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DameWare Mini Remote Control Changelog

What's new in DameWare Mini Remote Control 12.0.4.5007

Jul 12, 2017
  • Ability to change running mode between standalone and centralized options
  • Ability to search endpoints from host lists from MRC console
  • Support for Windows 10

New in DameWare Mini Remote Control 11.2.0.84 (Jul 9, 2015)

  • New Features and Improvements:
  • AD Integration, user authentication against LDAP. SSO support
  • Users can be imported from AD groups either as one-off selections or scheduled synchronization tasks; these users can then log in to DameWare Remote Support and Mini Remote Control with their Windows username and password
  • Auto sign in for DameWare Centralized modules
  • Settings enable the sign-on screen to be skipped by AD credentialed users
  • Fixed Issues:
  • Problem with Dual Monitor refresh
  • Missing icons after 11.1 upgrade
  • Problem with Active Directory user and group import
  • Connection hangs on "Querying system status"
  • Error when mounting bootable ISO file
  • Virtual CD - booting from ISO using Intel AMT does not work
  • Problem importing from Mini Remote Control 6.9
  • Problem inputting Japanese characters

New in DameWare Mini Remote Control 11.0.0.1003 (Jul 31, 2014)

  • The DameWare Central Server: DameWare Mini Remote Control can now be deployed in centralized mode. With Mini Remote Control in centralized mode, you can:
  • Centrally manage DameWare users and permissions
  • Manage all of your DameWare Remote Support and Mini Remote Control licenses and activations from one location
  • Create and share a global host list for fast and efficient remote support sessions

New in DameWare Mini Remote Control 10.0.0.372 (Jun 5, 2013)

  • This version of MRC provides the following improvements:
  • New Licensing: You can automatically update your license when you update DameWare or renew your maintenance instead of manually entering new license keys. License keys from version 9.x can also use this new functionality. For more information, see KB400137.
  • Proxy Support for Silent Installs: MRC and DRS include command-line arguments to add your proxy data. For more information, see KB400113 .
  • Multiple bug fixes: For additional information, see "Resolved Issues" in these release notes.
  • DameWare Mini Remote Control version 10.0 resolves the following issues in earlier versions:
  • MRC crashes when connecting to a thin client using VNC.
  • Cannot authenticate smart cards that have more than one certificate.
  • Receive a "Configuring the remote system for first time use," every time you connect to Windows 8 computers.
  • When multiple people are connected to a session, only the first user can copy and paste.

New in DameWare Mini Remote Control 9.0.1.247 (Dec 3, 2012)

  • This version of MRC provides the following improvements:
  • Windows 8 Support: You can now install MRC on computers running the latest Windows desktop operating system. MRC also connects to remote hosts running Windows 8.
  • Linux and Mac Support: MRC now supports connections to Linux and Mac clients using a new VNC viewer option in the Remote Connect dialog. For additional information, see KB400115.
  • Intel vPro Support: Both DRS (previously NT Utilities) and MRC now support Intel vPro hardware enabled with Active Management Technology (AMT). In MRC, connect to remote vPro systems even while they are booting up. For additional information, see KB400112.
  • Backwards Compatibility: MRC is now backwards compatible with MRC client agents as far back as version 7.0. For additional information, see KB400116.
  • Support for Silent Installs: Both DRS and MRC now include command-line arguments to support installing and licensing the products silently. For additional information, see KB400113.
  • Multiple bug fixes: For additional information, see "Resolved Issues" in these release notes.
  • DameWare Mini Remote Control version 9.0.1 resolves the following issues in earlier versions:
  • The MSI installers for the MRC v9.0 client agent do not retain previous settings for upgraded clients. For additional information, see KB400126.
  • MRC v8.x and v9.0 omits the first host selected when selecting multiple hosts to update default host settings.
  • MRC v.9.0 starts up slowly.
  • The MRC v9.0 client agent upgrade does not directly upgrade 64-bit clients.
  • MRC v9.0 does not allow multiple users to copy and paste to/from a multisession connection.
  • The chat feature crashes in MRC v8.x after upgrading from v7.5 or earlier.
  • The status bar in MRC v8.x displays some incorrect messages.
  • The Download SolarWinds License Manager link in the host Start menu does not work on Windows Server 2003 or Windows XP hosts in v8.x.
  • The MRC v8.x client agent upgrade takes longer than expected.
  • The MRC v8.x client agent is incompatible with hosts running Sophos Anti-Virus 10.0 and higher. This prevents MRC users from connecting to the affected hosts. For additional information, see KB400114.

