Configuring Windows Server 2012 Remote Desktop Session Host

Hello Dev, are you looking to configure your Windows Server 2012 Remote Desktop Session Host? You’ve come to the right place. In this article, we will guide you through the process of setting up your Remote Desktop Session Host, step by step. We’ll cover everything from installation to configuration, so you can get your Remote Desktop up and running in no time.

Installation

Before we begin, make sure you have Windows Server 2012 installed on your machine. If you don’t have it installed, you’ll need to purchase a license and install it before proceeding. Once you have Windows Server 2012 installed, you can proceed with the following steps:

Step 1: Install Remote Desktop Session Host

The first step is to install Remote Desktop Session Host on your Windows Server 2012 machine. To do this:

Step 2: Configure Remote Desktop Session Host

Once you have Remote Desktop Session Host installed, you’ll need to configure it. Here’s how:

Configuration

Step 1: Configure Remote Desktop Session Host Settings

The first step in configuring your Remote Desktop Session Host is to configure the settings. Here’s what you need to do:

Step 1: Open Remote Desktop Session Host Configuration

To open Remote Desktop Session Host Configuration:

1. Click on the “Start” button.
2. Type “Remote Desktop Session Host Configuration” in the search box and press “Enter”.
3. Click on “Remote Desktop Session Host Configuration” in the search results.

Step 2: Configure Remote Desktop Session Host Settings

Once you have Remote Desktop Session Host Configuration open, you can configure the settings. Here’s what you need to do:

1. Click on “RD Session Host Configuration” in the left-hand pane.
2. Click on the “Properties” option in the right-hand pane.
3. Configure the settings as desired.
4. Click “OK” to save your changes.

Step 2: Configure Remote Desktop Licensing

After you’ve configured your Remote Desktop Session Host settings, you’ll need to configure the licensing. Here’s how:

Step 1: Open Remote Desktop Licensing

To open Remote Desktop Licensing:

1. Click on the “Start” button.
2. Type “Remote Desktop Licensing” in the search box and press “Enter”.
3. Click on “Remote Desktop Licensing” in the search results.

Step 2: Activate Remote Desktop Licensing

Once you have Remote Desktop Licensing open, you’ll need to activate it. Here’s what you need to do:

1. Click on “Activate Server” in the left-hand pane.
2. Follow the instructions to activate Remote Desktop Licensing.

Step 3: Configure Remote Desktop Licensing

After you’ve activated Remote Desktop Licensing, you’ll need to configure it. Here’s what you need to do:

1. Click on “RD Licensing Configuration” in the left-hand pane.
2. Configure the settings as desired.
3. Click “OK” to save your changes.

Step 3: Configure Firewall Settings

After you’ve configured your Remote Desktop Session Host and Remote Desktop Licensing, you’ll need to configure your firewall settings. Here’s what you need to do:

Step 1: Open Windows Firewall

To open Windows Firewall:

1. Click on the “Start” button.
2. Type “Windows Firewall” in the search box and press “Enter”.
3. Click on “Windows Firewall” in the search results.

Step 2: Configure Firewall Settings

Once you have Windows Firewall open, you can configure the settings. Here’s what you need to do:

1. Click on “Advanced Settings” in the left-hand pane.
2. Click on “Inbound Rules”.
3. Click on “New Rule…” in the right-hand pane.
4. Configure the rule as desired.
5. Click “Finish” to save your changes.

FAQs

What is Remote Desktop Session Host?

Remote Desktop Session Host is a component of the Remote Desktop Services role in Windows Server 2012. It allows multiple users to access a server remotely using Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP).

How do I install Remote Desktop Session Host?

To install Remote Desktop Session Host:

1. Open Server Manager.
2. Click on “Add roles and features”.
3. Select “Remote Desktop Services” and click “Next”.
4. Check “Remote Desktop Session Host” and click “Next”.
5. Click “Next” until you get to the “Install” button, then click “Install”.

How do I configure Remote Desktop Session Host?

To configure Remote Desktop Session Host:

1. Open Remote Desktop Session Host Configuration.
2. Click on “RD Session Host Configuration” in the left-hand pane.
3. Click on the “Properties” option in the right-hand pane.
4. Configure the settings as desired.
5. Click “OK” to save your changes.

How do I configure Remote Desktop Licensing?

To configure Remote Desktop Licensing:

1. Open Remote Desktop Licensing.
2. Click on “Activate Server” in the left-hand pane.
3. Follow the instructions to activate Remote Desktop Licensing.
4. Click on “RD Licensing Configuration” in the left-hand pane.
5. Configure the settings as desired.
6. Click “OK” to save your changes.

How do I configure firewall settings for Remote Desktop?

To configure firewall settings for Remote Desktop:

1. Open Windows Firewall.
2. Click on “Advanced Settings” in the left-hand pane.
3. Click on “Inbound Rules”.
4. Click on “New Rule…” in the right-hand pane.
5. Configure the rule as desired.
6. Click “Finish” to save your changes.