: If NLA is enabled on the remote computer, and there's an issue with your credentials or NLA configuration, you might see specific errors.

If any system components fail during these steps, the protocol halts deployment and logs the generic 0x904/0x7 fault. Extensive sysadmin forensics highlight four foundational root causes for this specific code block: Unable to RDP into some Windows Servers - Error code: 0x904

: Specific updates to the Windows 11 mstsc.exe client struggle to handle hostname resolution over certain security layers.

Verify that the host pool is "Healthy" in the Azure portal. If the status is "Needs Assistance" or "Unavailable," the 0x904 error is just a symptom of the VM being stuck in a boot loop or update state.

: Open Require user authentication for remote connections by using Network Level Authentication . Switch this policy to Disabled .

: Ensure you are using the latest version of the Microsoft Remote Desktop app, which can be updated through the Microsoft Store .