Access high-performance cloud desktops securely from your existing Citrix-compatible zero clients, over WAN, without replacing hardware.
750+ Ratings
Legacy zero client environments tied to on-premises Citrix servers are increasingly difficult to maintain. Aging data center hardware, limited GPU capacity, and the inability to support WAN-based remote users leave IT teams stuck between costly refreshes and growing user demands.
Ace Cloud Hosting delivers managed Citrix DaaS (Desktop as a Service) for zero client environments, connecting your existing Citrix-compatible zero clients directly to high-performance cloud desktops over WAN, no VPN, no hardware swap, no disruption. Users get:
Trusted Citrix Technology, Delivered by Ace Cloud Hosting for a Superior VDI Experience
Designed for organizations running Citrix-compatible zero clients, we deliver everything needed for a secure, manageable, and high-performance cloud desktop experience.
Connects zero clients via native HDX/ICA or the Citrix Workspace app, no endpoint hardware changes are needed.
Direct internet connection over HTTPS/443. No VPN needed; remote users get full in-office HDX performance.
GPU runs in the cloud, streams via HDX. No local GPU required, supports CAD, 3D, and video workloads.
Nothing is written to the zero client. Clipboard restrictions and session policies eliminate endpoint data exposure.
Manage all sessions, policies, software, and access controls from one Citrix Cloud console.
Granular per-user permissions for apps, drives, and printers, enforced at the session level via Citrix policies.
All locations connect to the same Citrix environment via WAN, no separate on-prem infrastructure per branch.
MFA, encryption, anti-keylogging, and screen capture blocking, fully isolated zero client sessions.
High-IOPS storage co-located with compute, eliminates VPN latency to remote file servers.
New desktops live in minutes. Revoke access instantly. No device collection or local data wipe is needed.
Scale vCPU, RAM, and GPU per workload, supports seasonal spikes and new sites without hardware procurement.
We handle full Citrix DaaS, licensing, patching, and monitoring. Your IT team manages users, not infrastructure.
Not all zero clients are compatible with every VDI platform. Our managed environment runs on Citrix, so your device must meet the following requirements to connect. Our team will validate your specific hardware during onboarding at no cost.
Native Citrix-optimized firmware (IGEL OS, Dell ThinOS, HP ThinPro, Stratodesk NoTouch) OR supports Citrix Workspace app installation.
Device OS or firmware must allow Citrix Workspace app (formerly Citrix Receiver) installation. Proprietary locked firmware is NOT supported.
Device must reach our Citrix Gateway over the internet. LAN-only or on-prem-only configurations require network changes before using.
Minimum 10 Mbps per user for standard workloads. 25+ Mbps recommended for GPU or graphics-intensive sessions.
Supported brands and firmware
IGEL OS-powered devices - natively supports Citrix Workspace app and HDX.
Dell Wyse ThinOS - verify version supports current Workspace app.
HP ThinPro / HP t-series - supports Citrix Workspace app installation.
Stratodesk NoTouch OS - Linux-based, Citrix-compatible firmware with full HDX support.
10ZiG thin/zero clients - many models support Citrix HDX and Workspace app.
Atrust zero clients - Citrix-compatible firmware available on select models.
What is not supported
Proprietary firmware that cannot install Citrix Workspace app.
RDP-only thin clients — no Citrix HDX/ICA support.
Devices that cannot reach a Citrix Gateway over WAN.
VMware Horizon-only zero clients (Blast/PCoIP — no HDX).
Amazon WorkSpaces zero clients (PCoIP-only firmware).
Move your existing Citrix-compatible zero clients to a managed cloud VDI environment and eliminate on-premises server dependency.
On-premises Citrix setups that power zero client environments face a common set of problems as infrastructure ages. Ace Cloud Hosting’s managed DaaS eliminates each one without requiring endpoint replacement.
Cloud-Hosted Citrix Infrastructure
Shift your Citrix backend entirely to our managed cloud. Your zero clients continue connecting via HDX, only the server they talk to changes. No endpoint reconfiguration is needed.
