1) Choose the Right Computer
Apple Silicon (M-series) Macs deliver the best results for on-the-fly video conversion.
Mac Minis / Studios are ideal for 24/7 hosting; laptops work too.
Windows PCs with NVIDIA/ATI GPUs are supported—higher-end cards give better playback.
2) Locate the Agent
Mac: Agent lives in the top menu bar; if hidden behind the camera notch, Command+Click to move it.
Windows: Agent is in the system tray. Fully expand to see controls.
Red Dot? Quit → restart → re-login. Always keep Agents updated.
3) Optimize Power & Setup
Stand-alone computers work great—no monitor required.
On laptops:
Disable sleep mode.
Enable wake for network access.
Prevent external drives/RAIDs from sleeping (restart after changing).
If drives do spin down, Strada will wake them—playback may pause briefly.
4) Use a Hardline Connection
Connect your Agent host via Ethernet for best performance.
Strada adapts quality to bandwidth, but wired connections are more stable.
5) Learn More & Get Support
Watch Episode 44 on the Strada Tech YouTube channel for performance demos.
Check performance tests on our website.
Join weekly onboarding sessions or our Discord for Q&A and feedback.
The Bottom Line
A properly optimized Agent host means faster playback, reliable access, and smoother collaboration for your entire team.