Solution purpose The purpose of this reference architecture is to demonstrate the functionality,
performance, and scalability of a cloud computing services platform that provides
virtualized desktops as a service for multiple types of customers in public, private, or
hybrid cloud environments including:
• Enterprise desktops
• Multi-department enterprise desktops
• Hosted virtual desktops
• Multi-tenant hosted virtual desktops
This reference architecture validates the solution's performance and provides
guidelines to build similar solutions. This document is not a comprehensive guide to
every aspect of this solution. For more detailed information, consult the EMC Desktop-as-a-Service Proven Solution Guide (March, 2012).