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Applies to: Windows Server (Semi-Annual Channel), Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2016, Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2012
Creates connections to Remote Desktop Session Host servers or other remote computers, edits an existing Remote Desktop Connection (.rdp) configuration file, and migrates legacy connection files that were created with Client Connection Manager to new .rdp connection files.
Syntax
Remote Desktop Gateway Role Service. The Remote Desktop Gateway service is used to provide secure remote access to the features delivered by the other Remote Desktop Services. You can use Remote Desktop Gateway to connect to session-based desktops, RemoteApp programs, and virtual desktops.
Parameters
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| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
<connectionfile> | Specifies the name of an .rdp file for the connection. |
/v:<server>[:<port>] | Specifies the remote computer and, optionally, the port number to which you want to connect. |
| /admin | Connects you to a session for administering the server. |
| /f | Starts Remote Desktop Connection in full-screen mode. |
/w:<width> | Specifies the width of the Remote Desktop window. |
/h:<height> | Specifies the height of the Remote Desktop window. |
| /public | Runs Remote Desktop in public mode. In public mode, passwords and bitmaps aren't cached. |
| /span | Matches the Remote Desktop width and height with the local virtual desktop, spanning across multiple monitors if necessary. |
/edit <connectionfile> | Opens the specified .rdp file for editing. |
| /migrate | Migrates legacy connection files that were created with Client Connection Manager to new .rdp connection files. |
| /? | Displays help at the command prompt. |
Remarks
Default.rdp is stored for each user as a hidden file in the user's Documents folder.
User created .rdp files are saved by default in the user's Documents folder, but can be saved anywhere.
To span across monitors, the monitors must use the same resolution and must be aligned horizontally (that is, side-by-side). There is currently no support for spanning multiple monitors vertically on the client system.
Examples
To connect to a session in full-screen mode, type:
or
To assign width/height, type:
Mstsc Service Restart
Servicemaster Connect
To open a file called filename.rdp for editing, type:
Mstsc Service
Additional References