- Updated Citrix Workspace App to version 2508.
- Updated Omnissa Horizon Client to version 2512, and improved Omnissa custom parameter handling.
- Update Chromium Browser to version 147.
- Expanded Linux kernel driver supports improving compatibility with Wi-Fi adapters, touchscreens, keyboards, and mice.
- Prioritized USB headset mic and speakers over webcam mic and standard USB speakers.
- Improved overall network reliability by enhancing Wi-Fi scanning under heavy device load and improving Wi-Fi/Ethernet connection handling for easier troubleshooting and maintenance.
- Added support for Wi-Fi networks with SSIDs encoded in ISO-8859-1 (e.g., Western European accented characters).
- Display connected Wi-Fi AP MAC address in the system tray when verbose logging is enabled.
- Enhanced Wi-Fi scan combo box to auto-select based on matching SSID and connected AP MAC address.
- Adopted scancode keyboard mode to improve non-English keyboard input compatibility in the Citrix Workspace app.
- Sorted time zone listing in the proper order, based on UTC offsets and display names.
- Enhanced GUI styling for tabs and widgets.
- Added UPN-format username support for RDP logins.
- Enhanced vCAST streaming with VLC Player for improved stability during extended and repeated playback in both vSpace and RDP sessions.
- Eliminated black artifacts during YouTube playback with vCAST in RDP sessions using RemoteFX (RDP8).
- Improved the Setup Wizard with cosmetic UI enhancements.
- Improved VNC functionality to remain usable even when no monitor is attached.
- Enhanced the device administrator password dialog so pressing Enter after password entry now unlocks the Setup UI.
- Added support for adjusting local Chromium browser viewport zoom via a custom parameter.
--zooming-viewport=<value>
Example (Chromium viewport zoom at 150%):
--zooming-viewport=2.22
Viewport Zoom percentage (%)
| 50%
| 67%
| 75%
| 80%
| 90%
| 100%
| 110%
| 125%
| 150%
| 175%
| 200%
|
Custom param value
| -3.8
| -2.2
| -1.57
| -1.22
| -0.57
| Do not use this custom parameter
| 0.52
| 1.22
| 2.22
| 3.06
| 3.8
|
- RXFIVE-455 - Fixed an issue where Chromium did not automatically open .ica files, preventing Citrix resources from launching in some environments.
- RXFIVE-474 - Resolved an issue that prevented static DNS and static IP address settings from being applied.
- RXFIVE-256 - Resolved an issue where USB memory sticks were not detected in Omnissa Horizon session.
- RXFIVE-456 - Resolved an issue where timezone mappings were not handled correctly in xfreerdp.
- RXFIVE-459 - Resolved an issue where AVD RemoteApps could unexpectedly close when Desktop Session Placement was set to Secondary without a secondary display connected.
- RXFIVE-478 - Resolved an issue where the AVD session could unexpectedly terminate in dual-display mirror mode when Desktop Session Placement was set to Secondary.
- RXFIVE-474 - Addressed incorrect mouse coordinate mapping in vSpace sessions when using Mirror Mode.
- RXFIVE-400 - Resolved an issue preventing the Ctrl+F keyboard shortcut from working within vSpace session.
- RXFIVE-482 - Resolved an issue where the vSpace manual server combo box, including server history, was not refreshed after the device received a profile from PMC.
- RXFIVE-360 - Fixed an issue where the RX540 thin client displayed an incorrect device name in vSpace Console, which prevented remote configuration changes.
- RXFIVE-420 - Fixed issue where quotation marks in UDS client password caused failures in AVD silent mode connection.
- RXFIVE-402/RXFIVE-403 - Resolved RemoteApp UX issues in RDP and AVD sessions affecting minimize, restore, maximize, and window dragging.
- RXFIVE-365 -Resolved an issue where postponed firmware updates from PMC did not start after signing off from VDI or local apps.
- RXFIVE-422 – Fixed Wi-Fi connection failure when SSID contains special or non-ASCII characters.
- RXFIVE-469 - Fixed an issue where a failed SCEP certificate renewal could cause the device certificate and private key to become mismatched, resulting certificate login failures.
- RXFIVE-367 - Fixed an issue where the SCEP certificate renewal failed when the 'keep old private key' option was not selected.
- RXFIVE-361 - Resolved client-side settings not preserved when selecting SCEP certificate sources in Wi-Fi Enterprise 802.1X configuration.
- RXFIVE-398 - Resolved an issue where mouse movement would wake the device from sleep mode. The device now wakes only when the power button is pressed.
ABOUT THIS 6.7.1 OFFICIAL RELEASE
New features introduced in version 6.7.1:
- Added support for Omnissa Horizon Client v25.03, including both Blast and PCoIP protocols.
- Added support for Philips SpeechMike, a professional dictation microphone used in healthcare, legal, and business settings, now supported in RDP and Citrix sessions.
- SCEP (Simple Certificate Enrollment Protocol) support:
- Added support for automated certificate enrollment to obtain Certification Authority and client certificates. Available under Settings > Security > SCEP.
