RDCMan

RDCMan

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Information

Version:
2.92
Size:
0.3 Mb
License:
0
OS:
Windows
Architecture:
64-bit

RDCMan (Remote Desktop Connection Manager) is a useful utility tool developed by Microsoft that helps system administrators and IT professionals efficiently manage multiple Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) connections. This application allows users to organize and control numerous remote desktop sessions through a single interface.

Key features of RDCMan include:

  • Grouping remote connections in a hierarchical tree structure
  • Saving credentials for quick access
  • Supporting simultaneous connections to multiple servers
  • Enabling thumbnail previews of active sessions
  • Allowing inheritance of connection properties
  • Providing secure credential storage

The program is particularly valuable for users who need to manage multiple Windows servers or workstations remotely. Although Microsoft has discontinued official support for RDCMan, many IT professionals still use it or its alternatives due to its practical functionality and user-friendly interface.

While using RDCMan, users can create connection profiles, share them with team members, and implement various security settings to protect sensitive connection information. This makes it an efficient tool for both individual administrators and IT teams working in enterprise environments.


AspectDescription
General Information
Full Name Remote Desktop Connection Manager (RDCMan)
Developer Microsoft
Latest Version 2.7 (2014)
Purpose Managing multiple remote desktop connections
Operating System Windows
License Freeware
Key Features
Connection Groups Allows organizing connections in hierarchical tree structure
Inheritance Settings can be inherited from parent groups
Smart Groups Dynamic groups based on rules and criteria
Multi-Select Ability to select multiple servers simultaneously
Credentials Management Secure storage of login credentials
Virtual Machine Connect Direct connection to Hyper-V virtual machines
Custom Properties Add custom fields to server properties
Security Features
Encryption Encrypted storage of passwords
Smart Card Support Compatible with smart card authentication
Gateway Server Support Supports Remote Desktop Gateway connections
Group Policies Integration with Windows Group Policy
Interface Features
Thumbnail View Live thumbnails of connected sessions
Full Screen Support Supports multiple monitors and full-screen mode
Quick Search Fast server search functionality
Customizable Layout Adjustable interface layout and panels
File Management
File Format .rdg (XML-based configuration files)
Import/Export Ability to import/export connection settings
Backup Support Configuration backup and restore options
Integration
Remote Desktop Protocol Full RDP protocol support
Console Sessions Support for console/admin sessions
Command Line Command line interface support
System Requirements
Minimum OS Windows 7/Server 2008 R2 or later
.NET Framework .NET Framework 4.0 or higher
Memory 2GB RAM minimum
Disk Space 50MB minimum
Limitations
Max Connections Limited by system resources
Development Status No longer actively maintained
Modern Windows May have compatibility issues with newer Windows versions
Alternatives
Similar Tools - mRemoteNG
- Royal TS
- Remote Desktop Manager
Additional Features
Session Recording Built-in session recording capability
Connection Log Detailed connection logging
Screen Scaling DPI scaling support
Keyboard Shortcuts Customizable hotkeys