Siemens Virtual Client Updated May 2026

The Siemens virtual client concept primarily refers to SIMATIC Virtualization as a Service (SIVaaS)

Reduces administrative costs by merging several systems onto one server. Hardware Independence siemens virtual client

Should you deploy a Siemens Virtual Client today?
Yes—if you manage more than 5 engineering workstations or struggle with plant floor PC failures. Start small: virtualize one TIA Portal instance for a pilot group of three engineers. Measure the time saved on software updates and license transfers. The numbers will speak for themselves. The Siemens virtual client concept primarily refers to

  1. The SIEMENS Virtualization Server: A rack-mounted industrial server (often from the SIMATIC IPC series) equipped with multi-core Xeon processors and enterprise GPUs.
  2. The Connection Broker: Software that manages user authentication and assigns them to the correct virtual machine (VM) housing their specific Siemens licenses.
  3. The Thin Client (Endpoint): A low-power, fanless device (e.g., a SIMATIC Field PG with ThinClient OS or a third-party Wyse device) that simply streams the display protocol (PCoIP, RDP, or Blast).