New in DameWare Mini Remote Control 9.0.0.174 (Sep 13, 2012)

  • This version of MRC provides the following improvements:
  • Linux and Mac Support: MRC now supports connections to Linux and Mac clients using a new VNC viewer option in the Remote Connect dialog. For additional information, see KB400115.
  • Intel vPro Support: Both DRS (previously NT Utilities) and MRC now support Intel vPro hardware enabled with Active Management Technology (AMT). In MRC, connect to remote vPro systems even while they are booting up. For additional information, see KB400112.
  • Backwards Compatibility: MRC is now backwards compatible with MRC client agents as far back as version 7.0. For additional information, see KB400116.
  • Support for Silent Installs: Both DRS and MRC now include command-line arguments to support installing and licensing the products silently. For additional information, see KB400113.
  • Multiple bug fixes: For additional information, see "Resolved Issues" in these release notes.
  • DameWare Mini Remote Control version 9.0 resolves the following issues in earlier versions:
  • The chat feature crashes in MRC v8.x after upgrading from v7.5 or earlier.
  • The status bar in MRC v8.x displays some incorrect messages.
  • The Download SolarWinds License Manager link in the host Start menu does not work on Windows Server 2003 or Windows XP hosts in v8.x.
  • The MRC v8.x client agent upgrade takes longer than expected.
  • The MRC v8.x client agent is incompatible with hosts running Sophos Anti-Virus 10.0 and higher.

New in DameWare Mini Remote Control 8.0.0.102 (Mar 14, 2012)

  • New features added for MRC V 8.0 include:
  • Chat
  • With the chat feature in Version 8.0, you can chat online with your remote user as you troubleshoot or configure the remote machine. Now, there is no need to open WordPad and to type back and forth.
  • Screenshot Capture
  • Simply click to quickly capture and save a screenshot from the remote machine. This valuable feature is indispensable when working on help desk tickets or when documenting configuration settings for future reference. Now, there is no need to go through the process of pasting your screenshot into Paint™ and then saving it.

New in DameWare Mini Remote Control 7.5.9.0 (Nov 18, 2011)

  • No Protocol Revision. Current v7.x users will not be forced to update the DMRC Client Agent Service on the remote machine, provided they are already running version 7.0 or above.

New in DameWare Mini Remote Control 7.5.8.0 (Sep 7, 2011)

  • Minor Protocol Revision. Current v7.x users will not be forced to update the DMRC Client Agent Service on the remote machine, provided they are already running version 7.0 or above. A red warning dialog will be displayed instead. However, we recommend you update the Client Agent on the remote machine as soon as possible. Otherwise, some features may not work properly. Version 6.x Clients will require a forced upgrade.
  • Modified Windows Firewall Exception logic. FW exception now created on Service install and removed on Service uninstall (instead of Service Start and Stop).
  • Enhancements to Blank Monitor functionality when Logging on/off during a DMRC connection.
  • SFT would not work during Reverse Connections. Fixed.
  • Some DMRC Advanced Ping Options would not stick after being selected. Fixed.
  • Tray icon could reappear (even when configured to hide) for short period of time on Vista after reboot. Fixed.
  • File / Install Service and File / Remove Service would not work on Windows 2000. Would receive System Error: 127 ? Module Not found. Fixed.

