Windows
Remote Desktop shortcut needed to connect to the server
The Remote Desktop shortcut was configured and tested. The connection worked, and the username was saved so only the password is needed going forward.
Killed once by someone from XL.net, on 2026-10-05.
What you see
- Remote server connection would not complete until the RDP shortcut was configured.
Why it happens
Likely Likely an RDP shortcut configuration issue; the ticket does not prove the original setting that was wrong.
When it shows up
A Windows computer can reach the remote host, but the user still cannot connect until the saved RDP shortcut is set up correctly.
You are in this case if:
- Remote Desktop shortcut is used for the connection
- Username is saved in the shortcut
- Connection succeeds after the shortcut is configured
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Someone from XL.net killed this on a Windows computer on 2026-10-05. It is written up from that one repair, so it cites no outside page.