Windows Server powers all of our Trading VPS instances and a portion of our Dedicated lineup. The articles below walk you through your first RDP connection, common gotchas, and Windows-specific configuration.
Start here:
- Getting Started with your Windows Server — First steps after your welcome email: browser setup, software install, timezone, and updates.
- Windows Remote Desktop (RDP) — How to connect using the Remote Desktop Connection client, plus a multi-monitor FAQ.
When things go wrong:
- Troubleshooting RDP — What to check when you can’t connect.
- Error in Data Encryption — Fixing the “this session will end” RDP error.
Nice to have:
- Enabling Remote Sound — Route server audio through RDP.
- Installing Windows Features — Add roles and features via Server Manager.
Getting Started with Your Windows Server
The first steps to take with your Windows Server at HostVenom.
Windows Remote Desktop
Using the Remote Desktop Connection application to access your Windows Server.
Multiple Monitors with RDP
Configure your Windows Remote Desktop session to use two or more of your physical monitors instead of just one.
Troubleshooting RDP
Some things to check for when you're having trouble connecting to your Windows server using Remote Desktop Connection.
Enabling Remote Sound
How to enable and debug remote sound for your HostVenom Windows VPS over the Windows Remote Desktop client.
Error in Data Encryption
Fix the "error in data encryption" message you may see when connecting to a Windows server over RDP.
Installing Windows Features
How to install Windows Features for Windows Server using the Server Manager