New in DameWare Mini Remote Control 7.5.5.0 (Apr 20, 2011)

  • Potential disconnect when using Proxy. Fixed.
  • Updating Client Agent from v6.x to v7.x may not include the DWRCS.reg configuration file. Fixed.
  • Potential socket timeout [Winsock 10060] when requesting permission. Fixed.
  • Reverse Connection (Connect to Client) Host dialog & Proxy Host dialog may not display all characters. Fixed.
  • Multiple connections to same machine at same time could distort text in Notify dialog. Also, 2nd connected user may

New in DameWare Mini Remote Control 7.5.2.0 (Apr 2, 2011)

  • Minor Protocol Revision. Current v7.x users will not be forced to update the DMRC Client Agent Service on the remote machine, provided they are already running version 7.0 or above. A red warning dialog will be displayed instead. However, we recommend you update the Client Agent on the remote machine as soon as possible. Otherwise, some features may not work properly. Version 6.x Clients will require a forced upgrade.
  • Performance enhancements when loading DMRC Remote Connect dialog.
  • Potential SxS (Side by Side) error when using FIPS Mode in DMRC x64. Fixed.
  • Disconnect issue when multiple users connected to same machine at same time. Fixed.
  • DWRCS.Reg configuration file was not copied to the remote machine in certain scenarios. Fixed.

New in DameWare Mini Remote Control 7.5.1.1 (Mar 23, 2011)

  • Minor Protocol Revision. Current v7.x users will not be forced to update the DMRC Client Agent Service on the remote machine, provided they are already running version 7.0 or above. A red warning dialog will be displayed instead. However, we recommend you update the Client Agent on the remote machine as soon as possible. Otherwise, some features may not work properly. Version 6.x Clients will require a forced upgrade.
  • Added Visual Styles and Font Smoothing Performance Options for RDP connections.
  • Intermittent crash when connecting via RDP. Fixed.

New in DameWare Mini Remote Control 7.0.1.0 (Jan 18, 2011)

  • In addition full IPv6 support, Unicode, and full 64-bit support, including all the drivers and installation packages, some of the other new features are highlighted below. More detailed information is available in the internal Help Files of the MRC program.
  • U3 Mode - MRC users now have the option to enable what is called "U3" Mode which will allow them to run the MRC program from a device other than the local hard drive. For instance, with U3 Mode enabled, the MRC Application stops writing to the Registry of the local machine and writes to a special "U3 Registry" file in the installation directory. The MRC user can then copy the MRC installation directory to a thumb drive, external hard drive, network drive, etc. and have MRC to use on the go.
  • Wake on LAN - Prior to MRC version 7, the DameWare NT Utilities program had to be used to Wake on LAN a remote machine. It is now possible to send a Wake on LAN request to a remote machine through the MRC program. The MRC's new Wake on LAN feature can be accessed in the Main MRC Window by selecting "Send | Wake on LAN."
  • NAT Traversal - DameWare Development is pleased to announce that establishing an MRC connection through firewalls, across subnets, and over the Internet is now possible by using the Operating System's IPv6 functionality. One of the ways MRC version 7 has implemented IPv6 technology is with the ability to create an MRC Invitation. MRC version 7 can now use any Global IP Address available to the remote machine (i.e. Native IPv6 Address, Teredo Address, PNRP Address, etc.) to build an MRC Invitation that can be used to connect to that machine even when it?s behind a firewall. More specifically, the MRC Client Agent Service on the remote machine is used to create a connection invitation that the MRC User then uses to connect to that remote machine without having to configure firewalls, etc.
  • MRC Peers - The "MRC Peers" folder in the browser pane will include the remote machines that have the MRC Client Agent Service installed and running on them if the Service has been configured to broadcast the machine's availability. This feature is helpful for organizations who wish to allow machines to be displayed in their MRC users'browser pane without having to determine a remote machine's IP Address, then add it to the browser pane, etc.
  • PNRP Peers - The "PNRP Peers" folder in the browser pane will include the remote machines whose PNRP Address has been registered in the Link-Local PNRP Cloud of the MRC user. "PNRP" is Microsoft's Peer Name Resolution Protocol and utilizes IPv6 technology.
  • DameWare Development is committed to delivering functionality and flexibility in our remote control products and we hope you agree version 7 of the MRC does just that!