RDP Connection Remote Access

Learn how to connect to your Windows Virtual Machine using Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP). This method provides full graphical access to your VM's desktop environment.

Essential Resources

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Microsoft RDP Documentation ↗

Official Microsoft guide for connecting to Azure Windows VMs using RDP. Includes troubleshooting tips and security best practices.

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Windows App for Mac ↗

Download the official Microsoft Windows App for Mac users. This replaces the older Remote Desktop client and provides the best RDP experience on macOS.

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Remote Desktop for Linux Machines ↗

Setting up remote graphical access to Linux machines requires additional configuration steps. This documentation will guide you through the setup process.

Getting Started with RDP

Before you can connect to your VM via RDP, ensure that:

Your VM is running: Check the VM status in the Azure portal
RDP is enabled: Port 3389 should be open in your Network Security Group
You have credentials: Username and password for the VM
You have an RDP client: Use the Windows App on Mac or built-in Remote Desktop on Windows