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 or Professional edition of any Windows version to 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.
- Louvri Windows la Anviwònman app, chwazi apps sou ankadre a, epi chwazi Optimal features.
Sinon, peze la Kòmanse bouton, kalite karakteristik opsyonèl nan ba rechèch la, epi chwazi la Karakteristik opsyonèl system settings option.
- Chwazi nan View karakteristik button in the “Add an optimal feature” row.
- Kalite mèsi in the search bar and select the checkbox next to the RSAT component(s)you want to install. Select Next yo ka kontinye.
Ide rapid: Chwazi nan arrow-down icon below a Remote Server Administration Tool to see its features.
- Verify your selection and select the Enstale bouton.
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.
- Dwa-klike sou la Windows icon on the Taskbar or press Windows kle + X epi chwazi Tèminal (Admin).
- Paste the following command in the console and press Antre nan.
Get-WindowsCapability -Name RSAT* -Online | Select-Object -Property Name, State.
Jounal Powershell command reveals all Remote Server Administration Tools built into Windows 11.
- Locate and copy the name of the RSAT feature you want to install. Highlight the display name and press Ctrl + C.
- Paste the command below in the console and press Antre nan.
Add-WindowsCapability -Online -Name Tool-Name
Remak: 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
- Close the Terminal when you see a success message. You can also check the installation status in the Windows Settings menu.
Go to Anviwònman > apps > Karakteristik opsyonèl epi tcheke a Aksyon resan yo seksyon.
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 via Windows Tèminal.
View Installed RSATs in Windows Settings
Go to Anviwònman > apps > Karakteristik opsyonèl ak kalite mèsi in the “installed features” search box. You’ll see RSAT features installed on your computer in the search results.
View Installed RSATs in Windows Terminal
- Laprès Windows kle + X epi chwazi Tèminal (Admin) or Tèminal Windows (Admin).
- Paste the following command in the console and press the Antre nan kle.
Get-WindowsCapability -Non RSAT* -Online | Chwazi-Objè -Property DisplayName, Eta
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.
- Go to Anviwònman > apps > Karakteristik opsyonèlkalite mèsi in the “Installed features” search box, and select the RSAT you want to uninstall.
- Wait a few seconds and check the “Recent actions” section to verify that Windows uninstalled the RSAT.
Run Remote Server Administration Tools in Windows 11
- Louvri nan Kòmanse meni, tape windows tools in the search bar, and open the Zouti Windows app.
- Find and double-click the RSAT you want to run.
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 to Anviwònman > Fenèt Mizajou epi chwazi Tcheke pou mizajou or Telechaje epi enstale tout.
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.