How do I setup a username and password for remote desktop?
Access computers remotely with Remote Desktop. Access your computer remotely using the Windows Remote Desktop. Remote Desktop allows you to access a remote computer using your Windows user name and password. The only criteria is that you must have permission to access the remote computer. Change the password for a Remote Desktop connection at any time by changing your log-on credentials for Windows. Use Remote Desktop to troubleshoot a remote computer or access files from a home or office computer on the go. Show Advertisement Step 1Press "Ctrl" plus "Alt" plus "Del" at the Windows login screen. If you do not receive a login screen when starting Windows, see Step 6. Video of the Day Step 2Choose "Change Password." Step 3Enter your old password. Step 4Type your new password. Step 5Type your new password again to confirm and press "OK." Advertisement Step 6Select "Start" or the start globe. Choose "Control Panel," select "User Accounts," select the account you want to change and choose "Create a password for your account" or "Change password." TipIf you are on a company network, you may be required to ask the IT department to change your password for you. WarningYou cannot access Remote Desktop unless you have a valid user account for the remote system. The remote system must be set to allow each individual user account that tries to access it remotely. Advertisement |