Log into a virtual machine on server 2012 r2 datacenter from a windows 8.1 client login

Hello,
I have set up a VPN on Windows Server 2012 r2 Datacenter using Hyper-V. Everything seems to be functioning ok using the Hyper V platform. I would like to know if it is possible to connect to a virtual machine on the VPN from a Windows 8.1 client using the
widows login and if it is then how to go about it. If I could have some links to tutorials etc I would be greatful. I have not been able to find anything and I have been looking for days. I would really appreciate some assistance. Thanks in advance.
Ed

Hi Ed,
I am sorry to say that I am not quite sure of your requirement. Is the Windows Server 2012 R2 computer a host server in Hyper-V? Did you mean that you want to RDP into a Hyper-V VM from a Windows 8.1 client? If yes, you need to allow Remote Desktop Connections
in guest OS. The network adapter type must allow communication with host machine and network discovery mode and the services supporting network discovery mode must be turned on.
Best regards,
Susie
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3.) run the setup from windows > install > datacenter with GUI > upgrade
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Done. Full licensed production version.

Can I download the trial version of windows server 2012 onto a laptop running windows 8.1?

Can I download the trial version of windows server 2012 onto a laptop running windows 8.1 and create a dual boot?

Have a look:
http://blogs.technet.com/b/blainbar/archive/2012/09/25/step-by-step-4-ways-to-dual-boot-microsoft-windows-8-and-windows-server-2012-with-or-without-windows-7.aspx
http://www.msdonkey.com/server/dual-booting-windows-8-1-and-windows-server-2012-r2-from-vhd/
Regards,
Rafic
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Why essential server 2012 is more expensive than windows server 2012?because essential is incl. licenties and 2012 excl. licenties

hi,
I have a question about the price ,
windows 2012 is more cheaper than windows essential 2012, I don't understand why the windows 2012 is excl. licenties and essential has 25 free client licenties is that the reason.
thanks
johan
h.david

Check the Link below to find relevant information regarding Editions and Pricing of Windows Server 2012 R2:
https://www.google.gr/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=2&cad=rja&ved=0CFEQFjAB&url=http%3A%2F%2Fdownload.microsoft.com%2Fdownload%2F4%2FD%2FB%2F4DB352D1-C610-466A-9AAF-EEF4F4CFFF27%2FWS2012_Licensing-Pricing_FAQ.pdf&ei=fJa8UsP_FK6V7AaywYGgDQ&usg=AFQjCNEtmNeiIPtw0boIAju2kH4iqOAxvw&bvm=bv.58187178,d.ZGU
Exempt Windows Server 2012 R2 Datacenter Edition, Pricing is the Same with Windows Server 2012 Products.
It will answer your question.

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