Since it debuted on Windows, Remote Desktop Connection has undergone several name changes. On separate occasions, it has been referred to as Microsoft Terminal Services Client, mstsc, Remote Desktop, or tsclient.Nowadays, the name that has stuck with IT spheres is Remote Desktop or RDP. RDP is widely used in corporate environments where individuals constantly access, transfer, and modify resources and data on client machines. However, what if the option to enable Remote Desktop is greyed out in Windows 10? This article provides a solution to this problem. <\/p>\n
\nRDP is a special protocol that enables remotely controlling a computer or virtual machine connected to the same network.<\/p>\n
In IT terms, the remotely controlled device is called the “<\/i>client device,” while the device making the connection is the “<\/i>administrator.” Remote connection is only possible when both machines are on the same Wi-Fi network or connected to the Internet <\/a>. <\/p>\n The administrator can remotely take control of the client’s computer. <\/p>\n Depending on the specific RDP configuration, the user may be able to control everything remotely or only have access to the client PC’s mouse, keyboard, etc. <\/p>\n Casual computer users utilize a form of RDP when they connect their mobile devices and PCs to the same network and control the former through the latter. <\/p>\n However, IT professionals, customer support representatives, and managed service providers (or MSPs) mostly use standard RDP. <\/p>\n Also read:<\/strong> How to Protect Yourself on the Internet <\/a><\/p>\n \nUsually, setting up RDP on Windows 10 is pretty straightforward. Depending on whether the connection is through a local network or the Internet, you only need to enable a few settings, and you’re home and hosed.<\/p>\n Just to refresh your memory, here are the quick methods to initiate an RDP on a local network and over the web.<\/p>\n RDP over a local network:<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n Follow these steps for Windows 11 (Windows 11 Pro):<\/strong><\/p>\n RDP over an internet connection:<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n Of course, the Allow remote connections to this computer <\/i> option in System Properties must be enabled for remote connections to work over the Internet or a local network. However, there have been many complaints lately that the option to enable RDP on the computer is greyed out and disabled. This means that users cannot enable the option and start Remote Desktop. If you are one of the affected users, you can use the steps below to fix the “ Remote Desktop option greyed out” issue on Windows 10. <\/p>\n Also read:<\/strong> Boost Internet on Your PC: Tips on How to Speed Up Your Internet Connection <\/a><\/p>\n \nYou must change some registry settings to make the Allow remote connections to this computer<\/em> option selectable if it is greyed out. The registry isn’t something you can handle with kid gloves, as making mistakes can cause system failure.<\/p>\n Before you proceed with the tips here, it is recommended that you create a system restore <\/a> point. Another good idea is to back up your registry <\/a>. <\/p>\n Once you’ve taken the necessary precautions, follow these steps to fix the “Remote Desktop greyed out” issue in Windows 10.\n<\/p>\n Once in the registry, navigate to this location: <\/p>\n If the fDenyTSConnections <\/em>DWORD is missing, you can create it by right-clicking the blank space in the right pane and selecting New > DWORD (32-bit) Value<\/em>. After the new DWORD shows up, give it this name: fDenyTSConnections <\/i>. <\/p>\n The options for the fDenyTSConnections Value data are:<\/p>\n 0: Allow users to connect remotely using Terminal Services\/Remote Desktop <\/i><\/p>\n 1: Disallow users to connect remotely using Terminal Services\/Remote Desktop <\/i>\n<\/p>\n Reboot the PC now and check the Remote<\/em> tab in System Properties or the System<\/em> page in Settings (Windows 11). The greyed-out option should now be available. Rarely, additional registry issues can prevent the option from appearing even after making the above fix. <\/p>\n
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\nHow to Fix the “ <\/i>Remote Desktop Option Is Greyed Out” Issue on Windows 10<\/h2>\n
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