# Using instant messaging

Parallels RAS administrators logged on to the same Farm can communicate with each other using a built-in instant messenger.

To use the instant messenger:

1. In the RAS Console, select the **Administration** category.
2. Expand the drop-down list next to your name (top-right corner of the console screen) and click **Chat**.
3. The **Parallels Remote Application Server Chat** window opens.

To send a message:

1. Type the message text in the lower input panel.
2. In the **Logged on administrators** list box, select a specific administrator or **All** to send the message to an individual or all logged on administrators.
3. Click **Send**.

Your message history is displayed in the **Messages** panel. To clear the history, click **Clear All**.

You can also view the chat history listing all messages between all administrators (not just your own messages). To do so, select the **Administration** node in the console and then select the **Chat History** tab.


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