If your issue lies on the host machine (the computer you are trying to connect to ), the Remote Desktop Service itself might be hung or corrupted. You can reinstall/restart this service via the Services console: Press , type services.msc , and press Enter .
Navigate to the following registry path: HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Microsoft\Terminal Server Client
After toggling, always check services.msc for "Remote Desktop Services (TermService)". Ensure it is running and set to Automatic . reinstall remote desktop connection
Scroll down to and ensure both Private and Public networks are checked. 3. Restart the RDP Services The background services governing RDC may be stalled. Press Windows Key + R , type services.msc , and press Enter . Locate Remote Desktop Services .
Disclaimer: Modifying the registry incorrectly can cause system instability. Follow these instructions exactly. Press Windows Key + R , type regedit , and press . If your issue lies on the host machine
If the legacy client continues to fail, Microsoft provides alternative modern clients that offer better stability and security updates.
Note: If prompted to restart your computer, type Y and hit Enter. Step 3: Run the Installation Command Ensure it is running and set to Automatic
If none of those work, let’s reinstall.
Double-click them, change the to Automatic , and click Apply . To help troubleshoot further, please tell me:
Navigate to , then click on Optional features (or Installed apps > Optional features depending on your Windows version). Scroll down or search for Remote Desktop Connection . Click on it and select Uninstall . Restart your computer. Return to the Optional features menu. Click Add a feature (or View features ).