Windows notification area. Users can also use the following tabs to manage their camera and audio devices from within their Cisco Unified Communications client:

- File > Options > Audio

- File > Options > Video

- If the thin client loses the connection to the network, the user is prompted to log back on to the HVD. If the connection failure occurs during a call, the call is lost. After reconnecting, the user can try to call the other party or send an IM. For the other party on the call, silence is the only indication that the call has dropped.

- By default, all calls send and receive video if both parties have video capability. Users can select their preference from the following options:

- Always start calls with video: Starts all calls as video calls, which send local video

- Never start calls with video: Starts all calls as audio-only calls

This setting applies to all calls that the user places and receives. The default setting is Always start calls with video. Users can change this setting in File > Options > Calls.

Note

You can disable video globally or on a per-device basis on the Cisco Unified Communications Manager. Navigate to System > Enterprise Phone Configuration and set Video Calling to Disabled.

- Some menus and options for the supported Cisco Unified Communications clients are different. For example, users cannot start Video Desktop Share (Binary Floor Control Protocol) from the call window. Video Desktop Share is supported only from the IM-chat window (Remote Desktop Protocol).

Important:
If Cisco Jabber is also installed on the thin clients, ensure that users exit Jabber before they sign in to their HVDs. If Cisco Jabber is running on the local desktop, and the user tries to sign in to Jabber on their HVD, Cisco VXME Client cannot register. Problems with accessories can also occur.

Filenames

The following table provides a list of the file types and names for this release.

File Type

Filename

Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition Client for Windows Release 11.5 (downloadable .zip file)

Cisco_VXME_Client_Windows-11.5.0.zip

VXME Client installer file (extracted from the downloaded .zip file)

CiscoVXMEClientSetup.msi

Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition Agent for Windows Release 11.5 (downloadable zip file)

Cisco_VXME_Agent-11.5.0.zip

VXME Agent installer file (extracted from the downloaded .zip file)

CiscoVXMEAgentSetup.msi

Chapter 2. Requirements

- System Requirements

- Port Requirements

System Requirements

Important:
Each of the components listed in the following table must meet the requirements. Use of unsupported components can result in a nonfunctional deployment.

Component

Requirements

Microsoft Windows-based thin client hardware

- Installed RAM 2 GB

- Free Physical Memory 128 MB

- Free Disk Space 256 MB

- CPU Mobile AMD Sempron Processor 3600+, 2-GHz Intel Core 2 CPU, or T7400 2.16 GHz

- DirectX 11 compatible GPU

- USB 2.0 for USB camera and audio devices

Microsoft Windows-based thin client OS

- Microsoft Windows 7 32 bit

- Microsoft Windows 7 64 bit

- Microsoft Windows 8 32 bit

- Microsoft Windows 8 64 bit

- Microsoft Windows 8.1 32 bit

- Microsoft Windows 8.1 64 bit

- Microsoft Windows 10 32 bit

- Microsoft Windows 10 64 bit

- Windows Thin PC 32 bit

Note:   Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition (VXME) for Windows does not require the Microsoft .NET Framework or any Java modules.

Windows Embedded Standard-based thin client hardware

- Installed RAM 2 GB

- Free Physical Memory 128 MB

- Free Disk Space 256 MB

- CPU performance affects the maximum video resolution. With Windows Embedded Standard thin clients, the expected resolution depends on the CPU:

- Up to 720p with quad-core AMD GX-420CA SOC 2 GHz or similar

- Up to 240p with dual-core AMD G-T56N 1.65 GHz or similar

- Audio-only support with dual-core VIA Eden X2 U4200 1 GHz or similar CPU

Note:
These hardware specifications are only guidelines for the expected resolutions. Other factors can affect video resolution.

- DirectX 11 compatible GPU

- USB 2.0 for USB camera and audio devices

Windows Embedded Standard-based thin client OS

- Windows Embedded Standard 7 32 bit

- Windows Embedded Standard 7 64 bit

- Windows Embedded Standard 8 64 bit

Note:   Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition (VXME) for Windows does not require the Microsoft .NET Framework or any Java modules.

Hosted virtual desktop OS (server-side)

- Microsoft Windows 7 32 bit

- Microsoft Windows 7 64 bit

- Microsoft Windows 8 32 bit

- Microsoft Windows 8 64 bit

- Microsoft Windows 8.1 32 bit

- Microsoft Windows 8.1 64 bit

- Microsoft Windows 10 32 bit

- Microsoft Windows 10 64 bit

Connection broker for the hosted virtual desktop

- Citrix XenDesktop 7.1, 7.5, or 7.6

- Citrix Xenapp 6.5, 7.5 or 7.6—Published desktops only

- VMware Horizon View 5.3—Published desktops only

- VMware Horizon 6.0 (with View)—Published desktops only

- VMware Horizon 6 version 6.1.0—Published desktops only

Receiver or client (on the thin client)

Citrix Receiver (ICA) for Windows (Receiver Version and Installer Version): 4.3.100/14.3.100

VMware Horizon Client for Windows (32 or 64 bit): 3.5.2

Important:
Before you install Cisco VXME Client, install the Citrix Receiver or VMware Horizon Client on the thin client.

If you upgrade your Citrix or VMware product, or change from a Citrix environment to a VMware environment, reinstall the Cisco VXME Client.

Cisco Unified Communications client on the hosted virtual desktop:

- Cisco Jabber for Windows

Cisco Jabber for Windows 11.5 running on the hosted virtual desktop (HVD).

