Option 1 - Modifying termsrv.dll
When I use RDP on Windows, I can simply add a file to the clipboard and paste it inside the RDP window. The same thing doesn't seem to work in the mac version of RDP. If I try to share one of my Mac's folders with the RDP computer, and then double click that drive in RDP it says. Apple has their own remote access software called Apple Remote Desktop (ARD) which is a shareware that cost $79.99. It comes with some powerful features such as software distribution and automation to perform repetitive tasks on remote computers, but unfortunately it is meant for Mac to Mac.
To have concurrent user sessions working in Windows 10, you need to make small changes to termsrv.dll file. This file is located in C:WindowsSystem32 folder. Before modifying termsrv.dllfor the first time, you need to take ownership and assign yourself full permissions. You also need to stop Remote Desktop service (TermService) if it's running.
DLL files can be modified using any HEX Editor (for example Tiny Hexer). You can do this yourself by replacing strings shown below, or just download patched versions from this page.
Windows 10 x64 v2004 - May 2020 Update (20H1)
After this update termsrv.dll is upgraded to version 10.0.19041.84 To get back concurrent remote desktop connections, make the following changes:
Find:
39 81 3C 06 00 00 0F 84 D9 51 01 00
replace with:
B8 00 01 00 00 89 81 38 06 00 00 90
The patched version can be download from here. The original, v10.0.19041.84 file can be found here.
Older Windows 10 versions
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Windows 10 x64 v1909 - November 2019 Update
After this update termsrv.dll is upgraded to version 10.0.18362.657. To get back concurrent remote desktop connections, make the following changes:
Find:
39 81 3C 06 00 00 0F 84 5D 61 01 00
replace with:
B8 00 01 00 00 89 81 38 06 00 00 90
The patched version can be download from here. The original, v10.0.17763.1 file can be found here.
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Windows 10 x64 v1903 - May 2019 Update
After this update termsrv.dll is upgraded to version 10.0.18362.53. To get back concurrent remote desktop connections, make the following changes:
Find:
39 81 3C 06 00 00 0F 84 5D 61 01 00
replace with:
B8 00 01 00 00 89 81 38 06 00 00 90
The patched version can be download from here. The original, v10.0.17763.1 file can be found here.
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Windows 10 x64 v1809 - October 2018 Update + Cumulative April 2019 Update
After this update termsrv.dll is upgraded to version 10.0.17763.437. To get back concurrent remote desktop connections, the make the following changes:
Find:
39 81 3C 06 00 00 0F 84 3B 2B 01 00
replace with:
B8 00 01 00 00 89 81 38 06 00 00 90
The patched version can be download from here. The original, v10.0.17763.437 file can be found here.
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Windows 10 x64 v1809 - October 2018 Update
Windows 10 October 2018 Update (1809) updates termsrv.dll to version 10.0.17763.1. To get back concurrent remote desktop connections, the make the following changes:
Find:
39 81 3C 06 00 00 0F 84 7F 2C 01 00
replace with:
B8 00 01 00 00 89 81 38 06 00 00 90
The patched version can be download from here. The original, v10.0.17763.1 file can be found here.
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Windows 10 x64 v1803 - Spring 2018 Update (March 2018)
Windows 10 Spring 2018 Update (1803) updates termsrv.dll to version 10.0.17134.1. To get back concurrent remote desktop connections, make the following changes:
Find:
8B 99 3C 06 00 00 8B B9 38 06 00 00
replace with:
B8 00 01 00 00 89 81 38 06 00 00 90
The patched version can be download from here. The original, v10.0.17134.1 file can be found here.
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Windows 10 Fall Creators Update (1709 - Redstone 3)
Updates termsrv.dll to version 10.0.16299.15. To get back concurrent remote desktop connections, make the following changes:
Find:
39 81 3C 06 00 00 0F 84 B1 7D 02 00
replace with:
B8 00 01 00 00 89 81 38 06 00 00 90
The patched version can be download from here. The original, v10.0.16299.15 file can be found here.
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Windows 10 x64 v1703 - Creators Update (April 2017)
Windows 10 Creators Update (1703 - Redstone 2) updates termsrv.dll to version 10.0.15063.0. To get back concurrent remote desktop connections, make the following changes:
Find:
39 81 3C 06 00 00 0F 84 53 71 02 00
replace with:
B8 00 01 00 00 89 81 38 06 00 00 90
The patched version can be download from here. Original, v10.0.15063.0 file can be found here.
