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Remote Desktop is a useful feature that helps you connect and remotely control a computer or server (VPS) running Windows operating system. This article will guide you through the basic steps to connect to a Windows VPS using Remote Desktop.

I. Prepare necessary information

Before you begin, you will need to prepare the following information:

  • Windows VPS IP Address : Provided by VPS service provider.
  • Username : Usually will be `Administrator` or another account set up by the provider.
  • Password : Provided with VPS login information.

II. Using Remote Desktop from macOS

If you’re using MacOS, you can download the Microsoft Remote Desktop app from the App Store. Once downloaded, follow these steps:

Step 1: Open Microsoft Remote Desktop

  • Open the Microsoft Remote Desktop application.
Instructions for Remote Desktop into Windows VPS

Step 2: Add new connection

You press the buttonAdd PC .

Instructions for Remote Desktop into Windows VPS

A box will appear for you to fill in remote information. Enter the VPS IP address in the box.PC name .

Note:

The default remote desktop port is port3389 . If you do not change the default port, you only need to fill in the IP information in the PC name section. If you have changed the default remote port, you need to add:port .

Instructions for Remote Desktop into Windows VPS

Next partUser Account , you chooseAsk when required When you remote, you will need to enter your username and password to remote into Windows VPS.

Instructions for Remote Desktop into Windows VPS

Or you chooseAdd User Account to add login information, as well as when you remote into Windows VPS will not ask to enter username and password information to remote.

Instructions for Remote Desktop into Windows VPS

Step 3: Connect

Once setup is complete, click Add and then double-click the newly created connection to start connecting to the VPS.

Instructions for Remote Desktop into Windows VPS
Instructions for Remote Desktop into Windows VPS

III. Using Remote Desktop Connection on Windows

If you are using a Windows computer, the toolRemote Desktop Connection already installed. Follow these steps to connect:

Step 1: Open Remote Desktop Connection

You press the key combinationWindows + R to open the Run window. Typemstsc and press Enter or OK

Instructions for Remote Desktop into Windows VPS

The Remote Desktop Connection window will appear.

Step 2: Enter the VPS IP address

In the Remote Desktop Connection window, enter the VPS IP address in the Computer box.

Instructions for Remote Desktop into Windows VPS

Step 3: Enter login information

After you fill in the VPS IP and pressConnect . A window will appear asking you to enter your username and password . Fill in the information and click OK to remote into Windows VPS.

Instructions for Remote Desktop into Windows VPS

Step 4: Accept the connection

When you connect, you may receive a warning about the security certificate. ClickYes to accept and continue the connection.

Instructions for Remote Desktop into Windows VPS

IV. Use Remote Desktop from mobile devices

You can also connect to your Windows VPS from your mobile device (Android or iOS) using the Microsoft Remote Desktop app available on the Google Play Store or App Store.

Step 1: Install the application

You download and install Microsoft Remote Desktop from the app store.

Instructions for Remote Desktop into Windows VPS

Step 2: Establish connection

Once you have finished downloading the app, open it and press the check mark.+ and selectAdd PC to add connection.

Instructions for Remote Desktop into Windows VPS

Next, enter the IP address and username and password information into the corresponding boxes.

Instructions for Remote Desktop into Windows VPS

Step 3: Connect

Once you have set it up, click on the created connection to start a session with the VPS.

V. Common errors and how to fix them

  • Unable to connect to VPS : Check your IP address again and make sure your VPS is on and has an internet connection.
  • Incorrect login information : Make sure the username and password entered are correct as provided.
  • Connection not accepted due to firewall : Check the firewall settings on the VPS to make sure port 3389 (default for Remote Desktop) is open.

Wishing you success!

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