Cisco VXME is compatible with all future 11.5(X) Cisco Jabber for Windows versions.

For complete information about virtual environment compatibility, see the Virtual Environments section in the Installation and Configuration Guide for Cisco Jabber for Windows for your release.

Windows Server

(Required for Citrix XenApp)

Citrix Xenapp 6.5

- Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2

- Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1

(Standard, Enterprise, Datacenter, and Foundation)

Citrix Xenapp 7.5 or 7.6

- Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 (Standard and Datacenter Editions)

- Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 (Standard, Enterprise, and Datacenter Editions)

- Microsoft Windows Server 2012 (Standard and Datacenter Editions)

Cisco Unified Communications Manager

Cisco Unified Communications Manager version 9.x or later

Accessories

For a complete listing of supported audio and video accessories, see Unified Communications Endpoint and Client Accessories, at Click Here .

Important:
Ensure that all Jabra devices are running the latest firmware. You can use the Jabra Direct to update the firmware. For more information visit: Click Here .

Port Requirements

Note

The Cisco VXME Client installer does not add firewall rules. You may need to disable the Windows Firewall on the endpoints, or add an exception to allow Cisco VXME Client.

The following table lists the ports or port ranges used by Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows.

Port Usage

Port

Description

69 and Ephemeral

UDP Outbound traffic for TFTP

Note:
An ephemeral port is a short-lived transport protocol port for IP communications. IP software can allocate ephemeral ports automatically from a predefined range. The following protocols can use an ephemeral port assignment for the client end of a communication, to a well-known port on a server.

- Stream Control Transmission Protocol (SCTP)

- Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)

- User Datagram Protocol (UDP)

A well-known port is a port reserved by the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) for assignment for specific applications.

5060

TCP (default) or UDP Outbound traffic for Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) call signaling

5061

TCP Outbound traffic for Secure SIP call signaling

6970

TCP Outbound traffic for HTTP

16384–32767

UDP Inbound and outbound traffic for RTP (audio and video streams)

You can configure the Cisco Unified Communications Manager to reduce this port range. Change the Start/Stop Media Port setting in the SIP Profile, which is associated with the CSF device.

Important:
Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition uses the computer-telephony integration (CTI) protocol. Cisco Jabber for Windows on a hosted virtual desktop uses outbound TCP port 2748 to connect to the CTI gateway. The CTI gateway is the CTI Manager component of Cisco Unified Communications Manager.

For a complete listing of ports required by Cisco Jabber for Windows, see the planning guide for your release of Cisco Jabber.

Supported Codecs

Supported Audio and Video Codecs

Audio Codec

Video Codec

G.722

H.264/AVC

G.722.1 (24 and 32k)

G.722.1 is supported on Cisco Unified Communications Manager 8.6.1 or later.

G.711 A-law

G.711 u-law

G.729a

Opus

Opus is supported on Cisco Unified Communications Manager 11.0 or later.

Chapter 3. Installation

- Deployment and Installation Workflow

- Install Cisco VXME Components Workflow

- Set up the Hosted Virtual Desktops Workflow

- Download Cisco VXME Client

- Download Cisco VXME Agent

- Install Cisco VXME Agent

- Provide Links to the Documentation

Deployment and Installation Workflow

Important:
Ensure that all component versions are supported and compatible. The Cisco Jabber for Windows version must match the Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows version. For details, see the "System Requirements" section of the release notes document for this release.

Procedure

Command or Action

Purpose

Step 1

Read Release Notes for Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows for your release, available from Click Here .

Review the important notes for information about limitations or restrictions that may affect your deployment.

Step 2

Read Requirements.

Review the system requirements to confirm that all required hardware and software meet them. Failure to meet all requirements can result in a nonfunctional deployment.

Step 3

Create and set up the hosted virtual desktops in the data center.

Ensure that a hosted virtual desktop (HVD) is ready for you to install Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition (VXME).

Step 4

Set up and configure the thin clients. Documentation for thin clients is available from the original equipment manufacturer (OEM).

Step 5

Configure the Network. See also, Port Requirements.

Configure important network settings.

Step 6

Set up Users on the Cisco Unified Communications Manager Workflow.

- Add users and devices on the Cisco Unified Communications Manager.

- Set up users on the Cisco Unified Communications Manager with Unified Communications features, such as Cisco Unified Communications Manager IM and Presence and WebEx integration.

Step 7

Install the Cisco VXME components on the thin clients and the hosted virtual desktop. See Install Cisco VXME Components Workflow.

After you install all required software on the HVD, you can clone the HVD.

Step 8

Provide Links to the Documentation.

Provide users with links to the documentation for their Unified Communications clients.

Install Cisco VXME Components Workflow

Important:
The Cisco Jabber for Windows version must match the Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows version. See the "System Requirements" section of the release notes documentation for your Virtualization Experience Media Edition (VXME) release.

Procedure

Command or Action

Purpose

Step 1

Download Cisco VXME Client.

Step 2

Download Cisco VXME Agent.

Step 3

On the thin client, install Cisco VXME Client. See Cisco VXME Client Installation.

Step 4

On the HVD, uninstall any previously installed Cisco VXME Agent and Cisco Unified Communications clients, such as Cisco Jabber, or Cisco UC Integration™ for Microsoft Lync.

Step 5

On the HVD: Install Cisco VXME Agent.

Step 6

On the HVD, install Cisco Jabber.

