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Windows 11 Remote Desktop Not Working: 6 Ways to Fix It
Everything you need to regain your remote connection
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Updated onJuly 26, 2024
updated onJuly 26, 2024
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Having trouble with Remote Desktop not working on Windows 11? We’ll show you how to deal with it. Problems usually stem from permissions, firewalls, and sometimes faulty updates.
Below, we’ll walk you through all possible fixes no matter the underlying issue. Just follow the step-by-step instructions.
How to fix Remote Desktop not working in Windows 11?
1. Edit your registry
If you noticed that the Windows 11 Remote Desktop is not working after installing the 22H2 update, it is because the feature is trying to connect with UDP.
The solution here is to disable UDP by creating a new registry value.
2. Turn off UDP in Group Policy
This is another excellent solution if the Windows 11 Remote Desktop feature stops working after the 2022 update. With the above steps, the UDP client should be completely disabled and allow your PC to connect.
3. Make sure Remote Desktop is enabled
After enabling this, you will be able to use the Remote Desktop feature, and other PCs will also be able to access your PC remotely.
If the Windows 11 Remote Desktop is still not working after the first two solutions, you need to check if the feature is enabled. You might have mistakenly disabled it in the process of troubleshooting.
4. Check that Remote Desktop Services is enabled and running
Another factor that can stop the Windows 11 Remote Desktop from working is if it is disabled in Services. You need the service to run and startup automatically to enjoy a smooth connection.
5. Allow Remote Desktop through Windows Defender Firewall
6. Turn on network discovery
For the RDP feature to work, you must let it pass through your Firewall. Hence, if the Windows 11 Remote Desktop is working or responding on your PC, check if your Windows Defender Firewall is not blocking it.
We have come to the end of this detailed guide. We believe you now have everything to connect to your computer remotely from your comfort zone.
Similarly, check our excellent guide to get it working quickly if theRemote Desktop is greyed out on Windows 11.
Feel free to share the solution that helped you fix this issue in the comments below.
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Matthew Adams
Windows Hardware Expert
Matthew is a freelancer who has produced a variety of articles on various topics related to technology. His main focus is the Windows OS and all the things surrounding it.
He is passionate about the tech world, always staying up-to-date with the latest and greatest. With an analytical view, he likes problem-solving, focusing on errors and their causes.
In his free time, he likes to read and write about history and tries to always develop new skills.
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