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Windows 10 x64 Threshold 2 (November 2015)
Windows 10 Fall Update (also called 'Threshold Wave 2 Update') updates termsrv.dll to version 10.0.10586.0. To get back concurrent remote desktop connections, make the following changes:
Find:
39 81 3C 06 00 00 0F 84 3F 42 02 00
39 81 3C 06 00 00 0F 84 3F 42 02 00
replace with:
B8 00 01 00 00 89 81 38 06 00 00 90
B8 00 01 00 00 89 81 38 06 00 00 90
The patched version can be download from here. Original, v10.0.10586.0 file is here.
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Windows 10 x64 RTM (August 2015)
termsrv.dll file version 10.0.10240.16384.
In termsrv.dll find:
39 81 3C 06 00 00 0F 84 73 42 02 00
39 81 3C 06 00 00 0F 84 73 42 02 00
and replace it with:
B8 00 01 00 00 89 81 38 06 00 00 90
B8 00 01 00 00 89 81 38 06 00 00 90
The patched version can be downloaded from here. The original, untouched version of termsrv.dll v10.0.10240.16384 can be downloaded from here.
Option 2 - RDP Wrapper
Instead of modifying termsrv.dll file you can use RDP Wrapper which acts as a middleman between Terminal Services and Service Control Manager. This way you don't need to touch termsrv.dll file. Actually, if you already modified your termsrv.dll file, you need to revert to the original version before using this method.
Download and extract RDPWrap-v1.6.1.zip (or newer), then run install.bat as admin. After installation is completed, run RDPConfig.exe. If all items under Diagnostics are green, you should be good to go.
If 'Listener state' is 'Listening [not supported]', you will need to update the wrapper's configuration (.ini) file.
With the latest version of RDP Wrapper you no longer need to update rdpwrap.ini manually. Simply run update.bat and everything will be done automatically.
If update.bat doesn't add support to your Windows version, try checking Open Issues on RDP Wrapper GitHub page. You may find how to manually update rdpwrap.ini until official support is added.
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Remote access to Mac, anywhere
Get Screens and work across multiple remote Macs.
While many countries are on a lockdown due to COVID-19, remote work is becoming a lifestyle. Remotely accessing a Mac is designed to be easy. Apple has spent a lot of time ensuring anyone can log in to their Macs — both desktop and laptop — from any other Mac device, anywhere. And, besides, there are a variety of third-party apps ready to help with that too.
Still, remotely managing their Mac sounds overly complicated to a lot of people. From how you connect to sharing files or screens to using your Apple device as a remote mouse, we want to demystify the process in the easy-to-follow guide below.
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How to access your Mac from another location
There're two ways: you can allow remote login to your Mac from another computer, or allow others to access your computer using Remote Desktop (it's available from the App Store).
Allow remote login to your Mac from another computer
For devices using the same macOS, you can allow remote Mac login using a Secure Shell (SSH). This enables Mac remote desktop access using a Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP).
To set up Remote Login:
- Go to System Preferences > Sharing
- Select Remote Login.
- Choose which users you want to have remote access to or the ability to control your Mac.
You can either select All Users, which means any other device on your network, or any Mac you own, can access and connect, or click the plus sign to pick the exact users.
When you want to remotely log in to your Mac from another device, you need to know your username (the name that appears when you login) and your computer's IP address. Write them down and keep them safe, as allowing access to your Mac does make it potentially less secure, especially over cellular or public Wi-Fi networks.
Accessing, controlling, or viewing information on your Mac can be done with a built-in Terminal or any other SSH app using your username and IP address.
Allow others to access your computer using Apple Remote Desktop
With macOS remote Mac access, things are even easier. To set up it:
- Go to Menu > System Preferences > Sharing
- Select Remote Management - it should appear as a checkbox.
- Now you can select who has remote desktop access. Either select, All Users, which means any other device on your network, or Mac you own, can access and connect, or click the Add button(+), which gives you the ability to select who can have remote access and/or control.
If you are using a VPN or VNC viewer and want to access your Mac remotely, you will need to set up a password first. It is also possible to use iOS devices, such as an iPhone and iPad, through Apple Remote Desktop, available from the App Store.
How to stay on the same page with Screens
Collaboration has become of utmost importance to today's workplaces. And with more and more people working remotely, being on the same screen (ahem, page) is a must.
Screens allows you to work remotely with any computer regardless of your location. Whether you are on a business trip or traveling, stay confident knowing you can access any file on your home computer at any time.
