If you need to transfer a small file, you can use the clipboard during an RDP session. Copy the file to the clipboard (Ctrl+C) on your local computer or the Virtual Machine, then paste it (Ctrl+V) in the desired location.
Important: Avoid performing other clipboard operations during this process, as they may interfere with the transfer.
To upload or download large volumes of data from a Virtual Machine running Windows Server, you can set up an FTP server.
1. Download and install FileZilla Server using default settings;
2. After installation, the FileZilla Server Interface will launch. In the connection setup window, keep all settings at their defaults;
3. To automatically connect to the server next time, check the box: Always connect to this server;
4. Go to Edit → Users;
5. On the General tab, click Add to create a new user. Enable the Password option and set a password;
6. Switch to the Shared folders tab. Add a folder that the new user will access upon connecting, and define access permissions. You can either create a new folder (e.g., C:\FTP) or select an existing one on the Virtual Machine’s disk.
To allow connections to the FTP server, configure the Windows Firewall on the Virtual Machine:
1. Open the Start menu and select Settings;
2. Search for Firewall and choose Allow an app through Windows Firewall;
3. Click Change settings, then Allow another app;
4. Browse and select the FileZilla Server executable (by default: C:\Program Files (x86)\FileZilla Server\FileZilla Server);
5. After adding it, check both Private and Public boxes.
Use any FTP client (e.g., FileZilla) to connect:
Once connected, you can begin transferring files.