FIX: Remote Computer Requires Network Level Authentication (NLA)
12FIX: Remote Computer Requires Network Level Authentication (NLA)
Users report an error stated below on domain-connected systems when they try to remotely access computer systems. This happens even when Network Level Authentication (or NLA) is enabled on the computer. There are simple workarounds present to resolve this issue. Either you can disable the option directly using properties or you can make some changes to the registry and try restarting the system.
If you are unable to connect your Windows computer remotely and you receive a message The remote computer requires Network Level Authentication, then this tutorial may be able to help you. Users have reported receiving this error on domain-connected systems even when Network Level Authentication or NLA is enabled.
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The error “The remote computer requires network level authentication…” may appear when connecting to a remote desktop (RDP) running Windows. In this tutorial, we will explain why this error appears and how to fix it.
This tutorial will apply for computers, laptops, desktops, and tablets running the Windows 10 and Windows 11 operating systems (Home, Professional, Enterprise, Education) from all supported hardware manufactures, like Dell, HP, Acer, Asus, Toshiba, Lenovo, Alienware, Razer, MSI, Huawei , Microsoft Surface, and Samsung.