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Workflow with Windows Remote Desktop Session Host Installation and Configuration
After enabling Installing Remote Desktop Services and its licensing, you can install and configure Workflow on a Remote Desktop Session Host.
Configure a Remote Desktop to Connect to a Remote Desktop Session Host
Windows^® Server 2008 R2, Windows^® 7, and Windows^® Server 2012 provides the Remote Desktop Connection to configure and connect to a remote Remote Desktop Session Host.

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    - Remote Desktop Session Host
      This information is intended for system integrators, IT administrators, and engineers responsible for setting up and optimizing a Workflow Remote Desktop Session Host environment.
    - Remote Desktop Services (Terminal Services)
      With Remote Desktop Services for Microsoft^® Windows^® Server 2008 R2 and Windows^® Server 2012, you can centrally manage and execute Workflow.
    - Getting Started with Remote Desktop Session Host
      Before installing Workflow on a Windows^® Server 2008 R2 or computer, you must enable and set up the Windows Remote Desktop Session Host.
    - Workflow with Windows Remote Desktop Session Host Installation and Configuration
      After enabling Installing Remote Desktop Services and its licensing, you can install and configure Workflow on a Remote Desktop Session Host.
      - Prerequisites for Workflow on a Remote Desktop Session Host
        Prior to installing any applications for use with Remote Desktop Session Host clients, refer to the Microsoft^® Remote Desktop Session Host documentation regarding concept, configuration, and use of ROOTDRIVE.
      - Install Workflow on a Remote Desktop Session Host
        Follow the installation steps, as outlined in the Workflow Getting Started Guide, to install Workflow on a Remote Desktop Session Host.
      - Specify the program that starts when the user logs on to the Remote Desktop Session Host
        You can create a secure environment that prevents operators from performing unauthorized actions, such as using the Ctrl+Alt+Delete key combination to shut down the Remote Desktop Session Host. You can configure this in Windows, with user properties and group policies.
      - Configure a Remote Desktop to Connect to a Remote Desktop Session Host
        Windows^® Server 2008 R2, Windows^® 7, and Windows^® Server 2012 provides the Remote Desktop Connection to configure and connect to a remote Remote Desktop Session Host.
    - Troubleshoot Your Workflow Remote Desktop Session Host Environment
      To successfully troubleshoot your Workflow Remote Desktop Session Host environment, you first need to isolate the source of your problem.
    - Frequently-Asked Questions About Using Workflow with Remote Desktop Session Host
      The following list outlines some of the frequently-asked questions about using Workflow with Remote Desktop Services.
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Configure a Remote Desktop to Connect to a Remote Desktop Session Host

Windows^® Server 2008 R2, Windows^® 7, and Windows^® Server 2012 provides the Remote Desktop Connection to configure and connect to a remote Remote Desktop Session Host.

Procedure

Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > Remote Desktop Connection.
The Remote Desktop Connection dialog box appears.
Click Options.
On the General tab, in the Computer field, enter or select a name from the drop-down list.
In the User name field, enter a user name and, if applicable, preface it with your domain name followed by a backslash.
Click the Display tab.
Leave the default remote desktop size but, if required, change the color setting.
Click the Experience tab.
Select the performance options that your client requires. GE digital recommends that you clear all check boxes except Persistent bitmap caching.
Select the Reconnect if connection is dropped check box.
Click Connect to connect to the Remote Desktop Session Host.