Using a VPN – ZeroTier to Connect on Parsec


If you’re getting a network error or lag, you can try to use ZeroTier, a P2P VPN. Both your PC and the iRender server will need to set this up on their machine. ZeroTier combines the capabilities of VPN and SD-WAN, simplifying network management.

1. Download and install ZeroTier One

  • Download and install ZeroTier One on both your PC and the iRender server (devices).

2. Log in to ZeroTier

  • Login to ZeroTier. If you don’t have a ZeroTier account, create it here.

3. Create a Network

  • After you’ve logged in to ZeroTier, navigate to the Networks tab.
  • Choose Create New Network and your Network ID will be visible in the interface.

  • Click the network to open its settings, then copy the ID of your network from here.

4. Join Network 

  • On both devices (your PC and iRender server), click the ZeroTier icon in the taskbar and click Join Network…
  •  Paste the network ID and click Join.

Note
ZeroTier One on both devices must join the same Network ID to work properly.

5. Choose Public or Private Network

  • Both devices (your PC and the iRender server) have joined, go back to the network’s settings in the ZeroTier site. Choose Public or Private Access.

    • Public Network: Anyone with the Network ID can connect. This is the easiest option but is slightly less secure.
    • Private Network: All machines must be approved through the ZeroTier interface before they can connect. This is the default option and is more secure. 

  • In this case, we choose the Private Network. Just check the box under the Auth? column in the Members section to approve each device.

  • At this point, you can connect to the iRender server through Parsec. Read more here. 

Tip
You can watch the tutorial video below

Image source: Parsec