HP Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) seeks to replace end-user desktops with HP Thin Clients connected to virtual desktops running on HP ProLiant servers in the datacenter. This document describes the processes involved in implementing a VDI proof-of-concept (POC) and attempts to fill in gaps with existing documents. Planning, design, architecture, and troubleshooting as well as environmental considerations are discussed.

p> This document is intended for IT decision makers, planners, architects, service professionals and installers that are evaluating VDI. A moderate level of technical expertise and familiarity with VMware, Microsoft Windows Server and Desktop Operating Systems as well as HP ProLiant and StorageWorks hardware is considered essential.