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vDisk6 Cloud Desktop Release Notes
What's new in the current version of vDisk6: physical desktops, virtual desktops, the boot menu, the console, and the server are all covered, for Windows and Linux terminals alike.
Current version6.1.61Stable
Release date2026-10-24
New features102items
Improvements and fixes97items
Highlights
6.1.61 is the current stable version of vDisk6. This version puts physical and virtual desktops under one management: shared desktop templates, shared desktop pools, and the same vDX client for remote connection. It adds terminal controls, direct image transfer between terminals, and a set of bulk terminal configuration tools; it also improves terminal disk performance and image delivery efficiency, and supports pure network boot, sign-in management, SM-standard encrypted transfer, and vGPU graphics.
Physical and virtual desktops converged
Desktop templates are shared, so one desktop pool can hold physical terminals and virtual desktops together.
vDX Remote Desktop
Both physical and virtual desktops can be reached remotely with the vDX client, with SM-standard encryption, sound, clipboard, files, and USB devices.
Workstation Usage Management
Students sign in on a terminal, sign in by scanning a code in the mobile app, and have sign-in records counted and exported; labs can be limited by timetable, and sessions end automatically after class.
Terminal control
Data pass-through folders, external traffic limits, remote lock, browsing records, a USB storage allowlist, and anti-theft lock, applied to all terminals, a group, or a single machine.
Peer-to-peer image transfer
Terminals can transfer images directly to each other without going through the server, sending the whole disk or only the updated part.
Pure network boot
Terminals can boot into a desktop from the network without a local hard disk, and swapping a network card needs no reinstall.
Full release notes199 items in all, grouped by module
New102 itemsImproved52 itemsFixed45 items
Virtual desktops and desktop pools32 items22 new5 improved5 fixed
- NewPhysical and virtual desktops share one desktop template
- NewVirtual machines and virtual machine templates can be converted into desktop templates in one click
- NewNew templates support Windows 11
- NewWhile installing a system in a template you can power on, shut down, and force restart directly
- NewCreate virtual desktops in bulk from a template, with both restore and keep modes
- NewDesktop pools are either fixed-assignment or pool-assignment, and users get a desktop automatically at sign-in
- NewOne desktop pool can hold physical terminals and virtual desktops at once
- NewPhysical terminals can be put into a desktop pool for fixed assignment
- NewAdded desktop booking and booking approval
- NewAdded a "Get started" wizard that initializes this machine in one click
- NewAdded virtual network management, supporting internal networks, NAT, and VLAN
- NewEach virtual desktop can have its own hardware configuration
- NewA single virtual desktop can be given its own vGPU
- NewSupports vGPU split from integrated graphics that outputs the desktop picture directly
- NewVirtual desktops get 3D acceleration and boot resolution settings
- NewStorage pools can be created directly from the server's local disks
- NewVirtual desktops support bulk power on and off, restore, delete, and start at boot
- NewInstall drivers and the client on virtual desktops in one click
- NewDesktops can switch pools directly, and a new pool can be created on the spot when creating a desktop
- NewSupports common VDI terminal boxes connecting to virtual desktops
- NewScreen watermark content can be customized
- NewUSB drive and printing switches in data-out controls now take effect properly
- ImprovedWhen a desktop pool is authorized by group, subgroups are included
- ImprovedDesktops are reclaimed automatically after use, and users can return them themselves
- ImprovedAutomatic queuing during boot rushes
- ImprovedDeleting a virtual machine needs confirmation, and delete protection can be turned on
- ImprovedServers with less memory can run more virtual desktops
- FixedFixed desktops stuck on "Starting" or "Shutting down"
- FixedFixed desktop pools authorized by group not assigning any desktop
- FixedFixed several people signing in at once being given the same desktop
- FixedFixed virtual machine management occasionally failing to list virtual machines
