Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about TensorLay.
What is TensorLay?
TensorLay is a Windows desktop application that connects your home GPU to a remote VPS via a secure SSH tunnel. This allows AI agents running on the VPS (like Claude Code) to use your local GPU for tasks like image generation, LLM inference, text-to-speech, and more.
What GPU do I need?
TensorLay requires an NVIDIA GPU with CUDA support. Most modern NVIDIA cards (GTX 1060 and newer) will work. More VRAM means you can run larger models — 8 GB is a good starting point, 16 GB is recommended.
What AI services are supported?
TensorLay currently supports 6 services: SD Forge (Stable Diffusion image generation), ComfyUI (node-based image pipelines), Ollama (LLMs), AllTalk TTS (text-to-speech and voice cloning), MusicGen (AI music), and TripoSR (3D model generation). More services are planned.
Do I need a VPS?
Yes. TensorLay is designed to bridge your local GPU to a remote VPS. You need a Linux VPS where your AI agents or workflows run. Any provider works — DigitalOcean, Hetzner, Linode, AWS, etc.
Is my connection secure?
Yes. All traffic goes through an encrypted SSH tunnel. SSH keys are generated locally and exchanged automatically during the pairing process. No passwords are transmitted.
Do I need to configure port forwarding?
No. TensorLay uses reverse SSH tunneling, so no router configuration or port forwarding is needed. It works behind NAT and firewalls out of the box.
Can I use it with multiple VPS servers?
The trial version supports 1 VPS connection. The Pro license allows unlimited VPS connections.
What operating systems are supported?
The desktop app runs on Windows 10 and Windows 11. The VPS relay component runs on any Linux distribution with Python 3 installed.
How does the trial work?
Download and install TensorLay for free. You get 30 days of full functionality. After the trial, the SSH tunnel feature is disabled until you purchase a Pro license.
Are there any recurring fees?
No. TensorLay is a one-time purchase. There are no subscriptions, no usage fees, and no hidden costs. You pay once and get lifetime access including all future updates.