Related Tasks

Set up the Hosted Virtual Desktops Workflow

Set up the Hosted Virtual Desktops Workflow

Important:
Multiple registrations to the Cisco Unified Communications Manager are not supported. To help prevent multiple registrations, we recommend that you create only one hosted virtual desktop (HVD) for each user.

Procedure

Command or Action

Purpose

Step 1

Log in to the Microsoft Windows HVD as the new user, with administration rights.

Step 2

Join the HVD to the corporate domain.

You must have domain administration rights.

Step 3

Set up Citrix or VMware access to the HVDs.

Step 4

Install Cisco VXME Agent on the HVD.

Step 5

Install Cisco Jabber on the HVD.

See the installation guide for your release: Click Here

Step 6

Clone the HVD image.

For best practices for cloning Microsoft Windows HVD images, consult the documentation for your Citrix or VMware product.

Download Cisco VXME Client

Procedure

Step 1

Go to the following URL: Click Here

Step 2

Select Products > Unified Communications > Unified Communications Applications > Messaging > Virtualization Experience Media Edition > Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows.

Step 3

In the navigation tree, select your release.

Step 4

From the list, select the file for your release.

Step 5

Select Download or Add to cart and follow the prompts.

Download Cisco VXME Agent

Procedure

Step 1

Go to the following URL: Click Here

Step 2

Select Products > Unified Communications > Unified Communications Applications > Messaging > Virtualization Experience Media Edition > Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows.

Step 3

In the navigation tree, select your release.

Step 4

From the list, select the file for your release.

Step 5

Select Download or Add to cart and follow the prompts.

Cisco VXME Client Installation

Before you install Cisco VXME Client, complete the following tasks:

- Install and set up the Citrix Receiver or VMware Horizon View Client.

Ensure that you are using a supported version of your Citrix or VMware product. For more information, see Release Notes for Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows for your release.

- Obtain the Cisco VXME Client zip file, and extract the contents.

Use one of the following methods to install Cisco VXME Client:

- Run the Microsoft Installer

- Use the Command Line

- Use the Group Policy Editor

Run the Microsoft Installer

Run the Microsoft Installer (MSI) to install Cisco VXME Client.

Before You Begin

- Install and set up the Citrix Receiver or VMware Horizon View Client.

Ensure that you are using a supported version of your Citrix or VMware product. For more information, see Release Notes for Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows for your release.

- Obtain the Cisco VXME Client zip file, and extract the contents.

Procedure

Step 1

Double-click the CiscoVXMEClientSetup.msi file.

Step 2

To open the executable file, click OK.

Step 3

If the Open File - Security Warning appears, click Run.

Step 4

Read the EULA and, if you agree, click Accept and Install.
Click Here .

Step 5

To complete the installation, click Finish.

Use the Command Line

Use the command line to run the Microsoft Installer (MSI).

Before You Begin

- Install and set up the Citrix Receiver or VMware Horizon View Client.

Ensure that you are using a supported version of your Citrix or VMware product. For more information, see Release Notes for Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows for your release.

- Obtain the Cisco VXME Client zip file, and extract the contents.

Procedure

Step 1

Open a command window.

Step 2

Enter the following command: start /wait msiexec.exe /i <path to MSI>\CiscoVXMEClientSetup.msi /quiet.
The /quiet switch specifies a silent installation.

Use the Group Policy Editor

Use the Group Policy Management console to deploy Cisco VXME Client to supported thin clients that are running a supported Microsoft Windows operating system.

Important:
All computers or users to which you plan to deploy Cisco VXME Client must be in the same domain.

Before You Begin

- Install and set up the Citrix Receiver or VMware Horizon View Client.

Ensure that you are using a supported version of your Citrix or VMware product. For more information, see Release Notes for Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows for your release.

- Obtain the Cisco VXME Client zip file, and extract the contents.

- Use Microsoft Orca to set the language code to 1033.

- Copy the modified Microsoft Installer (MSI) to a software distribution point for deployment. All computers to which you plan to deploy Cisco VXME Client must be able to access the MSI on the distribution point.

Procedure

Step 1

Select Start > Run.

Step 2

At the prompt, enter the following command: GPMC.msc.

Step 3

Right-click on the appropriate domain in the left section.

Step 4

Select Create a GPO in this Domain, and Link it here.

Step 5

In the New GPO window, Name field, enter a name for the group policy object.

Step 6

Leave the default value or select an option from the Source Starter GPO list, and then select OK.
The new group policy appears in the list of group policies for the domain.

Step 7

Select the group policy object under the domain in the left section.

Step 8

From the Security Filtering section of the Scope tab, select Add.

Step 9

Specify the computers and users to which you want to deploy Cisco VXME Client.

Step 10

Specify the MSI file.

Step 11

Right-click the group policy object in the left section and then select Edit.
The Group Policy Management Editor opens.

Step 12

Select Computer Configuration and then select Policies > Software Settings.

Step 13

Right-click Software Installation and then select New > Package.

Step 14

Next to File Name, enter the location of the MSI file.

Example:\\server\software_distribution
Important: Enter the Uniform Naming Convention (UNC) path for the location of the MSI file. If you do not enter the UNC path, Group Policy cannot deploy Cisco VXME Client.

Step 15

Select the MSI file, and then select Open.

Step 16

In the Deploy Software dialog box, select Assigned, and then select OK.

Related Tasks

Set the Language Code

Set the Language Code

Use Microsoft Orca to set the language code if you plan to use Group Policy to deploy Cisco VXME Client. Microsoft Orca is available as part of the Microsoft Windows SDK for Windows 7 and .NET Framework 4 that you can download from the Microsoft website.

