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# RustDesk Remote Access Setup Guide

This document provides installation and configuration instructions for setting up RustDesk, a remote desktop software, on various operating systems.

## Installation

Download the appropriate installer for your operating system:

- **Linux (Debian/Ubuntu)**: [rustdesk-1.4.1-x86_64.deb](https://github.com/rustdesk/rustdesk/releases/download/1.4.1/rustdesk-1.4.1-x86_64.deb)
- **macOS (Apple Silicon)**: [rustdesk-1.4.1-aarch64.dmg](https://github.com/rustdesk/rustdesk/releases/download/1.4.1/rustdesk-1.4.1-aarch64.dmg)
- **Windows**: [rustdesk-1.4.1-x86_64.exe](https://github.com/rustdesk/rustdesk/releases/download/1.4.1/rustdesk-1.4.1-x86_64.exe)

### Installation Instructions

#### Windows
1. Download the .exe file
2. Double-click to run the installer
3. Follow the on-screen instructions
4. Launch RustDesk after installation

#### macOS
1. Download the .dmg file
2. Open the downloaded file
3. Drag RustDesk to your Applications folder
4. Open RustDesk from Applications (you may need to approve it in Security & Privacy settings)

#### Linux (Debian/Ubuntu)
```bash
sudo apt install ./rustdesk-1.4.1-x86_64.deb

Configuration

After installation, configure RustDesk with these settings:

  1. Open RustDesk
  2. Navigate to Settings (gear icon)
  3. Go to the "Network" tab
  4. In the "ID Server" field, enter:
    rustdesk.crazystorm-andromeda.duckdns.org
    
  5. Click "OK" to save

Device IDs and Encryption Key

Use the following device IDs for remote connections:

  • macOS: 14 692 558
  • Mom's Device: 67 860 724
  • Windows 11: 232 385 965

Encryption Key

For secure connections, use this encryption key when prompted:

dIzhpAU4gOiNQZJcGis0Hh2T16x2ZfwgZB3ob69LiIk=

Usage Instructions

  1. Launch RustDesk on both devices
  2. On the controlling device, enter the ID of the device you want to connect to
  3. When prompted, enter the encryption key
  4. Accept the connection request on the remote device

Troubleshooting

  • If connections fail, verify the ID server address is correctly entered
  • Ensure both devices are connected to the internet
  • Check that your firewall isn't blocking RustDesk
  • Make sure you're using the correct device ID and encryption key

For additional help, consult the RustDesk documentation