While the default connection method for your QuantVPS is Microsoft Remote Desktop (RDP), some traders prefer to use Parsec for a smoother experience — especially in regions where RDP can feel laggy or delayed due to limited upload bandwidth or longer distances from our data centers. Parsec uses adaptive compression and a low-latency video protocol to deliver faster input response times, making it ideal for charting and trade execution platforms.
Step #1: Connect via RDP First
To install Parsec on your VPS, you'll first need to log in once using your standard RDP connection:
Open the Remote Desktop Connection app on your computer.
Enter your VPS IP address, username, and password (found in your QuantVPS dashboard).
Click Connect to access your VPS desktop.
Step #2: Install Parsec on the VPS
Open your web browser and go to https://parsec.app/downloads.
Download the Windows version of Parsec and run the installer.
When prompted, check the box to install the Virtual Display Driver.
Choose "Per User" during setup.
Launch Parsec and sign in or create a free Parsec account.
After signing in, Parsec will automatically register your VPS as a connected computer.
If you don't see it, click Reload in the upper-right corner.
Once your VPS appears in the list, disconnect your RDP session — Parsec will now handle future connections.
Step #3: Install Parsec on Your Local Device
Visit https://parsec.app/downloads and install Parsec for your OS (Windows or macOS).
Log in using the same Parsec account you used inside your VPS.
You should now see your VPS listed under "Computers."
Step #4: Connect to Your VPS via Parsec
From your local Parsec app, click on your VPS name under "Computers."
Click Connect — Parsec will open a low-latency session to your VPS.
You can now use Parsec exclusively moving forward.
Step #5: Enter Password
In Parsec, when you see the Windows login screen asking for the Administrator password, you should enter the same VPS login password that you use for Remote Desktop (RDP).
To log in:
Click the icon in the top left corner of the Parsec window.
Select the option to send Ctrl + Alt + Delete (if needed).
Enter the Administrator username (if not already filled).
Enter your VPS password.
You can also find your VPS login credentials anytime in your QuantVPS Dashboard → Control Panel.
Tip: Parsec automatically adjusts visual quality to maintain smooth performance even on slower connections.
Step #6: Enable Launch at Startup (Recommended)
So Parsec is always ready to accept a connection, set it to launch automatically whenever your VPS restarts:
On the VPS, open Parsec and click the gear icon to open Settings.
Under the General tab, enable Launch Parsec on startup (the exact wording may vary slightly by Parsec version).
Close the settings window — Parsec will now start automatically the next time your VPS reboots.
Summary
Step | Action | Purpose |
1 | Connect via RDP | Access the VPS once to install Parsec |
2 | Install Parsec on the VPS | Register the VPS to your Parsec account, then disconnect RDP |
3 | Install Parsec locally | Connect from your local computer |
4 | Connect via Parsec | Open a low-latency session to your VPS |
5 | Enter password | Log in to Windows inside the Parsec session |
6 | Enable launch at startup | Keep Parsec always running after a reboot |
Need Assistance?
Our support team is available 24/7. If you have any questions or run into issues, open a support ticket from your QuantVPS dashboard and we'll get back to you as quickly as possible.