Before You Begin

Ensure that Microsoft Orca is installed.

Procedure

Step 1

Start Microsoft Orca.

Step 2

Select File > Open.

Step 3

Browse to the location of CiscoVXMEClientSetup.msi.

Step 4

Select CiscoVXMEClientSetup.msi, and then select Open.

Step 5

Select View > Summary Information.

Step 6

Set the Languages field to 1033.

Step 7

Select OK.

Step 8

Select Tools > Options.

Step 9

Select the Database tab.

Step 10

Select Copy embedded streams during 'Save As'.

Step 11

Select Apply, and then select OK.

Step 12

Select File > Save As.

Step 13

Select a location to which to save the modified CiscoVXMEClientSetup.msi file.

Step 14

Specify a name for the modified file, and then select Save.

Install Cisco VXME Agent

Install Cisco VXME Agent on the hosted virtual desktops (HVD), before you install Cisco Jabber for Windows.

Run the Microsoft Installer (MSI) on the hosted virtual desktop (HVD).

Before You Begin

Obtain the Cisco VXME Agent zip file, and extract the contents.

Procedure

Step 1

Double-click the CiscoVXMEAgentSetup.msi file.

Step 2

To open the executable file, click OK.

Step 3

If the Open File - Security Warning appears, click Run.

Step 4

Read the EULA and, if you agree, click Accept and Install.
Click Here .

Step 5

To complete the installation, click Finish.

Provide Links to the Documentation

- Create a Desktop Shortcut

- Add a Link to the Citrix Landing Page

- Add a Link to the VMware Prelogin Banner

- Create a Desktop Shortcut

- Add a Link to the VMware Prelogin Banner

Create a Desktop Shortcut

Add a desktop shortcut to the user documentation. Users can click the shortcut to access the documentation and to get help.

Procedure

Step 1

On the Microsoft Windows desktop, right-click and point to New.

Step 2

Select Shortcut.

Step 3

Copy and paste the URL for the end-user documentation into the text box.

User Guides: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps12862/products_user_guide_list.html

Step 4

Select Next.

Step 5

Type a name for the shortcut.

Example:Documentation/Help for Cisco VXME

Step 6

Select Finish.

Add a Link to the Citrix Landing Page

You can add a link to the Citrix landing page. Users can click the shortcut to access the documentation and to get help.

Note

You must be a Desktop Delivery Controller (DDC) administrator.

Procedure

Step 1

Establish a Remote Desktop connection to the server running the Desktop Delivery Controller (DDC).

Step 2

In the navigation tree, under Access, select Citrix Web Interface > XenApp Web Sites > Internal Site.

Step 3

Under Internal Site - Edit Settings, select Web Site Appearance.

Step 4

In the Customize Web Site Appearance - Internal Site window, under Options, select Content.

Step 5

Select the language code (for example, English [en]), and then select Edit.

Step 6

In the Edit Custom Text window, check Footer text (all screens).

Step 7

In the Edit Custom Text window, under Customize Footer Text, enter text to point the user to the online documentation.

Example:Sample text

User Guides: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps12862/products_user_guide_list.html

Step 8

Select Finish, and then select OK.

Add a Link to the VMware Prelogin Banner

You can add a link to the VMware prelogin banner. Users can click the shortcut to access the documentation and to get help.

Note

You must be a VMware Connection Server administrator.

Procedure

Step 1

Log in to the VMware Connection Server.

Step 2

Select View Configuration - Global Settings.

Step 3

Under the General section, select Edit.

Step 4

Check Display a prelogin message.

Step 5

Enter text to point the user to the online documentation URL.

Example:Sample text

User Guides: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/ps12862/products_user_guide_list.html

Step 6

Select OK.

Chapter 4. Configuration

- Configure the Network

- Set up Users on the Cisco Unified Communications Manager Workflow

Configure the Network

Related References

Port Requirements

DHCP Pool Setup

If your network uses DHCP, specify the domain name in the DHCP pool. Without this setting, DHCP does not assign a domain to the thin clients. Therefore, the devices cannot register with the Cisco Unified Communications Manager, the client keypads are dimmed, and users cannot make calls.

Example:

ip dhcp pool Non-VXCM server
network 10.2.209.0 255.255.255.0
dns-server 10.2.25.11
default-router 10.2.209.1
domain-name rtpvxi.com
!

Configuration Files

For each Cisco Unified Client Services Framework (CSF) device that you add to the system, Cisco Unified Communications Manager creates a configuration (CNF.xml) file. The CNF file contains the device specifications for the associated user.

When users sign in to Cisco Jabber, Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition starts the download of the associated CNF file to the thin client. To ensure the successful transfer of the file, open the relevant ports in all firewall applications to allow the thin client to access the ports. For more information about how to open ports, see the documentation for the firewall software.

Important:
Download of the CNF.xml file follows the system setting for HTTP proxy. Ensure that the proxy does not route the HTTP request from the thin client outside of the corporate network.

Set up Users on the Cisco Unified Communications Manager Workflow

Procedure

Command or Action

Purpose

Step 1

Create a CSF Device and a Directory Number for Each User.

Step 2

Associate New Devices with a User.

Step 3

Enable the CTI Protocol for Users.

Step 4

Configure Cisco Unified Communications Features for Users.

Enable the Unified Communications Manager IM and Presence Service. See the documentation for your version of Cisco Unified Communications Manager.

