> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://flashrdp.com/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Windows RDP FAQ

> Questions about FlashRDP Windows RDP servers: Windows Server versions, licensing, connecting from any device, simultaneous users, audio, trading terminals and keeping programs running.

## Windows and licensing

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  <Accordion title="Which Windows versions can I choose?" icon="layers">
    Windows Server 2025 Standard, 2022 Standard, 2022 Optimized and 2019 Standard. You choose when you deploy, and you can switch versions later from the **Reinstall** tab. See [Windows RDP overview](/docs/windows-rdp/overview).
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Is a Windows license included?" icon="file-badge">
    Windows Server is installed with Microsoft's 180-day evaluation license at no extra cost. FlashRDP doesn't sell Windows licenses. For use beyond the evaluation period, activate your own Windows Server license. See [User responsibilities](/docs/terms/user-responsibilities).
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Is it a desktop or a server?" icon="monitor">
    Both. Windows Server has the same desktop, Start menu and File Explorer you know from Windows 10 and 11, and it runs most Windows desktop programs. It's built to stay online and accept remote connections.
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## Connecting

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  <Accordion title="How do I connect?" icon="plug">
    The quickest way: on the server's **Overview** tab in the [Billing Portal](https://new.flashrdp.com/servers), click **.rdp file** under **Connect with Remote Desktop**, open the file and sign in as `Administrator`. You can also enter the IP address in any Remote Desktop app. See [Connect to Windows RDP](/docs/windows-rdp/connect).
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I connect from a Mac, iPhone, Android or Linux?" icon="smartphone">
    Yes. Use the Windows App on macOS, iOS, iPadOS and Android, or Remmina on Linux. Step-by-step instructions for each are in [Connect to Windows RDP](/docs/windows-rdp/connect).
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="What's my username and password?" icon="key">
    The username is `Administrator`. The password is in your setup email, or set a new one with **Reset** next to **Password** on the server's **Overview** tab. See [Reset server password](/docs/control-panel/reset-server-password).
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="How many people can be connected at the same time?" icon="users">
    Windows Server allows two simultaneous Remote Desktop sessions for administration. More concurrent users need Microsoft Remote Desktop Services (RDS) client access licenses, which you buy and install yourself.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Does sound play through Remote Desktop?" icon="volume-2">
    Yes. Start the **Windows Audio** service on the server, then choose to play sound on your computer in your Remote Desktop app's settings.
  </Accordion>
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## Using your Windows server

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  <Accordion title="Will my programs keep running when I disconnect?" icon="play">
    Yes, if you close the Remote Desktop window. Don't **Sign out** from the Start menu: signing out closes your programs. Restarting the server also stops programs unless you set them to start automatically.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I run MT4, MT5 or trading bots?" icon="trending-up">
    Yes. Many customers run MetaTrader and expert advisors 24/7. Choose the location closest to your broker's servers for the lowest latency. See [Run MT4/MT5 on a VPS](/docs/guides/mt4-forex-trading).
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Which plan should I pick for Windows?" icon="tag">
    Windows uses more memory than Linux. BRONZE (2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM) suits one or two trading terminals or light browsing; SILVER (4 vCPU, 8 GB RAM) or larger suits several programs, many browser tabs or heavier apps. You can [upgrade](/docs/control-panel/upgrade-plan) later without reinstalling.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I change the Remote Desktop port?" icon="shield-half">
    Yes, and it's one of the best ways to cut down automated sign-in attempts. Follow [Secure your Windows RDP](/docs/security/rdp-security). Keep the built-in `Administrator` account working, because the Billing Portal's password reset uses it.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Can I install from my own ISO?" icon="disc">
    Yes, through the advanced Server Panel in the classic client area, which can mount ISO media. See [Advanced Server Panel](/docs/control-panel/server-panel#advanced-server-panel).
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

## Related Articles

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  <Card title="Connect to Windows RDP" icon="plug" href="/docs/windows-rdp/connect" />

  <Card title="Secure your Windows RDP" icon="shield-half" href="/docs/security/rdp-security" />
</CardGroup>


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