Introducing VDI and Flexible Licensing on Ansys Cloud

One option isAnsys Cloud. It enables users to solve their simulations by accessing cloud-based HPC from within the interface ofAnsys Mechanical,Ansys Fluentor Ansys Electronics Desktop.

Traditionally, this setup required the use of computers capable of pre- and post-processing. This means that users still needed access to a powerful workstation. However, the Ansys development team worked tirelessly during the pandemic to integrate virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) into Ansys Cloud. With Ansys VDI technology, any computer with a browser can be turned into a high-powered workstation capable of pre- and post-processing simulations. As a result, users can now benefit from an end-to-end, cloud-based simulation workflow.

Thanks to the new flexible licensing options for Ansys Cloud, VDI and HPC functionality are available to customers with elastic, pre-paid and leased licenses. Users no longer need to use Ansys elastic licensing units (AEUs) to pay for software on Ansys Cloud; they can now bring their own license.

The Benefits to Accessing Simulations Through Ansys Cloud Virtual Desktop Infrastructure

This interactivity opens up the ability to perform end-to-end, cloud-based simulation workflows on any computer with a browser.

Additionally, employees will save time on data transfers. Simulations and their results are typically large files — hundreds of gigabytes or larger. So, users aren’t keen on waiting hours to download or upload them between networks at home internet speeds. By accessing a virtual desktop, the data becomes available on the cloud instantly without the need of data transfers.

The benefit of Ansys VDI technology spans beyond the pandemic. Working from home and flexible hours are growing trends. This technology aligns with these trends and helps employees have a better work-life balance while maintaining office efficiency at home.

Work from home initiatives also benefit employers. Companies are no longer limited to a pool of simulation experts that live, or are willing to move, close to brick-and-mortar offices that contain computational resources. Instead, companies can get the best simulation expert for the job who can access a remote desktop from anywhere in the world.

Use Existing Paid-Up or Leased Licenses to Connect to Ansys Cloud

Recently, Ansys Cloud became available on a bring your own license (BYOL) basis.

Additionally, companies can choose the optimal licensing configuration they need to use Ansys software. For instance, they can choose between using on-premise and cloud HPC and then access the software through leased or paid-up licenses. Then when they need more access, they can use AEUs.

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