- Configure Cisco Unified Communications Features for Users

Create a CSF Device and a Directory Number for Each User

Note

You can use the same Cisco Unified Client Services Framework (CSF) devices for the virtual environment, as you do for the nonvirtual environment. We recommend that you create only one CSF device for each virtual user. If multiple devices exist for a virtual user, virtual Jabber automatically selects the first device in the list.

Procedure

Step 1

From Cisco Unified Communications Manager Administration, choose Device > Phone.

Step 2

Select Add New.

Step 3

From the Phone Type drop-down list, choose Cisco Unified Client Services Framework, and then select Next.

Step 4

In the Phone Configuration window, enter the applicable information for the phone as follows:

Option

Description

Device Name

Enter a name to identify the Cisco Unified Client Services Framework device. The name can contain 1 to 15 characters, including alphanumeric characters. Periods, hyphens, and underscores are not supported. Typically the device name format is CSF<username>; however, including the user ID is optional. Example: CSFjohndoe.

Description

Enter a descriptive name for the phone. For example, enter Richard-phone-on-computer.

Device Pool

Choose Default or another profile that was previously created. The device pool defines sets of common characteristics for devices, such as region, date and time group, softkey template, and Multilevel Precedence and Preemption (MLPP) information.

Phone Button Template

Choose Standard Client Services Framework. The phone button template determines the configuration of buttons on a phone and identifies which feature (such as line or speed dial) is used for each button. This option is required.

Owner User ID

To use an adjunct license with this device, choose the user ID from the list.

Primary Phone

To use an adjunct license with this device, choose the device name of the Cisco Unified IP Phone to associate with the client application.

Allow Control of Device from CTI

Always check this option in a virtual environment.

Presence Group

Choose Standard Presence Group.

Device Security Profile

Choose Cisco Unified Client Services Framework - Standard SIP Non-Secure Profile.

SIP Profile

Choose Standard SIP Profile or another profile that was previously created. SIP profiles provide specific SIP information for the phone, such as registration and keepalive timers, media ports, and Do Not Disturb control.

Step 5

Scroll down to the Product Specific Configuration Layout section, and set Video Calling to Enabled.

Step 6

Select Save.

Step 7

Select Apply Config if this button is available, and then confirm when prompted.

Step 8

Select Add a new DN in the Association Information section that appears on the left side of the window.

Step 9

Enter information for the directory number on the Directory Number Configuration window.

Option

Description

Directory Number

Enter the directory number (line) to assign to the device.

Route Partition

Enter the route partition. Partitions divide the route plan into logical subsets. These subsets include organization, location, and type of call.

Display (Internal Caller ID)

Enter the Caller ID. This entry is optional. The actual display depends on this entry and the configuration for the other party. For example, Cisco IP Phones display the Caller ID, but Cisco Jabber does not.

Maximum Number of Calls

Specify the maximum number of calls that can be presented to the application. This number includes all calls placed on hold plus the active call, regardless of which party initiated the calls.

Busy Trigger

Specify the number of calls (active and on hold). Incoming calls above this limit receive a busy signal or are redirected to the Forward Busy Internal/External target (if the target is configured).

Step 10

Select Save.

Step 11

Select Apply Config if this button is available, and then confirm when prompted.

Step 12

Scroll to the bottom of the Directory Number Configuration window, and then select Associate End Users.

Step 13

In the Find and List Users window, use the search criteria to find the user who you want to associate with the directory number.

Step 14

Check the box next to that username, and then select Add Selected.
The user is now associated with the DN.

Step 15

In the User Associated with Line section of the window, select the username.

Step 16

In the End User Configuration window, scroll down to the Direct Number Associations section.

Step 17

From the Primary Extension drop-down list, choose the DN for the user.

Step 18

In the End User Configuration window, under Permissions Information, select Add to User Group or Add to Access Control Group, depending on your version of Cisco Unified Communications Manager.

Step 19

In the Find and List User Groups window, use the search criteria to find Standard CCM End Users.

Step 20

Check the box next to Standard CCM End Users, and then select Add Selected.

Step 21

In the Find and List User Groups window, use the search criteria to find Standard CTI Enabled.

Step 22

Check the box next to Standard CTI Enabled, and then select Add Selected.

Step 23

Select Save.
Cisco Unified Communications Manager reminds you that changes to line or directory number settings require a restart. However, you need only restart after you edit lines on Cisco Unified IP Phones that are running at the time of the modifications.

Associate New Devices with a User

Note

Perform this task in Cisco Unified Communications Manager.

Procedure

Step 1

From Cisco Unified Communications Manager Administration, choose > User Management > End User.

Step 2

Search for the user in the Find and List Users window.

Step 3

Select the user.

Step 4

Select Device Association in the Device Information section.

Step 5

Search for the devices that you require in the User Device Association window.

Step 6

Select the devices that you require.
For example, you can select a device whose type is Cisco Unified Client Services Framework, and a desk-phone device.

Step 7

Select Save Selected/Changes.

Step 8

Select Back to User from the menu in the Related Links navigation box at the top right of the window.

Step 9

Select Go.

Step 10

Verify that the devices are listed in the Device Information section in the End User Configuration window.

Enable the CTI Protocol for Users

Enable the computer-telephony integration (CTI) protocol for each Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition (VXME) user.

Procedure

Step 1

From Cisco Unified Communications Manager Administration, choose User Management > End Users.

Step 2

Search for the user in the Find and List Users window.

Step 3

Select the user.

Step 4

In the End User Configuration window, scroll down to Permissions Information.

Step 5

Select Add to User Group.

