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12 Aug

How to Enable Ping (ICMP) on Windows Server 2019

By default, Windows Server 2019 blocks ICMP (ping) requests through the Windows Firewall. This means if someone tries to ping your server from another machine, they’ll get no response — even if the server is online.

Enabling ping can be useful for network troubleshooting, monitoring, or confirming that a server is reachable.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to allow ping (ICMP) traffic in Windows Server 2019 using Windows Defender Firewall.

Step 1: Open Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security

  1. Log in to your Windows Server 2019 as an administrator.
  2. Press the Windows key and type firewall in the search box.
  3. Click Windows Defender Firewall with Advanced Security from the search results.

Step 2: Go to Inbound Rules

  1. In the left-hand menu, click Inbound Rules.
  2. You’ll now see a list of predefined firewall rules.

Step 3: Enable the ICMP (Ping) Rule

  1. Scroll through the list and find the rule named:
    File and Printer Sharing (Echo Request – ICMPv4-In).
    • This rule allows IPv4 ping requests.
  2. Right-click the rule and select Enable Rule.

If you also want to allow IPv6 ping requests, enable the rule:
File and Printer Sharing (Echo Request – ICMPv6-In).

Step 4: Test the Ping

  1. Open Command Prompt on another computer.
  2. Type: ping IP-ADDRESS-OF-THE-SERVER (example: ping 10.10.10.10)
  3. Press Enter.
    • If the firewall rule is enabled, you’ll see Reply from… messages.
    • If the rule is disabled, you’ll get Request timed out.

You have successfully enabled ping (ICMP) on your Windows Server 2019.
Remember, while ping is useful for diagnostics, enabling it can expose your server to unnecessary network probes. Consider allowing ping only from trusted IP addresses for security.

12 Aug

How to Enable Remote Desktop (RDP) on Windows Server 2019

Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) allows you to connect to your Windows Server 2019 from another device. This is useful for server management, remote assistance, or accessing files and applications without being physically present at the server.

By default, RDP is disabled in Windows Server 2019 for security reasons. This guide will show you how to enable it and give users the necessary permissions.

Step 1: Enable Remote Desktop in Server Manager

  1. Log in to the server using an account with administrator rights.
  2. Open Server Manager.
    • You can find it in the Start menu, or it may open automatically after login.
  3. In the left panel, click “Local Server”.
  4. On the right, find the Remote Desktop section and click the text that says “Disabled”.
  5. In the System Properties window:
    • Select “Allow remote connections to this computer”.
    • (Optional) Click “Select Users…” to add other accounts that can connect via RDP.
  6. A warning will appear saying this will enable the necessary firewall rules. Click OK.
  7. Close the window and refresh Server Manager — the Remote Desktop status should now show Enabled.

Step 2: Allow RDP Through Windows Firewall (if needed)

In most cases, enabling Remote Desktop in Server Manager will automatically update the firewall rules.
If you still can’t connect, check the firewall settings:

  1. Open Windows Defender Firewall from the Start menu.
  2. Click Allow an app or feature through Windows Defender Firewall.
  3. Ensure Remote Desktop is allowed for the appropriate network profiles.

Step 3: Grant User Permissions for RDP

By default, members of the Administrators group can connect using RDP. If you want to allow other users:

  1. Press Windows + R, type compmgmt.msc, and press Enter to open Computer Management.
  2. Go to Local Users and Groups ? Users.
  3. Double-click the user account you want to allow.
  4. In the Member Of tab, add the user to the Remote Desktop Users group.
    (This is the standard method; the Dial-in tab is for VPN access, not RDP.)
  5. Click OK to save.

Step 4: Connect to the Server via RDP

Now that RDP is enabled and permissions are set:

  1. From another computer, open the Remote Desktop Connection app (mstsc).
  2. Enter the IP address or hostname of your Windows Server 2019.
  3. Log in using the account you configured.

? You’ve successfully enabled RDP on Windows Server 2019.
For better security, consider:

  • Changing the default RDP port.
  • Limiting access to trusted IP addresses via firewall.
  • Using strong passwords and enabling Network Level Authentication (NLA).