XBOX PC Remote Tools quickstart guide

Important

The XBOX PC Toolbox app is in preview. Download it from the Microsoft Store on Windows.

Install and set up

Prerequisites

  • Both devices need internet access during setup.
  • Install the XBOX PC Toolbox app from the Microsoft Store on both devices.
  • Devices must share the same local network and be able to ping each other.
  • Get the XBOX PC Toolbox application from the RETAIL sandbox. After setup, you can switch to any developer sandbox.
  • Only Windows 10 or Windows 11 Home or Pro editions are supported.
  • You need physical access to both devices during setup.
  • Target devices joined to Microsoft Entra ID are supported via Lightweight provisioning only. Fully Managed isn't available for Entra-joined devices. The app automatically detects this condition and disables the Fully Managed option during setup.
  • Administrator access is required on both devices.

Changes made by XBOX PC Toolbox setup

Development PC configuration changes

  • Enables Developer Mode.
  • Installs PowerShell modules in your Documents folder.
  • Sets the network adapter's profile to private.
  • Enables file and printer sharing and network discovery on private networks.
  • Enables Windows Remote Management (WinRM).
  • Installs OpenSSH Client and configures ssh-agent to start automatically.
  • Creates SSH keys for use.

Target device configuration changes applied during setup

  • Enables Developer Mode.
  • Installs PowerShell modules in your Documents folder.
  • Sets the network adapter's profile to private.
  • Enables file and printer sharing and network discovery on private networks.
  • Enables WinRM.
  • Installs OpenSSH Server and configures sshd to start automatically.
  • Adds a firewall rule for SSH server on port 22.
  • Configures SSH for PowerShell subsystem and key-based authentication.
  • Installs Visual C++ Runtime Redistributable.
  • Sets a netsh HTTPS rule on port 4275 for wdEndpoint to listen for incoming connections.

For known issues and frequently asked questions, see the XBOX PC Remote Tools FAQ guide.

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