Step 6

Select the following groups:

- Standard CCM End Users

- Standard CTI Allow Control of All Devices

- Standard CTI Enabled

Step 7

Select Save.

What to Do Next

Enable the Unified Communications Manager IM and Presence Service. See the documentation for your version of Cisco Unified Communications Manager.

Configure Cisco Unified Communications Features for Users

For information about how to configure Cisco Unified Communications features for Cisco Jabber, see the deployment and installation guide for your release, available from Click Here .

Change a User Password

Use this procedure to change the password for a user only if LDAP Authentication is not enabled. If LDAP Authentication is enabled, the passwords are stored on the LDAP Server. For Cisco Unified Communications Manager 9.0 or later, this procedure applies only to passwords for users created locally.

Procedure

Step 1

From Cisco Unified Communications Manager Administration, choose Cisco Unified Communications Manager Administration > User Management > End User.

Step 2

Search for the user in the Find and List Users window.

Step 3

Select the user.

Step 4

In the End User Configuration window, in the Password field, enter a new password for the user.

Step 5

In the Confirm Password field, enter the new password for the user again.

Step 6

Select Save.

Chapter 5. Upgrade

- Upgrade Workflow

Upgrade Workflow

Important:
To enable the Unified Communications features, upgrade the following components:

- Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition (VXME)—Cisco VXME Client (thin client) and Cisco VXME Agent (HVD)

- Cisco Unified Communications software on the hosted virtual desktop (HVD)

Ensure that all component versions are supported and compatible. The Cisco Jabber for Windows version must match the Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows version. For details, see the "System Requirements" section of the release notes document for this release.

Procedure

Command or Action

Purpose

Step 1

Read Release Notes for Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows for your release, available from Click Here .

Review the important notes for information about limitations or restrictions that may affect your deployment.

Step 2

Read Requirements.

Review the system requirements to confirm that all required hardware and software meet them. Failure to meet all requirements can result in a nonfunctional deployment.

Step 3

Install the VXME components on the thin clients and the hosted virtual desktop. See Install Cisco VXME Components Workflow.

After you install all required software on the HVD, you can clone the HVD.

Step 4

Provide Links to the Documentation.

Provide users with links to the documentation for their Unified Communications clients.

Upgrade Cisco Jabber for Windows

Use this procedure to upgrade to a supported maintenance release of Cisco Jabber for Windows. For supported Cisco Jabber versions, see the "System Requirements" section in the Release Notes for Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows for your release.

Procedure

Step 1

Close Cisco Jabber and ensure that it is not running on the HVD.
Important:
If Cisco Jabber is running during the installation, exit and restart Cisco Jabber to enable virtualization.

Step 2

Install Cisco Jabber.

Upgrade the Citrix Receiver or the VMware Client

If you upgrade the Citrix Receiver or the VMware Horizon Client, and Cisco VXME Client is already installed, perform this procedure to repair Cisco VXME Client.

Before You Begin

Upgrade the Citrix Receiver or the VMware Horizon Client. See the documentation for your Citrix or VMware product.

Procedure

Step 1

Double click the file.

Step 2

To open the executable file, select OK.

Step 3

If the Open File - Security Warning appears, select Run.

Step 4

In the Welcome window, select Next.

Step 5

In the Program Maintenance window, select Repair and then Next.

Step 6

To proceed with repairing the installation, select Install.

Step 7

To complete the installation, select Finish.

Change the Hosted Virtual Desktop Connection Type

Use this procedure if Cisco VXME Client is already installed and you change the connection type as follows:

- Citrix Receiver to VMware Horizon Client

- VMware Horizon Client to Citrix Receiver

Before You Begin

Install the software for the new connection type, either Citrix Receiver or VMware Horizon Client.

Procedure

Step 1

Double click the CiscoVXMEClientSetup.msi file.

Step 2

To open the executable file, select OK.

Step 3

If the Open File–Security Warning appears, select Run.

Step 4

In the Welcome window, select Next.

Step 5

In the Program Maintenance window, select Modify and then Next.

Step 6

In the Custom setup window, select Citrix Client Support or VMware Client Support depending on which you installed and select Next.

Step 7

Step 8

To proceed with modifying the installation, select Install.
Note:
During the modification of Cisco VXME Client, only components that were installed with the previous version are reinstalled.

Step 9

To complete the installation, select Finish.

Chapter 6. Troubleshooting

- Registry Keys

- Verify That Cisco VXME Agent Is Installed

- Confirm the Version of VXME Client

- Call Control Is Lost After a Network Failure

- Call Is Lost After HVD Disconnection

- Problem Report

Registry Keys

The Cisco VXME Client installation program checks to ensure that either the Citrix Receiver or the VMware Horizon Client is already installed on the reused PC. In one of the following registry locations, the InstallFolder string-type registry key must be present:

- For Citrix, the installer searches in HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\Citrix\Install\ICA Client for the path to the Citrix installation.

Example (from an x86 PC): [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Citrix\Install\ICA Client] "InstallFolder"="C:\\Program Files\\Citrix\\ICA Client\\"

- For VMware Horizon, the installer searches in HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\VMware, Inc.\VMware VDM for the path to the VMware installation.

Example (from an x64 PC): [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\Wow6432Node\VMware, Inc.\VMware VDM] "ClientInstallPath"="C:\\Program Files\\VMware\\VMware View\\Client\\"

Verify That Cisco VXME Client Is Running

Use Windows Task Manager to verify that Cisco VXME Client is running.

