# The Render Network for Apple Users

To get started you need an Octane X License in order to operate the Octane X app on your Mac device. You can download a free trial [here](https://home.otoy.com/render/octane-render/demo/#x), or purchase an OctaneRender Studio license [here](https://home.otoy.com/render/octane-render/purchase/).

Once you have either, you can download Octane X Standalone for the Mac using [this link](https://render.otoy.com/customerdownloads/8f/78/3a/61/Octane_X_Prime_2022_1_RC_3_macos.dmg).

Once you have an Octane license setup, you should be able to access the artist portal on [rndr.x.io](https://rndr.x.io/) using your Octane account. You can find instructions for accessing the portal and more in the ["How to Get started as a Creator"](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started) section.

To use the Render Network you will need to buy RENDER credits. Instructions for acquiring and using both can be found in the ["Adding Funds to Your Account"](https://know.rendernetwork.com/getting-started/how-to-get-started/adding-tokens-to-your-account) section.