How do I configure Terminal Services to reset disconnected logins?

This article describes a solution for those who simply close Terminal Services rather than logging out. This article will configure terminal services to reset these abandoned connections after a certain amount of time.

To configure the above, please follow these steps:

  1. Log into your server through Terminal Services or Remote Desktop Connection.
  2. Click Start, Programs, Administrative Tools, Terminal Services Configuration.
  3. Select Connections and in the panel on the right, right-click on RDP-Tcp and select properties.
  4. Click the Sessions tab, select Override user settings, then select the appropriate time from End a disconnected session.
  5. Click Apply. Click Ok.