Windows Remote Desktop

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How to connect to a remote system on Windows and macOS

This guide offers a clear procedure to connect to a Windows server via Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP). While the focus is on Windows, macOS users will find steps tailored for them, too. Make sure you have Windows installed on your VPS. If you ordered a VPS with Linux installed, you can reinstall the OS at any time with Windows.

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Connection details

• Port: RDP on EDIS Global Windows VPS uses the standard port 3389. You don’t need to append a port to the address. RDP clients use 3389 by default. To specify it explicitly, append it to the IP address, for example 192.168.10.1:3389.
• Username: Administrator
• Password: your VPS password

If the connection fails, check that port 3389 is reachable from your network. See Ports, firewalls and connectivity for details.

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For Windows users

Open Remote Desktop Connection: Press the Windows key on your keyboard, type Remote Desktop Connection in the search bar, and click the app to open it. Alternatively, press Win + R to open the Run dialog, type mstsc, and press Enter to open the Remote Desktop Connection window. Enter the IP address or hostname: In the Remote Desktop Connection window, type the IP address or hostname of the remote system you want to connect to. Open additional settings: Click the Show Options button to open advanced settings. Choose authentication preferences: In the opened menu, you can check the box to prompt for new login credentials every time you connect to the server. The username is set to Administrator by default. Authenticate: Click the Connect button. Enter the server password and check the box “Remember me”. Establish the connection: After successful authentication, Windows shows a prompt confirming the connection to the server. Check the box to ensure the prompt doesn’t appear again, then click Yes to continue. Start the connection process: The process of connecting to the remote server begins. You should now be connected to the remote system and able to control it.

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For macOS users

Install Microsoft “Windows App”: Download “Windows App” (formerly Remote Desktop) from the Mac App Store. Open Windows App: Launch the app after installation. Add a new connection:

1. Click the + button to add a new connection.
2. Enter the IP address of the remote system (PC name) and name your connection (Friendly Name).
3. Under Credentials, select Administrator.
4. Click Add to save the new connection.

Double-click the newly created connection (tile), then confirm the certificate warning (Continue). Enter your password and Continue to connect. You might see another warning. It is related to keychain access on your Mac. You can safely ignore it and click Continue to connect. Once you are connected, you’ll see your Windows Desktop and you can continue with the initial configuration or usage.

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Troubleshooting

• RDP Error 0xd07: User Account Locked explains what to do when Windows blocks RDP logins after too many failed attempts.