{"id":1939,"date":"2022-12-12T16:59:56","date_gmt":"2022-12-12T16:59:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/?p=1939"},"modified":"2026-05-24T06:26:55","modified_gmt":"2026-05-24T06:26:55","slug":"fix-the-remote-computer-requires-network-level-authentication","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/fix-the-remote-computer-requires-network-level-authentication\/","title":{"rendered":"[Fixed] The Remote Computer Requires Network Level Authentication"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When working with domain-controlled systems when trying to remote access computers, users have reported the following error message: &#8220;<strong>The remote computer you want to connect requires network-level authentication (NLA); however, your Windows domain controller is unable to be reached to carry out NLA<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"571\" height=\"164\" src=\"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-32.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2081\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-32.png 571w, https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-32-300x86.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 571px) 100vw, 571px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are the admin on the computer that is remote, then you may disable NLA through the options available on the <strong>remote <\/strong>tab in the <strong>System Properties<\/strong> dialog box.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Also Read:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/credssp-encryption-oracle-remediation-fixed\/\">[Fixed] CredSSP Encryption Oracle Remediation<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/TRYRDP.png\" alt=\"TryRDP\" class=\"wp-image-1347\" width=\"1129\" height=\"140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/TRYRDP.png 728w, https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/TRYRDP-300x37.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1129px) 100vw, 1129px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Cause<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The reason for the error is that the domain&#8217;s controller is unable to be reached, so network-level authentication is not completed. The error was discovered even after the Network Level Authentication was turned on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best way to address the issue is to disable the Network Level Authentication completely. Although the NLA offers additional security, perhaps we are stuck with this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before implementing these suggestions, it is important to back up your files and create an exact copy of your registry. Ensure there aren&#8217;t any running tasks on either PC or computer before continuing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fix 1: Disable NLA through Properties<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Network Level Authentication feature is beneficial. It adds additional security, lets you bring an administrator of networks, and determines who can access which system by selecting a single box.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you decide to do this, check the RDP client is up-to-date and that the destination is domain authenticated.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It should also be possible to view the domain controller. We&#8217;ll go via our Remote Desktop Setting route and make it simple. If this does not work, we&#8217;ve also provided alternative solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use <strong>Windows + R<\/strong> Enter &#8220;<strong>sysdm.cpl<\/strong>&#8221; and then press <strong>Enter<\/strong>. You&#8217;ll be in the system properties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-26.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2072\" width=\"399\" height=\"206\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-26.png 399w, https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-26-300x155.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 399px) 100vw, 399px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click on the <strong>Remote <\/strong>tab, and then remove the checkmark &#8220;<strong>Allow the connection only to computers that run Remote Desktop using Network Level Security (recommended)<\/strong>&#8220;.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-27.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2073\" width=\"412\" height=\"468\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-27.png 412w, https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-27-264x300.png 264w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 412px) 100vw, 412px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Press <strong>Apply <\/strong>to save changes and then exit. Then try connecting to the remote computer once more and see if the issue has been resolved.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fix 2: Disable NLA through Registry<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This technique is also useful even if you need help to complete the first step for some reason. But be aware that this may require you to reboot your computer fully and could cause disruption if you run a production server.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Be sure to back up all your work, and commit to anything that remains within the stage environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click<strong> Windows + R<\/strong>, type &#8220;<strong>regedit<\/strong>&#8221; into the dialogue box, and then hit <strong>Enter <\/strong>to start the editor for the registry.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-28.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2074\" width=\"397\" height=\"205\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-28.png 397w, https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-28-300x155.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 397px) 100vw, 397px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In your registry editor, select<strong> File &gt; Connect Network Registry<\/strong>. Enter the information of the remote computer, and attempt to connect.