Headless Windows 10 Setup with GT1030, Intel Core i5, and Z87M-PLUS: Troubleshooting RDP Host Error Code 0x3 and Extended Code 0x12
Setting up a headless Windows 10 machine with a GT1030 graphics card, Intel Core i5 processor, and Z87M-PLUS motherboard can be a challenging task, especially when it comes to remote desktop connections. In this article, we will cover the steps to troubleshoot RDP host error code 0x3 and extended code 0x12 during the setup process.
Understanding RDP Host Error Code 0x3 and Extended Code 0x12
Error code 0x3 and extended code 0x12 in RDP host indicate that the remote computer cannot be connected due to a network error. This error can occur due to several reasons, such as firewall settings, network adapter configurations, or incorrect RDP settings.
Troubleshooting RDP Host Error Code 0x3 and Extended Code 0x12
To troubleshoot RDP host error code 0x3 and extended code 0x12, follow the steps below:
Check the firewall settings on both the client and host machines. Ensure that the RDP ports are open and that the firewall is not blocking the connection.
Verify that the network adapter is configured correctly on the host machine. Make sure that the IP address and DNS settings are correct and that the network adapter is enabled.
Check the RDP settings on the host machine. Ensure that the RDP is enabled and that the correct port is being used. Also, make sure that the user account has the necessary permissions to connect remotely.
Try restarting the RDP service on the host machine. This can be done by opening the Services console, locating the Remote Desktop Services, and restarting the service.
If the above steps do not resolve the issue, try resetting the network adapter on the host machine. This can be done by opening the Device Manager, locating the network adapter, right-clicking on it, and selecting the "Disable" option. After a few seconds, right-click on the network adapter again and select the "Enable" option.
Configuring RDP for Headless Windows 10 Setup
Once the RDP host error code 0x3 and extended code 0x12 have been resolved, the next step is to configure RDP for headless Windows 10 setup. Follow the steps below to configure RDP:
Open the System Properties window on the host machine. This can be done by right-clicking on the Computer icon and selecting the "Properties" option.
Click on the "Remote" tab and select the "Allow remote connections to this computer" option.
Click on the "Select Users" button and add the user account that will be used to connect remotely.
Click on the "Advanced" button and select the "Allow connections only from computers running Remote Desktop with Network Level Authentication" option.
Click "OK" to save the changes.
Connecting to the Headless Windows 10 Setup
To connect to the headless Windows 10 setup, follow the steps below:
Open the Remote Desktop Connection window on the client machine. This can be done by typing "mstsc" in the Run dialog box.
Enter the IP address or hostname of the headless Windows 10 setup in the Computer field.
Click on the "Options" button and enter the user account and password for the headless Windows 10 setup.
Click "Connect" to establish the remote desktop connection.
References
# Example RDP configuration file
[rdp]
port=3389
enable_nla=1
[user]
username=myuser
password=mypassword
[license]
grant_administrative_connection=1