Authentication level
Applies To: Windows Server 2008
This setting determines what Remote Desktop Connection (RDC) should do when server authentication fails.
This setting corresponds to the selection in the If server authentication fails drop-down list on the Advanced tab under Options in RDC.
Syntax
authentication level:i:<value>
Values
| Value | Explanation |
|---|---|
0 |
If server authentication fails, connect to the computer without warning (Connect and don’t warn me). |
1 |
If server authentication fails, do not establish a connection (Do not connect). |
2 |
If server authentication fails, show a warning and allow me to connect or refuse the connection (Warn me). |
3 |
No authentication requirement is specified. |
The default value is 3.
Examples
To require server authentication, type:
authentication level:i:1