IKEv2 VPN Setup for Mac OS X

This tutorial explains how you can manually set up the FastestVPN with IKEv2 (Internet Key Exchange) VPN protocol on macOS X

MacOS Compatibility:

  • Mac OS El Capitan (10.11) and later versions

Step #1: Click on the Apple logo and select System Preferences.
VPN Type: MAC VPN L2TP

Step #2: Click on Network.
VPN Type: MAC VPN L2TP


Step #3: Click on the “+” sign to add a VPN connection. Then provide the following info:

  • Interface: VPN
  • VPN Type: IKEv2
  • Service Name: FastestVPN_IKEv2 (or whatever name you like for your VPN connection
  • Click on “Create”.

VPN Type: MAC VPN IKEv2

Step #4: Now select your IKEv2 VPN profile and enter the following details:

  • Server Address: Your desired VPN server address as in this case “Austria” server address: at.jumptoserver.com. Click here to get the complete list of FastestVPN server addresses.
  • Remote ID: Type in jumptoserver.com
  • Click on “Authentication Settings”.

IKEv2 VPN on Mac

Step #5: Enter your FastestVPN Username and FastestVPN Password and click on OK.
IKEv2 VPN on Mac

Step #6: Now check mark Show VPN status in menu bar. Click on Apply and press the Connect button.
IKEv2 VPN on Mac

You are Connected to the FastestVPN with IKEv2 protocol.
IKEv2 VPN on Mac

How to Disconnect:

Click on the connected VPN profile name and then click Disconnect.
IKEv2 VPN on Mac

Useful Tip:
You can create multiple VPN profiles and connect to anyone when needed.
IKEv2 VPN on Mac

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