Step 5: Configuring RemoteFX for an Optimal Experience

Applies To: Windows Server 2008 R2 with SP1

Use the following procedures to optimize the RemoteFX experience:

• Use Local Group Policy Editor to configure the experience index for connections using RemoteFX.

To configure the experience index for connections when using RemoteFX

1. Log on to the RDSH-SRV computer as a member of the local Administrators group.

2. Click Start, and in the Search programs and files box, type gpedit.msc, and then press ENTER.

3. Navigate to Computer Configuration\Policies\Administrative Templates\Windows Components\Remote Desktop Services\Remote Desktop Session Host\Remote Session Environment.

4. Double-click Optimize visual experience when using RemoteFX.

5. Select the Enabled option.

6. In the Screen capture rate (frames per second) box, click Highest (best quality), and then click OK.

7. Select the Enabled option.

8. In the Screen Image quality box, click Highest (best quality), and then click OK.

9. Restart the RDSH-SRV computer.

Related topics

• Step 1: Setting Up the Infrastructure

• Step 2: Installing and Configuring Remote Desktop Session Host

• Step 3: Configuring RemoteFX on a Remote Desktop Session Host Server

• Step 4: Verifying the Functionality of RemoteFX for Remote Desktop Session Host

• Deploying Microsoft RemoteFX on a Remote Desktop Session Host Server Step-by-Step Guide (Home)