- FixedFixed black screen and lag on desktops using split integrated graphics
vDX remote desktop and client24 items14 new5 improved5 fixed
- NewThe in-house remote desktop protocol and client are named vDX
- NewAdded a cloud desktop web portal, so desktops open right in the browser
- NewAdded the vDX Windows client, which installs itself on first run
- NewThe web portal can open a desktop with the client in one click
- NewThe web portal supports a bound domain and appearance customization
- NewThe web portal can download the Linux vDX client directly
- NewPhysical desktops can be reached remotely with the vDX client
- NewvDX remote desktop supports SM-standard encryption
- NewTransfer encryption can be set per desktop and per desktop pool
- NewSupports hardware encoding on the server GPU
- NewSupports sound, clipboard, and two-way file transfer
- NewFiles copied on the local machine can be pasted straight into the desktop
- NewLocal USB devices can be attached to the desktop
- NewThe vDX client supports multiple languages, remembering passwords, volume control, and fixed resolution
- ImprovedWhen bandwidth is short it lowers picture quality first, so the picture no longer stutters
- ImprovedOnce the picture is still, a lossless frame is sent automatically so text is clearer
- ImprovedReconnects automatically after a network drop, with clearer error messages
- ImprovedDesktop scaling follows the local display scaling
- ImprovedThe vDX client interface has been redesigned
- FixedFixed picture quality not recovering for a long time after packet loss
- FixedFixed disconnects and reconnects when the picture changes sharply
- FixedFixed the picture freezing after the desktop resolution changed
- FixedFixed missing sound after network fluctuations
- FixedFixed the client crashing on some stripped-down Windows editions
Workstation Usage Management20 items13 new5 improved2 fixed
- NewSign-in management is back: sign-in, sign-in terminals, and sign-in records
- NewSign-in records can be counted and exported, with course information
- NewSupports signing in by scanning a code in the mobile app and recovering passwords by scanning a code
- NewAfter sign-in, the personal network drive and virtual desktop are signed in automatically
- NewStudents can be limited by timetable to sign in only in the lab where their class is
- NewSupports automatic sign-out after class and bulk sign-out
- NewAfter sign-out the machine can restart, shut down, or log off automatically
- NewUsers can change their own passwords while signed in
- NewFirst sign-in guides binding the mobile app
- NewAn unused sign-in page can shut the machine down automatically
- NewNew sign-in lock screen, shared by Windows and Linux terminals
- NewThe sign-in and lock screens add restart and shut down buttons
- NewThe mobile app can show my sign-in info and supports sign-in and sign-out notifications
- ImprovedAfter a network loss or restart during a session, it reconnects automatically with no sign-in again
- ImprovedThe small sign-in window shows department and time online, and no longer stays on top all the time
- ImprovedThe sign-in screen title shows the group by default
- ImprovedMore stable when many terminals sign in or scan codes at once
- ImprovedAfter a restart with no server connection, the machine is allowed or locked per the back-end setting
- FixedFixed the small sign-in window not showing on some Linux desktops
- FixedFixed locked terminals being unlocked after a restart
Terminal performance and compatibility13 items2 new8 improved3 fixed
- NewMemory read cache is back and supports differencing disks
- NewLinux terminals can obtain IP addresses automatically
- ImprovedDifferencing image boot and reads are faster
- ImprovedLocal cache disk reads and writes on Windows terminals are tuned again
- ImprovedLocal cache disk reads and writes on Linux terminals are faster
- ImprovedLocal cache disk data is safer after an abnormal power loss
- ImprovedWindows terminals support reclaiming local cache disk space
- ImprovedDisk reads and writes are steadier when terminal memory is tight
- ImprovedThe Windows disk driver is compatible with "Memory integrity"
- ImprovedThe Linux disk driver supports more distributions
- FixedFixed occasional freezes when terminal memory fills up
- FixedFixed inaccurate memory read cache hit statistics
- FixedFixed the disk driver hanging when the cache device is opened again
Boot menu and network boot12 items3 new5 improved4 fixed
- NewAdded pure network boot, so terminals need no local hard disk
