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How to Restart Remote Computer With CMD [3 Ways]
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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If you have multiple computers set up in your office or home and in different rooms, it can be difficult to restart each one of them. Instead of having to physically restart the computers, you can restart remote computers using Windows CMD.
However, for this to work, you need to make sure that the remote computer you are restarting is in the same network as the one you are using. In addition, you need the administrative credentials or username and password.
You also need to enable remote shutdown on the host computer for this to work. If you do not want to use the CMD, you can use some of thebest remote reboot software to control Windows 10/11.
Using the Windows shutdown command to restart a remote computer
Windows OS comes with a shutdown command that can be used to restart a remote computer using the CMD. It can be used by Windows 11, 10, 8, and even 7 users. This command is shut down.
The command provides users with multiple options for use when restarting or shutting down computers. Some of the most common options include;
How do I restart a remote computer using CMD?
1. Use the shutdown command
2. Remote Shutdown Dialog
3. Windows Powershell
The three options discussed above will help you restart a remote computer using CMD easily without having to physically access the computer. However, make sure that you have saved any work before starting the process. If you don’t, you might end up losing the unsaved work.
You can also use a special tool such asRedmi 3to access any remote computer within few moments. This software will give you secure access to safely restart any remote pc within your network.
Also if you have any other suggestions feel free to share them!
Vladimir Popescu
Being an artist his entire life while also playing handball at a professional level, Vladimir has also developed a passion for all things computer-related.
With an innate fascination for research and analysis, and realizing many other people share his passion for this subject, he delved into writing Windows-related articles, so other people can also benefit from the acquired information.
When not writing kick-ass articles, Vladimir likes to spend his time doing Crossfit and creating art.
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