I thought it would help to collate all my current RDS posts onto one to make it easier for you tech's to find things. I will add new links to this post when i publish new articles. Deploying RDS 2012 Single Server – Session Based deployment Deploying RDS 2012 using Standard Deployment Creating a Remote Desktop Session... Continue Reading →
Server 2012 R2 Remote Desktop Services brings a new feature called shadowing, which allows administrators to view sessions. This can be done through the GUI or through the use of Command Line. As you can see from the MSTSC Connection Usage help Window, there are three new commands that we can use for connecting to end user... Continue Reading →
This post will show you how to Migrate RDS 2012 to Server 2012 R2 using the in place upgrade method. In this demonstration I will be migrating a Server 2012 RDS server over to 2012 R2. The following roles have been installed on a Server 2012 RTM server: RD Connection Broker RD Web Access RD Session Host... Continue Reading →
For all those with application compatibility issues why not deploy a RDSH 2008R2 server to a RDS 2012 environment. In this article I will show you how to deploy a RDSH 2008R2 server to a RDS 2012/R2 environment. I will be showing you how to deploy IE8 to RDWeb 2012 using Server 2012 R2 and... Continue Reading →
Microsoft have released a Remote Desktop Services Diagnosis tool to assist with the troubleshooting of issues with RDS configurations. http://www.microsoft.com/en-us/download/details.aspx?id=40890#! They have also created a Support Article: http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2692470 Summary: The Remote Desktop Services Diagnostic tool enables you to troubleshoot common issues and collect information about the following Remote Desktop Services (RDS) role services in Windows... Continue Reading →
For all those wondering why HLW Software have announced that they will be no longer selling their product ITAP. The announcement from Microsoft, the launch of a Remote Desktop Client for Mac, iOS, and Android also raises questions. Its clear from all the coverage on this subject and the comments made from one of Microsoft's... Continue Reading →
You can now access RDS 2012 on Mac, Android and iOS. Microsoft last week announced a new RDP client for Mac Android and iOS. The RDP client for Mac and iOS is available for download from the Apple store. Download it now: Mac: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/microsoft-remote-desktop/id715768417?mt=12&ls=1 iOS: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/microsoft-remote-desktop/id714464092?mt=8 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.microsoft.rdc.android You will also find a brand new... Continue Reading →
Point to note: When installed RDS 2012 using the Default Method, the RDWEB and Connection Broker will be installed. When creating RDSH farms, it is important to configure the Connection Broker to ensure that it does not conflict with the client or load balancer. You will need to configure the following policy: 'Use IP Address... Continue Reading →
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