Connecting to Windows

By default, your BinaryLane Windows server is configured to allow Administrator access via Remote Desktop.

Each Windows Server installation includes a single Remote Desktop licence for administrative access. In most cases, this single licence is sufficient. If you expect multiple users to connect concurrently, you will need additional Remote Desktop Client Access Licences (CALs).

When your server is created, the connection details - including the IP address, username (Administrator), and password - are shown on-screen and also emailed to you. If required, you can reset the Administrator account credentials through mPanel.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• How to connect from Windows
• How to connect from macOS
• Linux users
• Finding your server details

How to connect from Windows

1. Press the Windows key and type Remote Desktop Connection, then open the app (or press Win + R, type mstsc, and press Enter).
   
   
2. In Computer, enter your server’s IP address (available in mPanel → Dashboard):
   
   
   
3. ClickShow Options
4. In Username, enter Administrator.
   
   
   
5. (Optional) Tick to store your login (prompted after typing in your server's IP address). You have the ability to change these saved credentials after storing them:
   
   
   
6. Click
   
   
7. Enter your Administrator account password into the Password field
   
   
   
8. (Optional) if you tickedpreviously, should remain ticked.
   
   
9. If you see a warning about an untrusted certificate, click Yes to continue:
   
   
   

You should now be logged into your server:

Tip: Right-click the taskbar to access connection settings. You can adjust the window size and smart resizing from here.

How to connect from macOS

Use Microsoft’s Windows App from the Mac App Store.

1. Install Windows App from the Mac App Store and open it.
   
   
2. Select Add → Add PC.
   
   
3. In PC name, enter your server’s IP address.
   
   
4. Under User account, either choose Ask when requiredor add a saved account with:
   • User name: Administrator
   • Password: your server password
5. Save, then select the PC and click Connect.
   
   
6. If a certificate warning appears, choose Continue or Accept.
   
   

Detailed guidance: Get started with the Windows App – connect to devices and desktops

Linux users

Linux does not include a native Microsoft Remote Desktop client. You can use one of the following:

Option 1: Remmina (graphical)

1. Install Remmina (e.g. sudo apt install remmina remmina-plugin-rdp on Ubuntu/Debian).
   
   
2. Open Remmina → New connection.
   
   
3. Set Protocol to RDP, then enter:
   • Server: your server IP
   • User name: Administrator
   • Password: your server password
     
     
4. Save and connect. Accept any certificate warning.
   
   

Option 2: FreeRDP (command line)

1. Install FreeRDP (e.g. sudo apt install freerdp2-x11).
   
   
2. Connect with:

   xfreerdp /u:Administrator /v:<server-ip>

   Enter your password when prompted and accept the certificate on first connect.

Finding your server details

Your server’s IP address and Administrator credentials are available in:

• The setup email sent after server creation
  
  
• The mPanel Dashboard, under your server details:

⚠️: The password will only be displayed here until you navigate away from this page or the page is reloaded. If you need to reset the password, click the settings icon (⚙️), select 'Reset Password' and follow the instructions.

If you require assistance, feel free to submit a support ticket at our helpdesk here: Submit a ticket | BinaryLane