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After you have connected, go to the following path for your files:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color:#54a8c7\"><strong>Pro Tip: If you are experiencing an issue with your PC or notebook, look into Restore Repair, which can scan the repositories for damaged and lost files. It works in the majority of situations in which the issue arises due to a corrupted system.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Then, change the values below to the <strong>number 0<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, navigate to <strong>PowerShell<\/strong> and run the command<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fix 3: Disabling the use of PowerShell<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of my favourite ways to disable NLA without going into any details is to disable it with this PowerShell remote command. PowerShell lets you tap into the remote computer, and after identifying the machine, we can run the commands that disable the NLA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start <strong>PowerShell<\/strong> on your PC using <strong>Windows + S<\/strong> type &#8220;<strong>Powershell<\/strong>&#8221; in the dialogue box, then right-click the result and choose &#8220;<strong>Run with administrator privileges<\/strong>&#8220;.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>After you have logged into PowerShell, Execute these commands:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>$TargetMachine = \"Target-Machine-Name\"<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fix 4: Utilizing the Group Policy Editor<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another method for disabling the NLA is to use an editor for group policies. This is a good option for those who want to disable it completely.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Note that GPO Editor can be an extremely effective tool, and changing values you need to be aware of could make your computer unusable. Be sure to take backups of all values before you begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Click <strong>Windows + R<\/strong> Enter &#8220;<strong>gpedit.msc<\/strong>&#8221; into the dialogue box, then press <strong>Enter<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"411\" height=\"197\" src=\"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-29.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2075\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-29.png 411w, https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-29-300x144.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 411px) 100vw, 411px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>After you have logged into the group policy editor, go to the following route:<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<pre class=\"wp-block-code\"><code>Microsoft Windows &gt; Computer Configuration, Administrative Templates Desktop Services &gt; Remote Desktop Session Host &gt; Security.<\/code><\/pre>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Then search for <strong>&#8216;Require authenticated users to connect remotely, using Network Level Authentication and disabling it<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-30.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2076\" width=\"566\" height=\"398\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-30.png 754w, https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-30-300x211.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 566px) 100vw, 566px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-31.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2077\" width=\"515\" height=\"477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-31.png 686w, https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/image-31-300x278.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 515px) 100vw, 515px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>     Following this step, you can check if the error is fixed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take note that even after all of these steps, if you&#8217;re still unable to connect, attempt to remove the computer from your domain and reread it. This will reset all settings and fix it for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>FA<\/strong>Q<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1671176202239\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How do you join Remote Desktop using Network Level authentication?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">NLA can be turned on or deactivated on the device that you want to disable it through one of the following paths <strong>Setting app > System > Remote Desktop > toggle Remote Desktop ON<\/strong>, then Click <strong>Confirm<\/strong> in the screen that opens > Advanced Settings > choose to Require computers to utilize the Network Level authentication for connection (recommended)<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1671176211702\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How can I fix it? The remote computer that needs Network Level Security Authentication?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Let&#8217;s examine the steps to follow:<br\/>Enter <strong>Win+R<\/strong> to start the <strong>Run <\/strong>command dialogue box.<br\/>Type &#8220;<strong>sysdm.cpl<\/strong>&#8220;<br\/>Go to your <strong>Remote <\/strong>tab.<br\/>Check the Only allow connections from computers that run Remote Desktop using Network Level Authentication (recommended) option.<br\/>Press <strong>Apply<\/strong>, then press <strong>OK<\/strong>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1671176231742\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How can I deactivate Remote Desktop Network Level Authentication?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Right-click on the connections to RDP-Tcp to open the <strong>Properties <\/strong>window. Under the <strong>General <\/strong>tab, uncheck Allow the connection only for computers running Remote Desktop using Network Level Authentication selected.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1671176261758\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What can you do to fix this? Is the computer that can&#8217;t be connected to the remote PC?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Open the Start menu, and enter &#8220;<strong>Allow remote Desktop Connections.<\/strong>&#8221; Find an option that says, &#8220;<strong>Change the setting to enable remote access to this machine.