If you need to connect to a Windows VPS server using RDP and are unsure how to proceed, follow these step-by-step instructions.
What is RDP?
Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) is a Microsoft-developed protocol that provides a graphical interface for users to access remote computers. Most operating systems include an RDP client, and by default, RDP uses TCP port 3389. The Remote Desktop Connection program is the official tool for logging in via RDP.
Requirements
Ensure you have a Windows VPS server running Windows 2012 or 2016 R2.
Connecting from a Windows Computer
- Open the Remote Desktop Connection program and click on Show Options.
- Enter your server's IP address and your username (typically "Administrator") in the respective fields.
- Click Connect, then enter your server's password and click OK.
Connecting from a Linux OS
If you are using Linux and do not have rdesktop installed, you can install it using the following commands:
For Ubuntu/Debian:
sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get install rdesktop
For CentOS/Fedora:
sudo yum update
sudo yum install rdesktop
After installation, connect to your Windows server using:
rdesktop -u Administrator -p PASSWORD -g 1280x720 YOUR_SERVER_IP
Following these steps should successfully open your Windows VPS server window. If you have any questions or encounter issues, please leave a comment or contact our 24/7 customer support. We hope this guide was helpful and look forward to assisting you with any further needs.
