System and network alerts - Amazon WorkSpaces Thin Client

System and network alerts

WorkSpaces Thin Client uses alerts to inform you of system and network issues that may affect your device. Some of these notifications contain a button to restart the device when it is updated or modified.

These notifications are, by default, disabled. If desired, they can be enabled.

Note

This feature should only be enabled for troubleshooting issues. It is not intended for daily use.

Enabling system alerts

As part of the operating system of your WorkSpaces Thin Client device, you will receive notifications regarding your system. These notifications alert you if you experience any change to you device or connected peripheral. Some of them include:

  • Monitor added

  • Monitor removed

If needed, you can turn on these notifications. By default, notifications are set to Off.

Turning network notifications on and off
  1. Open the toolbar on the side of your display.

  2. Select Settings, About, SYSTEMS ALERT.

  3. Select the switch to On to enable the notifications.

    Settings interface showing options for About Device, Network Alerts, and System Alerts with toggle switches.

Enabling network alerts

As part of the operating system of your WorkSpaces Thin Client device, you will receive notifications regarding your network. These notifications alert you if you experience any degraded network conditions. Some of them include:

  • Ethernet or WiFi Network disruptions

  • Wifi signal strength

  • Packet loss or data lost in transmission

If needed, you can turn on these notifications. By default, notifications are set to Off.

Turning network notifications on and off
  1. Open the toolbar on the side of your display.

  2. Select Settings, About, NETWORK CONDITIONS ALERT.

  3. Select the switch to On to enable the notifications.

    Settings interface showing network condition alerts off and system alerts on.