- NewSupports swapping network cards without reinstalling
- NewAdded a standalone deployment USB drive, so deployment works offline without a server
- ImprovedNetwork boot is steadier when another DHCP server is on the same subnet
- ImprovedOn multi-NIC terminals, only the boot NIC gets an address at boot
- ImprovedUEFI terminals automatically put the local hard disk first in the boot order
- ImprovedThe shortcut to view the boot menu requires the admin password
- ImprovedNetwork boot is off by default and is turned on from the console settings
- FixedClearing the cache takes effect on the spot while a terminal sits at the boot menu
- FixedFixed the boot menu occasionally missing a system
- FixedFixed legacy BIOS terminals failing to boot after sync was turned on
- FixedFixed wrong help text on some password pages of the boot menu
Image download, upload, and update16 items3 new7 improved6 fixed
- NewAdded "Reclaim space" to recover leftover space on terminal cache disks
- NewAdded "Sync from disk file", for syncing after a disk is expanded externally
- NewAdded image expansion
- ImprovedTransfers are steadier when several terminals download the same image at once
- ImprovedImage delivery compression is on by default on new server installs
- ImprovedSystem update downloads can resume after an interruption
- ImprovedImage upload supports resuming from a breakpoint
- ImprovedWhile some terminals are downloading, others can still enter an update
- ImprovedWhen a download fails, the reason is shown in the console, boot menu, and elsewhere
- ImprovedWhile a template is edited online the image doesn't change, and cancelling discards the changes
- FixedFixed the version number not increasing after a template's online edit is confirmed
- FixedFixed images whose names differ only in case overwriting each other
- FixedFixed update uploads stopping halfway on Windows terminals
- FixedFixed a new terminal's first download stalling at "Connecting to node"
- FixedFixed terminal downloads stuck on "Source disk is merging" after a data disk update
- FixedFixed ARM64 terminals and some older terminals failing to update automatically
endpointuse13 items3 new2 improved8 fixed
- NewUpdating a desktop from the web console can update the data disk at the same time
- NewAdded a terminal maintenance tool that fixes being unable to leave learning mode
- NewThe maintenance recovery disk adds a disc version
- ImprovedThe desktop client's interface language follows the system
- ImprovedThe lock screen shows progress during update downloads
- FixedFixed occasional blue screens at boot on some Win10 terminals
- FixedFixed learning mode not ending
- FixedFixed Event Viewer and Disk Management not opening on newer Windows 11
- FixedFixed lag during long writes to a network data disk
- FixedFixed a local data disk changed to read-write still being restored after a restart
- FixedFixed the client occasionally quitting at boot on Linux terminals
- FixedFixed boot lock screen and idle lock screen not taking effect
- FixedFixed inaccurate terminal time after "Sync time" is turned on
Terminal control and bulk configuration13 items13 new
- NewAdded terminal controls: data pass-through folders, external traffic limits, remote lock, and browsing records
- NewTerminals can transfer images directly to each other without going through the server
- NewThe console can show transfer tasks and run transfer speed tests
- NewSwitch systems in one click while running
- NewAdded disk and drive letter schemes, which can be carried along when transferring images
- NewPhysical disks and cloud desktop disks can be converted to each other's purpose
- NewPhysical desktops support screen watermarks set by group
- NewAdded a USB storage allowlist and peripheral information lookup
- NewPeripheral management adds read-only USB drives and a one-click disable for everything except keyboard and mouse
- NewAdded one-click external network disable and anti-theft network-loss lock
- NewAdded silent software delivery
- NewSpreadsheet-based bulk terminal configuration, with seat numbers and import and export
- NewScan a code with your phone to see device information, and scan one after another to configure in bulk
Console22 items12 new6 improved4 fixed
- NewAdded "Desktop notice", replacing the old desktop sidebar
- NewAdded interface personalization
- NewAdded a web terminal for managing Linux servers in the browser
- NewVirtual desktops get a service settings page where many settings take effect immediately
