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Fixing RDP Disconnection Issues: Network Detection via Group Policy
Tips & Tricks2026-06-23ZP Technical Team

Fixing RDP Disconnection Issues: Network Detection via Group Policy

Resolve frequent Remote Desktop disconnections by enabling network detection through Group Policy. A step-by-step walkthrough for IT admins.

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

1. Open the Run Dialog

Hit the keys Win + R on your keyboard to open the Run dialog.

2. Launch the Group Policy Editor

Type the following in the run prompt and press Enter:

gpedit.msc

3. Navigate to the Network Detection Policy

Follow this path through the left-hand tree in the Group Policy Editor:

Local Computer Policy → Computer Configuration → Administrative Templates → Windows Components → Remote Desktop Services → Remote Desktop Session Host → Connections

Once there, locate and double-click Select network detection on the server. Set it to Enabled, then set Turn off Connect Time Detect and Continuous Network Detect.

Select network detection on the server dialog

4. Apply the Policy Update

Open a Command Prompt and type:

gpupdate /force

5. Sign Out and Back In

Sign out and back in as needed.