How to Install and View Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT) In Windows 11
For Professional or Enterprise users only
In Windows 10, you can easily download Remote Server Administration Tools (RSAT) from Microsoft’s website. Things are different in Windows 11. Microsoft doesn’t provide a direct RSAT download link for Windows 11—the tools are built into the operating system.
We’ll show you different ways to install and manage RSAT features in Windows 11. As always, you need an Enterprise orProfessional edition of any Windows versionto use RSAT tools. So, ensure your PC runs a compatible version of Windows 11 before you proceed.
Install RSAT Tools via the Windows 11 Settings Menu
The Windows 11 Settings app has an option to install optional features to improve your computer’s functionality. These could be fonts, Windows server tools, storage management utilities, etc.
Follow the steps below to install RSAT as an optional feature in Windows 11.
Alternatively, press theStartbutton, typeoptional featuresin the search bar, and select theOptional featuressystem settings option.
Quick Tip:Select thearrow-down iconbelow a Remote Server Administration Tool to see its features.
Windows will close the pop-up and install the tools in the background. You can monitor the installation progress in the “Recent actions” section.
Install RSAT Using Windows Powershell
You need an internet connection to install RSATs in Windows 11. Connect your computer to a Wi-Fi or Ethernet network and follow the steps below.
Get-WindowsCapability -Name RSAT* -Online | Select-Object -Property Name, State.
ThePowershell commandreveals all Remote Server Administration Tools built into Windows 11.
Add-WindowsCapability -Online -Name Tool-Name
Note:Replace Tool-Name with the name of the RSAT feature you copied in step #5. If you’re installing the “RSAT DHCP.Tools,” the command should look like this:
Add-WindowsCapability -Online -Name Rsat.DHCP.Tools~~~~0.0.1.0
Go toSettings>Apps>Optional featuresand check theRecent actionssection.
If you’re getting a “Couldn’t install” error, check your internet connection or restart your PC and try again.
View Remote Server Administration Tools in Windows 11
You can check the RSATs installed on your PC in the Windows Settings menu or viaWindows Terminal.
Go toSettings>Apps>Optional featuresand typersatin the “installed features” search box. You’ll see RSAT features installed on your computer in the search results.
Get-WindowsCapability -Name RSAT* -Online | Select-Object -Property DisplayName, State
You should see a list of Remote Server Administration Tools available in Windows 11. Check the “Status” column to see if an RSAT feature is “Installed” or “Not Present” on your PC.
Uninstall RSAT in Windows
You may need to uninstall an RSAT if it crashes or doesn’t work on your computer.
Run Remote Server Administration Tools in Windows 11
Can’t Install or Run RSATs in Windows 11?
Rebooting and updating your computer to the latest Windows 11 version can fix RSAT issues. Go toSettings>Windows Updateand selectCheck for updatesorDownload & install all.
A faulty Windows update can also cause some RSAT components to crash. If you recently updated your computer, uninstall the Windows 11 update and check if the RSAT component stops crashing.
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