Redirecting your webcam and microphone to your Virtual Private Server (VPS) allows you to use video and audio tools remotely — perfect for virtual meetings, biometric authentication, or streaming setups. This step-by-step guide walks you through the full process, including local setup, RDP configuration, and server-side changes.
🖥️ Local Machine Setup
Connect and Test Devices
Plug in your webcam and microphone.
Open the Camera app to ensure the webcam is working.
Visit https://mictests.com to verify microphone functionality.
Adjust Privacy Settings
Camera Privacy: Enable access for Desktop App Web Viewer (also enable “More” if shown).
Microphone Privacy: Do the same — enable Desktop App Web Viewer.
Ensure the specific apps you plan to use (e.g., Zoom, Teams) are allowed access.
🔧 Remote Desktop Configuration
Launch Remote Desktop Connection
Open the Remote Desktop Connection (RDP) app on your PC.
Click Show Options in the bottom-left corner.
Enable Audio and Video Redirection
Go to the Local Resources tab.
Under Remote audio, click Settings and choose:
“Record from this computer” for microphone redirection.
Back under Local Resources, click More…
Under Local devices and resources, check Video capture devices.
Click OK, then Connect to launch the session.
🖥️ Server-Side Configuration (Windows Server 2019/2022/2025)
Open Server Manager
Click Start, then search and open Server Manager.
Click Manage (top-right) > Add Roles and Features.
Install Remote Desktop Services
Choose Role-based or feature-based installation.
Click Next until you reach Server Roles.
Select Remote Desktop Services.
In Role Services, check all options except:
Remote Desktop Virtualization Host
When prompted, click Add Features and continue.
Complete the wizard and restart the VPS after installation.
📷 Testing the Webcam on the VPS
After rebooting, open the Camera app on the VPS.
You should now see the live video feed from your redirected webcam.
Confirm microphone redirection by testing in your chosen communication app or visiting a site like https://mictests.com from the VPS.
🤝 Need Assistance?
If any part of the setup feels unclear, our team is happy to help. If you’d like us to verify your environment from our side, feel free to open a support ticket and get connected with the team: https://www.quantvps.com/