How to Enable Multiple RDP Sessions for Multiple Users Windows 10 Remote Desktop Connection

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through the process of enabling multiple Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) sessions for several users on Windows 10. By following these steps, you'll be able to allow simultaneous RDP connections, troubleshoot common errors, and effectively use the RDP Wrapper tool. This is particularly useful for environments where multiple users need to access the same machine without interfering with each other.

Step 1: Create Windows Users

Before setting up multiple RDP sessions, you need to create Windows user accounts for each individual who will connect remotely.

• Go to Settings > Accounts > Family & other users.
• Click on Add someone else to this PC.
• Choose to create a new user account and follow the prompts to set it up.

Step 2: Add Users to RDP Security Group

You need to add users to the Remote Desktop Users group. There are two methods to do this:

Method 1: Using Computer Management

• Right-click on the Start menu and select Computer Management.
• Navigate to Local Users and Groups > Groups.
• Double-click on Remote Desktop Users.
• Click on Add, enter the usernames, and click OK.

Method 2: Using Command Prompt

• Open Command Prompt as an administrator.
• Run the following command:

  net localgroup "Remote Desktop Users" [username] /add
  

• Replace [username] with the actual username you want to add.

Step 3: Download RDP Wrapper from GitHub

To enable multiple RDP sessions, you will need to download RDP Wrapper.

• Visit the RDP Wrapper GitHub page at RDP Wrapper Releases.
• Download the latest release version suitable for your system.

Step 4: Bypass Dangerous Download Blocked in Google Chrome

If you encounter a security block while downloading:

• Open Google Chrome.
• Go to Settings > Privacy and security > Security.
• Under Safe Browsing, select No protection (not recommended for routine use).

Step 5: Install RDP Wrapper

Once downloaded, install the RDP Wrapper:

• Extract the downloaded RDP Wrapper files.
• Right-click on install.bat and select Run as administrator.

Step 6: Verify RDP Wrapper Version

After installation, verify that RDP Wrapper is working correctly.

• Open Command Prompt and run:

  RDPConf.exe
  

• Check if the RDP Wrapper version is supported.

Step 7: Obtain Supported Configuration File

To ensure RDP Wrapper is fully functional, you may need the correct configuration file:

• Visit the GitHub page where RDP Wrapper configurations are stored.
• Download the specific configuration file that matches your Windows version.

Step 8: Allow Multiple RDP Sessions

To configure the settings for multiple RDP sessions:

• Open RDPConf.exe.
• Ensure settings for multiple sessions are enabled.

Step 9: Log in as Local User through RDP

Test the configuration by logging in:

• Use the RDP client to connect using a local user account.
• Enter the credentials for the user you created earlier.

Step 10: Troubleshoot Common Errors

If you encounter errors during login, consider the following solutions:

• Your credentials did not work: Ensure correct username and password are used.
• Another user is signed in: This indicates that the user already has an active session. Multiple sessions may need to be configured in the group policy.

Step 11: Configure Windows Group Policy

To allow multiple RDP sessions through Group Policy:

• Open the Run dialog (Windows + R) and type gpedit.msc.
• Navigate to Computer Configuration > Administrative Templates > Windows Components > Remote Desktop Services > Remote Desktop Session Host > Connections.
• Enable the policy for Restrict Remote Desktop Services users to a single Remote Desktop Services session.

Step 12: Update Windows Group Policy

After making changes, ensure to update the Group Policy:

• Open Command Prompt and run:

  gpupdate /force
  

Step 13: Test Multiple RDP Sessions

Finally, test the setup by having multiple users login simultaneously:

• Use different user accounts to connect via RDP.
• Ensure that each user can connect without disconnecting others.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can successfully enable multiple RDP sessions on Windows 10 for various users. Make sure to troubleshoot any errors that arise and adjust the Group Policy settings as necessary. For further enhancements, keep your RDP Wrapper updated and refer back to the GitHub repository for support and updates.