<\/strong>&#8221; Click&#8221;<strong>Show settings<\/strong>&#8221; next to &#8220;<strong>Show settings<\/strong>&#8220;. Look for the box that says &#8220;<strong>Allow Remote Assistance Connections for the Computer.<\/strong>&#8221; Select <strong>Apply<\/strong>, and click <strong>OK<\/strong>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1671176282118\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Where can I find the source of my Network Level Authentication?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The first step is to open <strong>Settings <\/strong>within the Start menu and select <strong>Remote Desktop<\/strong>. Then click <strong>Enable Remote Desktop ON<\/strong> and then <strong>confirm <\/strong>with the pop-up window. Go to <strong>Advanced Settings<\/strong>, and select the option that says you need computers to utilize Network Level Authentication to connect.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1671176296030\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What can I do to force clients to verify their identity against a particular domain controller?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Begin by opening the registry editor.<br\/>Move to<strong> HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\\SYSTEM\\CurrentControlSet\\Services\\NetBT\\Parameters.<\/strong><br\/>From the Edit<strong> <\/strong>menu, select <strong>New<\/strong>. From the Edit menu, select the New <strong>DWORD <\/strong>value.<br\/>Enter a name for NodeType by pressing <strong>ENTER<\/strong>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1671176355727\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What is remote network authentication?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Network Level Authentication (NLA) is an option that is part of Remote Desktop Services (RDP Server) or Remote Desktop Connection (RDP Client) that requires the user to connect to sign in before they can establish a session to the server.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1671176361559\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What can be done to resolve the NLA issue?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">NLA is turned on in the server. NLA issues usually happen when an instance cannot gain connection to the domain controller as the domain credentials aren&#8217;t authenticated. You can use the AWS Systems Manager AWSSupport-TroubleshootRDP automation document to fix this issue. You can also deactivate NLA on the instance.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1671176376937\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How do I deactivate Network Level Authentication on Azure VM?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There&#8217;s an easy way to disable NLA through the Azure portal. Azure portal. It is possible to navigate the Operation-Run command, select to run the <strong>DisableNLA script<\/strong>, and then click the <strong>Run <\/strong>after you have completed the script for running <strong>Restart <\/strong>the Azure VM for the change to be effective.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1671176399816\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What can I do to change my RDP secure layer?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Right-click RDP Listener, select the connection that is Microsoft RDP 6.1 and choose <strong>Properties<\/strong>. On the <strong>general <\/strong>tab of the <strong>properties <\/strong>dialogue box, under <strong>Security<\/strong>, Select <strong>RDP Security Layer<\/strong>. Click <strong>OK<\/strong>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1671176407992\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What are the three principal types of authentication techniques?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">There are three kinds of authentication:<br\/>Knowledge-based, such as an account number or password that only the person who is identified will be aware of.<br\/>Property-based, that is, the user owns the access card, key fob, or another unique device.<br\/>It is biologically dependent.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1671176442906\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What can I do to check how secure my RDP levels of encryption are?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">How can I determine my RDP encryption level? To find out what level of encryption is assigned to a session, launch the terminal Service (TS) Manager, and examine the state associated with the RDP connection, where the level of encryption is specified.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1671176449187\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What kind of authentication are you using for access to networks?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It supports various types of authentication, from single-time passwords to smart cards. EAP is the highest security level when used to secure wireless communications since it permits a given Access Point and Remote Device to carry out mutual authentication using integrated encryption.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;<strong>The Remote Computer Requires Network Level Authentication (NLA)<\/strong>&#8221; error is frustrating. The most annoying thing is that it can come in various types.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For instance, an error message could be &#8220;<strong>the remote computer needs network level authentication, which your computer is not able to support.<\/strong>&#8221; Sometimes, it says, &#8220;<strong>the remote computer that you&#8217;re seeking to connect requires network authentication.<\/strong>&#8220;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No matter how the error appears on your device, you&#8217;ll be able to resolve it with the solutions we&#8217;ve described.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Must Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/tryrdp.com\/blog\/fix-remote-desktop-connection-internal-error-has-occurred\/\">[Fixed] Remote Desktop Connection \u2018Internal Error has Occurred\u2019<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When working with domain-controlled systems when trying to remote access computers, users have 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