

Make sure the PC is turned on and connected to the network, and that remote access is enabled. The exact error is "we couldn't connect to the remote PC. I also have tried disabling the "require network level authentification" box which was checked, but that does not correct the problem. I do not know exactly what you mean by the same subnet but I assume it is I have been trying to connect simply from within the house to get it working, not from a different network.Īllow Remote Connections is chosen. Kindly look for the title Why can't I connect using Remote Desktop Connection If you need further assistance, let us know. My computer is connected by wireless router. User Moderator Replied on NovemReport abuse Hello Berry, To better help you with your concern, we suggest that you check this article: Remote Desktop Client on iOS: FAQ.
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I downloaded Remote Desktop App for Windows because in the instructions for the iOS app it tells you to install the Remote Desktop Client on the PC. I was redirected to this forum from here: Hi, I guess I did not realize where I was posting it. Wondering if that is related but I don't want to allow it and create an unnecessary security risk. One area where I've investigated that I see as "potentially" the problem is that "Remote Desktop" is allowed through the Windows firewall but there is a field for "Windows Remote Managment" that is not allowed and I'm I have tried closing FileBrowser to make sure it was not interfering There is no desktop sharing with this app which is why I want Remote Desktop.

I have FileBrowser app (Stratospherix) setup and it worked easily first time no problem. I always get the message that it is unable to connect to the computer. I have tried to connect to my PC from my ipad using:Ĭomputer name only (prompt for user & password) I made sure windows firewall is allowing remote desktop. I allowed 'remote desktop' in my settings. I installed the remote desktop app on my PC from windows store. I installed the remote desktop app on my iPad from app store. I have an ipad 4 running latest ios and a pc running windows 8.1.
