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Located on the factory floor, these low-power devices run a secure, minimalist operating system (like Simatic ITC or a Linux-based thin OS) used solely to connect to the central VM via Remote Desktop Services (RDS) or virtual desktop protocols. Core Benefits of Implementing SVC 1. Reduced Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)

: Technologies like the SIMATIC S7-1500V allow users to deploy hardware-independent controllers as Industrial Edge apps, further enabling software-defined automation. Industrial Use Cases siemens virtual client

Large modeling projects can be managed on centralized servers, reducing the need for expensive, high-spec workstations for every employee. Data Security and Management: Located on the factory floor, these low-power devices

In the age of ransomware and state-sponsored cyberattacks, protecting the production network is paramount. With SVC, no sensitive engineering data resides on the endpoint. If a thin client is stolen or compromised, there is zero data leakage. Furthermore, USB ports can be centrally managed, preventing unauthorized code or malware uploads to PLCs. Industrial Use Cases Large modeling projects can be

The Power of the Digital Twin: Revolutionizing Manufacturing with Siemens Virtual Client Technology

A decouples critical industrial software applications—such as Operator Stations (OS), Engineering Stations (ES), and Batch clients—from physical hardware to optimize reliability and scalability. By running these components within isolated virtual machines (VMs) hosted on central servers, industrial plants can significantly lower lifecycle costs, simplify patch management, and enforce strict Zero Trust cybersecurity architectures.

These act as the virtual clients. They are pre-installed with SIMATIC PCS 7