- NewScheduled tasks can now run hourly and yearly
- NewAdded email sending settings and a send log
- NewThe data dashboard adds server information, assets, and operation plans
- NewThe service management page shows server information
- NewAdded a local client for the management platform
- NewThe service management page adds "Clear cache"
- NewHardware configuration, hardware changes, and software runtime statistics can be exported to Excel
- NewThe desktop pool disk list shows actual usage
- Improved"Deliver desktop" can deliver a data disk on its own
- ImprovedThe main menu is split into "Physical desktops" and "Virtual desktops"
- ImprovedBulk terminal settings only send the items that changed
- ImprovedAfter clearing terminal caches, each machine is reported with its actual result
- ImprovedTerminal online status is steadier and abnormal terminals are judged more accurately
- ImprovedMobile code sign-in now uses the app's own code
- FixedFixed text being hard to read in the dark theme
- FixedFixed English messages appearing in the Chinese interface
- FixedFixed bulk settings copying the first terminal's settings onto the others
- FixedFixed the "delete file" command deleting a directory by mistake
Timetable and scheduling6 items3 new1 improved2 fixed
- NewThe timetable module is redesigned: scheduling, labs, classes, terms, and daily schedules
- NewThe scheduling page adds a week view and import and export
- NewAdded timetable sync, which can connect to the school's academic system
- ImprovedThe scheduling and class pages can filter out problem lessons in one click
- FixedFixed the timetable being cleared when timetable sync fails
- FixedFixed wrong timetable decisions under some odd/even week notations
Server and installation12 items5 new4 improved3 fixed
- NewAdded an Ubuntu 24.04 server offline installation package
- NewThe offline package includes common kernel drivers, so setup works even without a network
- NewInitialization turns on integrated-graphics virtualization and hardware encoding components automatically
- NewA whole room that has shut down can be woken remotely through a relay box
- NewThe Linux server adds an "Admin console" entry
- ImprovedServer load drops noticeably with many terminals
- ImprovedAfter a server kernel upgrade, the matching driver is used automatically
- ImprovedThe server collects terminal logs by default
- ImprovedInstaller version numbers are unified as 6.x
- FixedFixed the Linux server's built-in DHCP not handing out addresses
- FixedFixed terminals wrongly showing offline after the boot service restarts
- FixedFixed console remote desktop not working on the Linux server
Classroom software and personal network drive8 items5 new1 improved2 fixed
- NewClassroom software is now a top-level console menu, with a new file library
- NewTeachers' courseware, assignments, and grades can be saved on the server and come back automatically on a new machine
- NewThe personal network drive supports user self-registration
- NewThe personal network drive adds shared spaces, monitoring statistics, and a storage directory
- NewThe personal network drive supports user quotas and permissions, and sending to groups
- ImprovedThe personal network drive client has a new interface
- FixedFixed the personal network drive client not connecting to the server
- FixedFixed the network drive login failing when the passphrase has special characters
AI assistant and mobile app8 items4 new3 improved1 fixed
- NewThe AI assistant has a built-in error code troubleshooting manual
- NewThe AI assistant can recognize screenshots and images
- NewThe mobile app supports scanning a code to sign in to the personal network drive
- NewThe mobile app's door access panel adds restoring card-swipe opening
- ImprovedThe AI assistant's default large model is upgraded
- ImprovedThe AI assistant explains the consequences first for high-risk operations
- ImprovedScanning a code in the mobile app goes straight to the matching page
- FixedFixed missing notifications in the mobile app for completed downloads and bulk wake-ups
How to get the new version
This section is release notes only and doesn't offer installer downloads. Upgrades are arranged by us or your reseller to suit your site.
- Customers under maintenanceRequest the installer from us or your reseller to upgrade.
- New customersContact us or a reseller for installation and trial services.
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