Remote Windows Management Capabilities

ServerEngine provides comprehensive remote management solutions for Windows systems through industry-standard protocols. Each protocol is optimized for specific use cases, providing IT administrators with the right tool for every scenario.

RDP with Copy/Paste
VNC User Support
WinRM PowerShell
SSH Secure Access

Supported Protocols & Capabilities

Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP)

Full desktop access with clipboard integration

Key Features

  • Full desktop remote control with native performance
  • Bidirectional clipboard (copy/paste) support
  • Multi-monitor display configurations
  • Local resource redirection (network drives)
  • High-performance graphics rendering

Technical Specifications

Port: 3389
Encryption: TLS 1.2/1.3
Authentication: NLA, Network Level Authentication
Best For: Full administrative control

Virtual Network Computing (VNC)

User support and collaboration sessions

Key Features

  • Real-time screen sharing for user assistance
  • Active Directory Authentication (Microsoft LDAP)
  • End-to-End encrypted session tunnels
  • Observation mode
  • Remote control

Technical Specifications

Port: 5900
Encryption: AES-256, TLS
Authentication: Password, Windows Authentication
Best For: User support

Windows Remote Management (WinRM)

PowerShell remote sessions and automation

Key Features

  • Full PowerShell remoting capabilities
  • Execute commands on multiple systems simultaneously
  • Script execution with parameter passing
  • Integration with existing PowerShell modules
  • Just Enough Administration (JEA) support

Technical Specifications

Default Port: 5985 (HTTP), 5986 (HTTPS)
Encryption: SSL/TLS, Kerberos, Negotiate
Authentication: Kerberos, NTLM, Certificate-based
Best For: Scripted administration and automation

Secure Shell (SSH)

Secure command-line access and file transfers

Key Features

  • Secure command-line access
  • Password authentication
  • Host Key Verification and Caching
  • Cross-Platform support
  • Compatibility with OpenSSH configurations

Technical Specifications

Port: 22
Encryption: AES-256, ChaCha20, Ed25519
Authentication: Password, Keyboard-interactive
Best For: Secure command-line administration

Recommended Use Cases

System Administration

Use RDP for full desktop control when performing complex system configurations, software installations, or troubleshooting that requires GUI access.

Help Desk Support

Utilize VNC for user support sessions where you need to demonstrate procedures, troubleshoot user issues, or provide guided assistance.

Automation & Scripting

Leverage WinRM for executing PowerShell scripts across multiple systems, gathering inventory data, or performing bulk administrative tasks.

Secure Remote Access

Employ SSH for secure command-line access, especially in restricted environments or when working with mixed Windows/Linux infrastructures.