TGX Setup

Spark uses the industry-leading Mechdyne TGX Client as it's VDIA Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) enables users to securely access high-performance remote workstations from virtually anywhere with a local-like experience. for ultra-responsive desktop streaming. TGX ensures near-native performance

Installation Guide

While Spark provides a native app for Windows and macOS, Linux users can access Spark through the Spark Web App using the Mechdyne TGX Receiver for a high-performance remote workstation experience.

Select your operating system below for detailed installation steps.

Linux
Windows
macOS

Step 1: Download the .run file

Download the TGX Receiver for Linux from the link below.

Download for Linux

System requirements: RHEL 7.8+, CentOS, Rocky, Ubuntu 18+

Step 2: Run Installation Commands

Follow these steps to prepare and launch the installer via your terminal:

Open Terminal:
Open the Terminal window in your system.
Navigate to Downloads:
Go to the directory where you downloaded the installer:
```
cd ~/Downloads
```
Make Installer Executable:
Grant execute permissions to the installer:
```
chmod +x Linux_Latest_TGX_Receiver.bz2.run
```
Verify Permissions:
Confirm the file is now executable:
```
ls -l Linux_Latest_TGX_Receiver.bz2.run
```
Expected output: -rwxr-xr-x.
Launch Installer:
Run the installer as root (you will be prompted for your password):
```
sudo ./Linux_Latest_TGX_Receiver.bz2.run
```
Success: The installer UI will launch in your terminal window.

Step 3: Installation Walkthrough

Complete the setup by following the on-screen prompts in your terminal:

License Agreement:
Read through the End User License Agreement (EULA).
Select I Accept to proceed.
Confirm Installation:
Select Yes to install the TGX Receiver.
File Extraction:
The installer will extract the necessary files to the /opt/mechdyne/TGX/Receiver directory.
Select OK
Port Configuration:
TGX will specify the base listening port as default to 40001.
Select OK.
USB Redirection:
Select the option that matches your Linux distribution and version.
Select OK
USB Warning:
If you skipped USB components, you may see a notification that they were not found.
Select OK to continue.
Finalize Setup:
The installation process is now complete.
Select OK to exit the installer.
Launch TGX:
You can now launch the TGX Receiver from your applications menu.

Note: The default connection port for TGX is 40001. Ensure your firewall allows communication on this port for a seamless connection. Learn more about Port 40001 here.

Step 1: Download the .exe file

Download the TGX Receiver for Windows (64-bit) from the Spark portal.

Download for Windows

System requirements: Windows 8 (64-bit) or later

Step 2: Install TGX Receiver

Follow the steps below to complete the installation:

Initialize Setup:
Launch the Windows_Latest_TGX_Receiver.exe file.
On the welcome screen, click Next to begin the installation process.
License & Prerequisites:
Review the license agreement and ensure all prerequisites are met.
Click Next to proceed.
USB Component Selection:
Choose whether to install the TGX USB redirection components.
This is recommended if you plan to use specialized USB devices like Wacom tablets.
Firewall Configuration:
The installer will prompt you to configure Windows Firewall exceptions automatically.
Ensure this is enabled for seamless connectivity.
Port Assignment:
The communication port is set to 40001 as default.
Click Next to proceed.
Installation Directory:
Select the destination folder where TGX Receiver will be installed.
Click Next to confirm.
Desktop Shortcut:
Choose whether to create a desktop shortcut for quick access to the TGX Receiver.
Finalize Installation:
Review your settings and click Install to complete the process.
Launch TGX:
You can now launch the TGX Receiver.

Note: The default connection port for TGX is 40001. Ensure your firewall allows communication on this port for a seamless connection. Learn more about Port 40001 here.

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