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I am trying to install remote and routing access on windows server 2022. but I getting The Routing and Remote Access service terminated with the following service-specific error: The system cannot find the file specified. I had tried everything but again

Apurv Bargale 21 Reputation points
2025-08-21T09:06:13.4233333+00:00

I am trying to install remote and routing access on windows server 2022. but The Routing and Remote Access service terminated with the following service-specific error: The system cannot find the file specified. I had tried everything but nothing works. I have installed windows server 2022 data centre on VMware station 15 and on top of it I am trying to configure vpn server. but the moment I initialize it, rras gets stopped and below message gets displayed:

RRAS

Windows for business | Windows Server | Devices and deployment | Install Windows updates, features, or roles
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Harry Phan 21,825 Reputation points Independent Advisor
2025-08-24T13:48:18.44+00:00

Dear Apurv Bargale,

Based on your description, the error message “The Routing and Remote Access service terminated with the following service-specific error: The system cannot find the file specified” suggests that a required system file or configuration component may be missing or misconfigured.

To help troubleshoot this issue, please consider the following steps:

  1. Verify Required Roles and Features: Ensure that the Remote Access role is fully installed, including the Routing and DirectAccess and VPN (RAS) role services. You can confirm this via Server Manager > Manage > Add Roles and Features.
  2. Check Dependencies and System Files: Open Services.msc and confirm that all dependent services (e.g., Remote Access Connection Manager, Secure Socket Tunneling Protocol Service) are running. Use sfc /scannow in Command Prompt to scan and repair missing or corrupted system files.
  3. Review RRAS Configuration: If RRAS was previously configured and then removed or modified, residual settings may cause conflicts. Consider resetting RRAS using netsh ras set conf ras or reinitializing via Routing and Remote Access console.
  4. VMware Compatibility Check: Ensure that VMware Workstation 15 supports all required networking features for RRAS and VPN. Confirm that the virtual network adapters are properly configured and recognized by the guest OS.

If the above response helps answer your question, remember to "Accept Answer" so that others in the community facing similar issues can easily find the solution. Your contribution is highly appreciated.

Best regards,

Harry Phan

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