Opening a Windows VM with SSH? Troubles using RDP Please help.

[iavaisubh]

"I'm trying to set up a Windows VM on Google Cloud Platform for Android development using Android Studio. Here's what I've encountered:

• RDP Connections Fail: I consistently receive an error message when attempting RDP connections (please specify the exact error if possible).
• SSH Works on Linux: I've confirmed basic VM connectivity by successfully using SSH to connect to a Linux VM in the same project.
• Goal: My aim is to use a Windows VM for Android Studio development.

Could someone please help me with the following:

1. Troubleshooting RDP: Are there specific settings or common issues to check that might prevent RDP connections to a Windows VM on GCP?
2. Windows VM + SSH (If RDP can't be resolved): Is it feasible to use Android Studio on a Windows VM while connecting to it remotely using only SSH? If so, how would I set this up?
3. GCP Android Development Alternatives: If a Windows VM isn't ideal, what are other recommended approaches for Android development within Google Cloud Platform?

Thank you in advance for your insights!

[DamianS]

Hello @iavaisubh 

Did you've maybe add RDP port to FW rule in VPC ? 3389 at ingress for this instance 🙂 

cheers,
DamianS