remote console

[meloadri]

I am able to do a remote console from my pc to a server by typing: mstsc -v:servername /f -console. This takes me to the server as if I'm in front of it, allowing me to see all open applications and does not create a different session for me. My issue is that I have to remember the command and do it in a command prompt all the time. Is there a better way of doing this or a short cut I can create? Thanks.

 

[NortonES2]

just mstsc /console

this will then prompt you for the servername, username and password.

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[rsacorp]

I would recommend the mstsc /console approach - if you want to get REALLY simple, go to the following path and put a shortcut on your desktop (your version of Windows may be slightly different - MS moved the location of the file in one of its XP updates):

Start / All programs / Accessories / Remote Desktop Connection

Right-click on the Remote Desktop Connection, and select Send -> to Desktop.

There's no "best way" - it's the solution that's best for you.

Mike Molenda

RSA Corp - Houston, TX
Technical Assistance Center

http://www.rsacorp.com

 

[Viconsul]

Create a shortcut to mstsc on your desktop and edit the target to point to %SystemRoot%\system32\mstsc.exe -v:server /f -console

 

[58sniper]

There are also some third party (including free) RDP managers that let you have a complete list of servers to connect to, complete with saved passwords. IIRC, there was one in Win XP as well.

Pat Richard MVP
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