How to Build Your Own Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS)
Replace Parallels Remote Application Server (RAS) with a custom build. Flexible virtual application and desktop delivery solution that empowers organizations to work securely from anywhere, on any device
Build Difficulty: 4/5
A few focused days to build a solid replacement
Estimated Timeline
Based on 47 features at Few Days difficulty, expect about 3-5 days with AI-assisted development.
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Key Features to Replicate
Top features across 8 categories. See all 47 features
Security(6 features)
Enhance authentication security with built-in MFA
Meet stringent security standards with FIPS-140-2 support
Integrated Let's Encrypt certificate management to safeguard and encrypt user connections without costly third-party certificates
User-friendly gateway functionality included at no additional licensing cost for secure external access
Ensure SSL/TLS 1.3 secured user sessions with full encryption
+1 more in this category
Hypervisor Support(4 features)
Deploy on Microsoft Hyper-V hypervisor
Deploy on Nutanix hypervisor
Deploy on Scale hypervisor
Deploy on VMware ESX hypervisor
Cloud Integration(3 features)
Deploy and manage Parallels RAS directly from AWS Marketplace
Customize AVD workloads directly within Parallels RAS administration console with support for Windows 10/11 multi-session and Teams redirection
Deploy Parallels RAS as IaaS on Azure or select directly from Azure Marketplace
Monitoring & Compliance(3 features)
Self-contained logging system to record actions by administrators and end-users including configuration changes, login details with IP addresses and timestamps
Built-in reporting and monitoring capabilities for infrastructure oversight
Streamline troubleshooting of user issues with easy access to data and reports; enhance post-activity research and compliance efforts
Support(3 features)
Phone, email and remote support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year with global support staff
Priority response times for critical issues
Unlimited number of support requests with no regional boundaries
Administration(2 features)
Manage and deploy virtual apps and desktops across multiple sites and data centers without switching consoles
Single console for all administrative tasks including app/desktop management, image handling, reporting, gateway, load balancing, access control, and authentication
App Deployment(2 features)
Built-in App-V for app deployment automation
Built-in functionality for MSIX App Attach app deployment automation
Client Support(2 features)
Enable access to virtual apps and desktops without device or browser restrictions
Parallels client available for Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, and web (HTML5)
Cost Calculator
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