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VPS: Accessing Windows Server via Remote Desktop (RDP)

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10 November 20262 min read1 Views0 helpful

Introduction

Windows OS uses the Remote Desktop (RDP) protocol to allow you to easily connect remotely to other Windows systems. This guide shows you the simple connection process via RDP to your Windows Server.

VPS: Accessing Windows Server via Remote Desktop (RDP)

Prepare Connection Data

No matter which application you use to access your Windows Server, you always need to enter your login credentials to connect.

Start by logging into your ZapX Dashboard and go to the Access tab for your VPS. In the Server Access card, you will find all important information, especially your server's IP address, the RDP port, and the user login details. Your credentials consist of the username, which should be Administrator, and the password.

If a password is already set, it is hidden by default for security reasons – you can reveal it by clicking the eye icon. If you forget your password or haven’t set one yet, you can generate or set a new one anytime using the Change Password button.

Now that you have your connection data, the next section covers choosing the right application for the connection.

Connecting via Windows

Since the introduction of RDP, the built-in Windows Remote Desktop Connection app has been preinstalled as a core system application. You can easily find it by searching in the Windows search bar or pressing the Windows key and looking in the Start menu.

In the new window, enter your server’s IP address in the Computer field and click Connect. A Windows login window will appear where you enter the username Administrator and your Windows Server password.

Click OK and you should successfully connect remotely to your Windows Server. If you encounter issues, double-check your login credentials.

Info

A certificate warning may appear on the first connection attempt. This is normal and can be safely ignored.

You have successfully connected to your Windows Server.

Other Remote Desktop (RDP) Apps

Desktop Apps

The following programs are excellent alternatives for accessing your Windows Server via Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP). However, if you use Windows, we recommend using the preinstalled app (as shown above) because it is the simplest and most reliable.

Remote Desktop Connection Manager (RDCMan)
mRemoteNG
RoyalTS
Devolutions Remote Desktop Manager
DameWare Mini Remote Control

Mobile Apps

Microsoft now offers an official Remote Desktop (RDP) app for the two major mobile operating systems. We recommend using these on mobile devices as they offer many useful features.

You can find the app here depending on your platform: Android and iOS

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Open the preinstalled Windows Remote Desktop Connection app, enter your server's IP address in the Computer field, and click Connect. Then enter the username Administrator and your password.

Log into your ZapX Dashboard and go to the Access tab for your VPS. In the Server Access card, you will find your server's IP address, the RDP port, and the login details (username Administrator and password).

You can generate a new password or set one yourself anytime using the Change Password button in the Access tab of your VPS in the ZapX Dashboard.

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VPS: Accessing Windows Server via Remote Desktop (RDP)

Introduction

Prepare Connection Data

Connecting via Windows

Other Remote Desktop (RDP) Apps

Desktop Apps

Mobile Apps

Frequently asked questions

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Connecting via Windows

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