In a Citrix environment, the VXME processes start when the user signs in to their hosted virtual desktop (HVD). The processes stop when the session ends.

In a VMware environment, the VXME processes start after the user signs in to their HVD and in to Cisco Jabber. The processes stop when the session ends.

Procedure

Step 1

On the thin client desktop, right-click the taskbar and then select Task Manager.

Step 2

On the Processes tab, scroll down and look for the vxc.exe process.

Verify That Cisco VXME Agent Is Installed

You can use the Windows Control Panel to verify that Cisco VXME Agent is installed. You can also verify the version.

Procedure

Step 1

From Control Panel, open Programs and Features (Windows 7) or Programs (Windows 8).

Step 2

Scroll through the list of installed programs to locate Cisco VXME Agent.
The Cisco VXME Agent version appears in the Versions column.

Confirm the Version of VXME Client

Cisco VXME Client appears in the list of installed programs and features.

Procedure

Step 1

On the thin client, open Control Panel > Programs and Features.

Step 2

Scroll down the list and locate Cisco VXME Client.

Step 3

Check the Version column to confirm the version for Cisco VXME Client.

Call Control Is Lost After a Network Failure

Users see a prompt to reconnect to their hosted virtual desktops (HVDs). After the users reconnect, Cisco Jabber call control features do not work.

This problem can occur if the thin client loses network connectivity.

To resolve this issue, have the users exit Cisco Jabber and disconnect from their HVDs. Next they can log back in to their HVDs and sign back in to Cisco Jabber to restore call control.

Call Is Lost After HVD Disconnection

Users receive a prompt to log back in to their hosted virtual desktops (HVD) during an active call, and the call drops. The other party to the call has no indication that the call has ended, except the line is silent.

This issue can occur if the connection between the thin client and the HVD drops, causing a temporary loss of registration and call control.

To work around this issue, users can call the other party back. If the other party is not available, users can send an instant message (IM).

Problem Report

If users encounter a problem with Cisco Jabber, they can create a problem report. If Cisco Jabber encounters a problem and must close, the problem-reporting tool starts automatically, so that the user can create a problem report. Users can also generate a problem report from the Windows Start menu, if Cisco Jabber is not running.

Problem reports include logs from the thin client, the hosted virtual desktop, and any detailed information that users enter. You can use this information to help troubleshoot the issue.

Important:
If there is a problem with the virtual channel, or if Cisco Jabber is not running, the problem report does not include logs from the thin client. For more information, see Virtual Channel Problem.

Tip

Advise users to include a memory dump if Cisco Jabber crashes.

- Virtual Channel Problem

Virtual Channel Problem

If a problem exists with the virtual channel, the problem-reporting tool cannot collect the logs from the thin client. A problem with the virtual channel can cause the Device Selector to not start or to not populate with devices. Cisco Technical Assistance Center (TAC) personnel may instruct you to run the following executable: C:\Program Files (x86)\Cisco Systems\Cisco VXME\CollectCiscoVXMEClientLogs.exe. This executable gathers the logs from the thin client and saves them to the desktop as a CiscoVXMEClient-logs[timestamp].7z file. Users can still use the PRT to gather the logs from the hosted virtual desktop. Submit all logs gathered to TAC.

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Set the Language Code

Use Microsoft Orca to set the language code if you plan to use Group Policy to deploy Cisco VXME Client. Microsoft Orca is available as part of the Microsoft Windows SDK for Windows 7 and .NET Framework 4 that you can download from the Microsoft website.

Before You Begin

Ensure that Microsoft Orca is installed.

Procedure

Step 1

Start Microsoft Orca.

Step 2

Select File > Open.

Step 3

Browse to the location of CiscoVXMEClientSetup.msi.

Step 4

Select CiscoVXMEClientSetup.msi, and then select Open.

Step 5

Select View > Summary Information.

Step 6

Set the Languages field to 1033.

Step 7

Select OK.

Step 8

Select Tools > Options.

Step 9

Select the Database tab.

Step 10

Select Copy embedded streams during 'Save As'.

Step 11

Select Apply, and then select OK.

Step 12

Select File > Save As.

Step 13

Select a location to which to save the modified CiscoVXMEClientSetup.msi file.

Step 14

Specify a name for the modified file, and then select Save.

Related Tasks

Use the Group Policy Editor

Use the Group Policy Editor

Use the Group Policy Management console to deploy Cisco VXME Client to supported thin clients that are running a supported Microsoft Windows operating system.

Important:
All computers or users to which you plan to deploy Cisco VXME Client must be in the same domain.

Before You Begin

- Install and set up the Citrix Receiver or VMware Horizon View Client.

Ensure that you are using a supported version of your Citrix or VMware product. For more information, see Release Notes for Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows for your release.

- Obtain the Cisco VXME Client zip file, and extract the contents.

- Use Microsoft Orca to set the language code to 1033.

- Copy the modified Microsoft Installer (MSI) to a software distribution point for deployment. All computers to which you plan to deploy Cisco VXME Client must be able to access the MSI on the distribution point.

Procedure

Step 1

Select Start > Run.

Step 2

At the prompt, enter the following command: GPMC.msc.

Step 3

Right-click on the appropriate domain in the left section.

Step 4

Select Create a GPO in this Domain, and Link it here.

Step 5

In the New GPO window, Name field, enter a name for the group policy object.

Step 6

Leave the default value or select an option from the Source Starter GPO list, and then select OK.
The new group policy appears in the list of group policies for the domain.

Step 7

Select the group policy object under the domain in the left section.