This robust screen sharing tool for Mac supports:
- Multiple displays
- Drag-and-drop file sharing
- Hiding your remote screen while accessing it
- Accessing other computers (e.g. colleague's) as a guest
- Alternative shortcuts (useful when connecting Mac to PC)
- Custom actions in case of disconnection
To start using Screens, get the app from Setapp and configure the following:
- Remote login and remote management (as per the guide above)
- Install Screens Connect helper app and create a Screens ID on every machine you'd like to connect to in the future
- Use your Screens ID in the Screens app and it will automatically determine which of your computers are available for connection
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Share files between devices
Today we have plenty of ways to send and share files. But ask someone to send something, and you are likely to get it through email. Due to the ubiquitousness of email, it's still the default method for file sharing, despite its obvious flaws and constraints.
Fortunately, there are much better ways:
Native macOS File Sharing
Few people know that their Mac has native file sharing functionality built-in. To use this feature, activate it in the Sharing pane of System Preferences by checking File Sharing. If you only want to share specific folders, add them to the Shared Folders list. If you only want specific users to access the folder, add them to its Users list. Otherwise, everyone will be able to access it.
AirDrop
Although not the most reliable solution, AirDrop works fine for occasional sharing a file between Apple devices. In the Finder, choose Go and then AirDrop on both the sending and receiving Mac. As soon as you see the receiver's user icon, drag the desired file onto it to send.
Read more about how to use AirDrop
Dropshare
If you don't want to send files Mac-to-Mac directly but rather through a cloud storage, there is no easier way than Dropshare. The app works with numerous cloud providers, from Dropbox to Google Drive, and saves your files for sharing by simply dragging them onto its menu bar icon.
File Transfer Protocol (FTP)
The most technical but also the most robust way to share files from your Mac is to use FTP, which you could do either through Terminal or an FTP Client, the latter being much more user friendly.
There are a few popular FTP clients one could choose from. The robust file managing app ForkLift covers most of the FTP functionality but takes it to the next level and could be a viable replacement for the Finder altogether with its quick search, instant previews, and file comparison.
DCommander is another full-featured file transfer app for Mac that combines speed and reliability, able to handle thousands of files, schedule backups, and even automate transfers.
At last, when it comes to sharing the same files on different devices, an app like ChronoSync Express becomes invaluable.
ChronoSync Express is a powerful tool for sharing and transferring files from Mac to Mac, or any other Apple device. With a feature called Synchronizer Document, you can select which files need to be automatically synchronized and shared between devices, just like that:
- Create a new synchronizer document for each folder synchronization you'd like to perform
- Name the synchronization
- Change the Operation to Synchronize Bidirectionally
- Select folders to sync on the left and right
- Test with a Trial Sync
Do you need to use a VPN (Virtual Private Network)?
Whether you are working on your Mac directly, logging into your Mac remotely, or sharing access with someone else, security should be on top of your mind. Veracrypt.
As a rule of thumb, you should always use a VPN when connected to a public Wi-Fi network, as someone could log in and see the information you send just as easily as you do.
And with remote access — even in the View Only mode — someone can see every file and document on your Mac, except those that are password protected. Unfortunately, if you leave passwords in a visible document, you expose yourself to immense risks.
A secure VPN client for Mac like Shimo is well worth using to stop unwanted eyes from lurking around, especially if you are sharing sensitive files, financial records or customer data.
However, for extra peace of mind and security, consider firing up your VPN automatically on all networks you are not 100% sure about to keep your emails, bank accounts and personal documents safe.
To share your Mac with someone else, download a remote Virtual Network Computing (VNC) app like Jump Desktop. With full remote access and Mac remote control, the other person — or yourself connecting to another Mac — can have the same level of control as the person using that device. Except for Admin level access, since it's password protected.
Starting with Jump Desktop is easy: either yourself (gaining access) or the person you are giving a remote view or control access to your Mac, needs to add details of the device and the password.
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Once permission is granted at the other end, remote Mac screen sharing or control (whereby you can use the iOS device as a remote mouse) becomes possible.
How to use your iOS device as a remote mouse
If your remote work starts on a patio hammock somewhere in east Asia, you should note that Apple iOS devices, such as an iPhone or iPad, can be used to control a Mac remotely, much like a mouse can control a desktop or laptop. Apps that make this possible work on VNC.
Remote Mouse is the easiest, most effective way to turn your iOS device into a wireless remote control for your Mac.
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Although remote access through a local network would be most effective, since the closer you are to the device the quicker the connection, it's also possible from anywhere in the world, providing the network is secure and fast enough.
Setting up and granting access to the iOS device is the same process as when someone wants to access using a Mac. Except you need to give them a password. And make sure it is different from your primary Mac or iOS (App Store) one.
So working together or checking on your devices can be done from anywhere in the world and there are lots of ways to do that, from sharing screens and files to having complete access to a system set up far away. Setapp equips you with all the apps needed to remotely access any device you need and elevate your work to the global level. Microsoft edge chan.
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