- 802.1x certificate-based authentication with SCEP-obtained certificates:
- Enabled use of SCEP-obtained client certificates for 802.1x Ethernet and Wi-Fi authentication with TLS method.
- SCEP root CA support for VDI clients and other applications:
- SCEP-obtained root CA certificates are now added to main trusted root certificate store and can be used by VDI clients (e.g., Citrix Workspace app and Omnissa Horizon client) and by other applications (e.g., Chromium).
- Ability to customize the device name format using prefix, body, and suffix.
- UDS Enterprise Client Support (v. 4.0):
- Added support for Virtual Cable UDS Enterprise client. Includes Microsoft Teams optimization when using the AVD client type in RDP settings.
New enhancements introduced in version 6.7.1:
- Citrix Workspace App upgraded to version 2411.
- Microsoft Teams optimization is now supported in AVD sessions when using H.264 acceleration.
- VERDE VDI Client upgraded; supports Microsoft Teams optimization with AVD client type.
- Added support for Jabra headsets with base units, including call control and audio routing in FreeRDP sessions; requires audio configuration via the generic USB redirection policy.
- Enabled AVD client support for web-based RDP sessions, including Microsoft Teams optimization.
- Improved AVC444/H.264 hardware decoding for RDP sessions.
- vCAST Web Streaming improved for faster video loading, higher resolution, and better stability for vSpace and RDP sessions.
- Supports RDP connections to RD Session Hosts that do not enforce Network Level Authentication (NLA), initiated via web browser
- On-Screen Keyboard Enhancements: Customizable docking position, size, and theme under "Keyboard and Mouse" settings.
- Added support for Japanese IME keyboard input.
- Added firmware recovery support.
- Troubleshooting File Enhancements:
- Organized logs into sub-directories by VDI type (RDS, AVD, vSpace, VERDE, etc.).
- Added search functionality in the "Show Logs" UI.
Issues fixed in version 6.7.1:
- RXFIVE-354: Resolved a critical issue causing continuous flickering on the AVD login screen.
- RXFIVE-355: Resolved a backward compatibility issue between the VERDE Client and VERDE VDI version 8.2.8.
- RXFIVE-335: Fixed a problem where IPsec/L2TP VPN connections failed to establish.
- RXFIVE-311: Fixed an issue where the taskbar remained visible issue during dual-display RDP sessions.
- RXFIVE-284- Addressed a failure occurring on initial resource launch following authentication with Citrix Storebrowse.
- RXFIVE-282 -Fixed an issue where DNS settings from OpenVPN were not applied.
- RXFIVE-253 - Resolved UI refresh issue on RX500 when the secondary HDMI is disconnected in dual display mode.
- RXFIVE-268 – Fixed an issue where changing the device hostname in the GUI was not reflected in the client OS
- RXFIVE-331: Resolved an issue where Japanese and Chinese IMEs were not functioning properly.
Note: Refer to the additional notes section for more information about the configuration of the new features.
Tips:
- Enable H.264/AVC 444 graphics mode in RDP, AVD and Windows 365 sessions to provide the best user experience. Please refer to this KB article for the setup.
- For Microsoft Teams (audio/video) optimization in AVD, Windows 365, and RDP sessions, Remote Desktop WebRTC Redirector version 1.50 or higher must be used. The latest version can be found on the Microsoft website here. The WebRTC Redirector Service is a component that helps optimize the Microsoft Teams experience on Windows AVD and Windows 365.
Important notes:
- If you plan to use the RX540 or RX580 thin client to connect to vSpace Pro Enterprise sessions (separate vSpace connection license required), ensure that the vSpace Pro Enterprise software is upgraded to version 12.9.2 or higher. Versions prior to 12.9.2 will not recognize the new RX540 and RX580 client IDs, potentially leading to unexpected vSpace disconnections.
ABOUT PREVIOUS 6.3.8 OFFICIAL RELEASE
New improvements introduced in firmware version 6.3.8:
- Improved picture quality for both RDP and AVD sessions when client side H.264 hardware acceleration is used.
- Screensaver options including displaying a static image, a hopping image, and locking the screen.
- Enhanced screen lock to continue to stay locked after hot-plugging a HDMI display.
Issues fixed in version 6.3.8:
- RXFIVE-253 – HDMI hot-plug UI refresh issue on the secondary display.
- RXFIVE-251 – Occasional freezes of AVD sessions during Teams video calls.
- RXFIVE-252 – Teams call camera preview displayed in the wrong position when the secondary display is positioned on the left of the primary display.
- RXFIVE-241 – Power Button action to disable 'Enable power button pop-up windows' checkbox has no effect.
- RXFIVE-240 – In AVD session, the screen appears reduced instead of full screen when desktop scaling factor is set to 150% or more.
- RXFIVE-239 – Display discoloration and flickering in RDP sessions when using RDP 10 to connect to Windows host with GPU.
- RXFIVE-238 – Temporary device freeze until IP address is obtained after connecting the Ethernet cable.
- RXFIVE-237 – Moving windows in local desktop is laggy at 4K resolution.
- RXFIVE-225 – AVD black screen on the primary screen in dual display setup when a combination of "Bottom Alignment" and different resolutions are used.