Software version conflicts break workflows across departments and sites.
Cloud-Hosted Citrix Infrastructure
Shift your Citrix backend entirely to our managed cloud. Your zero clients continue connecting via HDX, only the server they talk to changes. No endpoint reconfiguration is needed.
Most on-prem Citrix setups have limited or no GPU capacity.
Instant Provisioning
Our cloud VDI infrastructure includes dedicated NVIDIA vGPU resources for every user. GPU processing happens entirely inside our data center and is streamed to the zero client via HDX, making GPU-powered workloads like CAD, 3D modeling, and rendering accessible from any compatible device.
VPN dependency adds latency for WAN-based zero clients.
WAN-Native Access via Citrix Gateway
Zero clients connect directly to our Citrix Gateway over the internet using the same HDX protocol they already support. Branch offices, remote sites, and home users all get consistent, low-latency desktop performance without any changes to their device.
Single-site setup creates costly, untested DR risk.
Built-In Cloud Redundancy
Our cloud VDI runs across multiple certified data centers with automated failover and enterprise-grade backup infrastructure. Unlike single-site on-premises setups, disaster recovery is a built-in feature of the platform, not an afterthought.
In-house expertise is expensive and hard to retain.
Fully Managed by Qualified Engineers
From initial setup and licensing to ongoing patching, performance tuning, and incident response, everything is handled by our engineers around the clock.
| Operational Area | On-Premises Zero Client VDI | Ace Cloud Hosting VDI |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware Lifecycle | Server refresh required every 3–5 years. High CapEx with long procurement timelines. | No hardware to own or refresh. Infrastructure is managed and upgraded by our team. |
| GPU Availability | GPU capacity is costly to procure, limited in scale, and absent in most SMB on-prem Citrix setups. | On-demand NVIDIA vGPU, streamed to zero clients via HDX. No local GPU is needed. |
| WAN / Remote Access | VPN is required for WAN users. Adds latency and complexity for remote zero client connections. | Direct WAN access via Citrix Gateway over HTTPS/443. No VPN is required. |
| Zero Client Compatibility | Works only with on-prem Citrix, WAN users need VPN or site connectivity. | Citrix-compatible zero clients connect over the internet to our Citrix Gateway. |
| Disaster Recovery | Single-site risks. DR is complex, costly, and often untested. | Multi-region redundancy, 30-day automated backups, 99.99% uptime SLA. |
| Security | Perimeter-based security. On-prem exposure risk if the server is compromised. | SOC 2-compliant, MFA, zero-trust, encryption at rest and in transit. |
| Scalability | Adding users requires physical server procurement, weeks to months. | New virtual desktops are provisioned in minutes. Scale up or down instantly. |
| IT Management | The internal team manages Citrix stacks, licensing, patching, and hardware. | Fully managed by highly experienced engineers. 24x7 support included. |
| Cost Model | High upfront CapEx for servers. Ongoing maintenance and staffing costs. | Predictable monthly OpEx per user. No hidden hardware or staffing costs. |
| Data Security | Data may reside on on-prem servers with limited offsite protection. | All data in US-based data servers. Nothing is stored on zero client devices. |
Share your device details with our team and we'll confirm compatibility, recommend the right Citrix profile, and have you live on cloud desktops within days, at no cost to evaluate.
Why Ace Cloud Hosting?
8000+ Businesses Love Ace Cloud Hosting for Remote Desktop Hosting Services
*Ace Cloud Hosting partners with U.S.-based data centers that are SOC 2, HIPAA, and SSAE 16 certified.
CASE STUDY
Our fully managed solution blocked data copy between VDI and local systems, with two-factor authentication and firewalls to prevent data loss.
CASE STUDY
Offering minimal cost, maximum ROI, and consistent application delivery across multi-cloud environments designed for hybrid teams for optimal performance and scalability.
