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USB Devices in Virtual Environment

USB Network Gate is a convenient software tool that enables effortless access to USB devices on virtual machines from any location.
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License price starts at $159.95
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Access remote USB devices in a virtual environment

If you need to forward a USB to a virtual machine or access a remote USB device in your virtual session, USB Network Gate is a simple and effective solution that you can count on. Install it on the host machine and client, and sharing USB over Ethernet becomes a breeze.

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Supported VMs

USB Network Gate supports all popular hypervisors, including:
  • VirtualBox
  • VMware
  • XenDesktop
  • Hyper-V
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Redirect any USB devices to a VM

USB Network Gate grants you full-fledged access to any local USB device from a virtual machine with no decrease in speed or available features.

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How to access USB on a VM with UNG

1

Install

Install USB Network Gate both on the local machine with the attached USB device and the virtual machine you plan to access it from.
The Download button for the USB Network Gate installer is located on its website. It must be launched and the setup must be completed before the next step.
2

Share

Start UNG on the local machine, find the required USB device in the “Local USB devices” tab, and click “Share” next to it.
The Local USB Devices tab should be opened by default, but if it isn’t, switch it near the top of the window. The Share buttons are on the right, next to their respective device on the list.
3

Connect

Start UNG on the virtual machine, go to the “Remote devices” tab, and click “Connect” next to the shared device.
You can select the Remote USB Devices tab near the top of the application window. The Connect button is to the right of each device.

What customers say

4.9 overall rank, based on 372 reviews.
Successfully used by 150+ companies worldwide
James Hughes,
Software Applications Engineer
USB Network Gate comes to the rescue with its powerful USB port virtualization technology. The software works across any network and allows forwarding the USB device port to any networked machine.

With USB Network Gate, there’s no need to use additional hardware or cables. No complex connection configuration as well.
Keith Evans,
Flight Data Technician
My use case is connecting a USB-only laser printer to a computer on a different floor, and it has performed just fine.
Janet Camper,
Information Systems Manager
USB Network Gate is very convenient to use, and the HMI is very friendly.

Thanks to your software, we can access some very specific license dongles from our German parent company, which saves us a lot of money.
Elizabeth Stein,
Photography Enthusiast
The software works with UDP - redirects USB to the network without any additional settings. It works great most of the time - I don't have any doubts. The localized interface was a good bonus for me.

USB Network Gate

Access USB in a virtual environment
Try for Free
14-day Free Trial available
License price starts at $159.95
Available for