Step 8

From the Security Filtering section of the Scope tab, select Add.

Step 9

Specify the computers and users to which you want to deploy Cisco VXME Client.

Step 10

Specify the MSI file.

Step 11

Right-click the group policy object in the left section and then select Edit.
The Group Policy Management Editor opens.

Step 12

Select Computer Configuration and then select Policies > Software Settings.

Step 13

Right-click Software Installation and then select New > Package.

Step 14

Next to File Name, enter the location of the MSI file.

Example:\\server\software_distribution
Important: Enter the Uniform Naming Convention (UNC) path for the location of the MSI file. If you do not enter the UNC path, Group Policy cannot deploy Cisco VXME Client.

Step 15

Select the MSI file, and then select Open.

Step 16

In the Deploy Software dialog box, select Assigned, and then select OK.

Set up the Hosted Virtual Desktops Workflow

Important:
Multiple registrations to the Cisco Unified Communications Manager are not supported. To help prevent multiple registrations, we recommend that you create only one hosted virtual desktop (HVD) for each user.

Procedure

Command or Action

Purpose

Step 1

Log in to the Microsoft Windows HVD as the new user, with administration rights.

Step 2

Join the HVD to the corporate domain.

You must have domain administration rights.

Step 3

Set up Citrix or VMware access to the HVDs.

Step 4

Install Cisco VXME Agent on the HVD.

Step 5

Install Cisco Jabber on the HVD.

See the installation guide for your release: Click Here

Step 6

Clone the HVD image.

For best practices for cloning Microsoft Windows HVD images, consult the documentation for your Citrix or VMware product.

Install Cisco VXME Components Workflow

Important:
The Cisco Jabber for Windows version must match the Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows version. See the "System Requirements" section of the release notes documentation for your Virtualization Experience Media Edition (VXME) release.

Procedure

Command or Action

Purpose

Step 1

Download Cisco VXME Client.

Step 2

Download Cisco VXME Agent.

Step 3

On the thin client, install Cisco VXME Client. See Cisco VXME Client Installation.

Step 4

On the HVD, uninstall any previously installed Cisco VXME Agent and Cisco Unified Communications clients, such as Cisco Jabber, or Cisco UC Integration™ for Microsoft Lync.

Step 5

On the HVD: Install Cisco VXME Agent.

Step 6

On the HVD, install Cisco Jabber.

Install Cisco VXME Components Workflow

Important:
The Cisco Jabber for Windows version must match the Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows version. See the "System Requirements" section of the release notes documentation for your Virtualization Experience Media Edition (VXME) release.

Procedure

Command or Action

Purpose

Step 1

Download Cisco VXME Client.

Step 2

Download Cisco VXME Agent.

Step 3

On the thin client, install Cisco VXME Client. See Cisco VXME Client Installation.

Step 4

On the HVD, uninstall any previously installed Cisco VXME Agent and Cisco Unified Communications clients, such as Cisco Jabber, or Cisco UC Integration™ for Microsoft Lync.

Step 5

On the HVD: Install Cisco VXME Agent.

Step 6

On the HVD, install Cisco Jabber.

Related Tasks

Deployment and Installation Workflow

Deployment and Installation Workflow

Important:
Ensure that all component versions are supported and compatible. The Cisco Jabber for Windows version must match the Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows version. For details, see the "System Requirements" section of the release notes document for this release.

Procedure

Command or Action

Purpose

Step 1

Read Release Notes for Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition for Windows for your release, available from Click Here .

Review the important notes for information about limitations or restrictions that may affect your deployment.

Step 2

Read Requirements.

Review the system requirements to confirm that all required hardware and software meet them. Failure to meet all requirements can result in a nonfunctional deployment.

Step 3

Create and set up the hosted virtual desktops in the data center.

Ensure that a hosted virtual desktop (HVD) is ready for you to install Cisco Virtualization Experience Media Edition (VXME).

Step 4

Set up and configure the thin clients. Documentation for thin clients is available from the original equipment manufacturer (OEM).

Step 5

Configure the Network. See also, Port Requirements.

Configure important network settings.

Step 6

Set up Users on the Cisco Unified Communications Manager Workflow.

- Add users and devices on the Cisco Unified Communications Manager.

- Set up users on the Cisco Unified Communications Manager with Unified Communications features, such as Cisco Unified Communications Manager IM and Presence and WebEx integration.

Step 7

Install the Cisco VXME components on the thin clients and the hosted virtual desktop. See Install Cisco VXME Components Workflow.

After you install all required software on the HVD, you can clone the HVD.

Step 8

Provide Links to the Documentation.

Provide users with links to the documentation for their Unified Communications clients.

Related Tasks

Set up the Hosted Virtual Desktops Workflow

Set up the Hosted Virtual Desktops Workflow

Important:
Multiple registrations to the Cisco Unified Communications Manager are not supported. To help prevent multiple registrations, we recommend that you create only one hosted virtual desktop (HVD) for each user.

Procedure

Command or Action

Purpose

Step 1

Log in to the Microsoft Windows HVD as the new user, with administration rights.

Step 2

Join the HVD to the corporate domain.

You must have domain administration rights.

Step 3

Set up Citrix or VMware access to the HVDs.

Step 4

Install Cisco VXME Agent on the HVD.

Step 5

Install Cisco Jabber on the HVD.

See the installation guide for your release: Click Here

Step 6

Clone the HVD image.

For best practices for cloning Microsoft Windows HVD images, consult the documentation for your Citrix or VMware product.