The Microsoft Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) allows users to connect to a remote computer. For example, you can use RDP to connect to a central and powerful server for working on specific business applications or graphic terminals. This provides the user with the same look and feel as if they are working on a standalone PC.
Note: RDP versions 5.1 and later have an Experience tab that allows you to set various options. This tab is not supported by VuGen recording. All options are set to the ON position.
RDP Recording Tips
When recording a script, be sure to follow these guidelines in order to create an effective script.
Single vs. Multi-Protocol Scripts
When creating a new script, you may create a single protocol or multi-protocol script. For example, to record both RDP traffic and Web responses, create a multi-protocol script for RDP and Web to enable the
recording of both protocols.
Record into Appropriate Sections
Record the connection process into the vuser_init section, and the closing process into the vuser_end section. This will prevent you from performing iterations on the connecting and disconnecting.
Run a Clean Session
When recording a session, make sure to perform the complete business process, starting with the connection and ending with the cleanup. End your session at a point from where you could start the entire process from
the beginning. Do not leave any client or application windows open. You should also configure your terminal server to end disconnected sessions. Select Administrative Tools > Terminal Services Configuration >
Connection Properties > Sessions > Override User Settings and set the server to end disconnected sessions.
Explicit Clicks
When opening expanded menu options, click explicitly on each option—do not depend on the expanding menu. For example, when choosing Start > Programs > Microsoft Word, be sure to click on the word Programs.
Note: RDP versions 5.1 and later have an Experience tab that allows you to set various options. This tab is not supported by VuGen recording. All options are set to the ON position.
RDP Recording Tips
When recording a script, be sure to follow these guidelines in order to create an effective script.
Single vs. Multi-Protocol Scripts
When creating a new script, you may create a single protocol or multi-protocol script. For example, to record both RDP traffic and Web responses, create a multi-protocol script for RDP and Web to enable the
recording of both protocols.
Record into Appropriate Sections
Record the connection process into the vuser_init section, and the closing process into the vuser_end section. This will prevent you from performing iterations on the connecting and disconnecting.
Run a Clean Session
When recording a session, make sure to perform the complete business process, starting with the connection and ending with the cleanup. End your session at a point from where you could start the entire process from
the beginning. Do not leave any client or application windows open. You should also configure your terminal server to end disconnected sessions. Select Administrative Tools > Terminal Services Configuration >
Connection Properties > Sessions > Override User Settings and set the server to end disconnected sessions.
Explicit Clicks
When opening expanded menu options, click explicitly on each option—do not depend on the expanding menu. For example, when choosing Start > Programs > Microsoft Word, be sure to click on the word Programs.
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