Run hamachi peer-ip [ClientID] to see the attempted route.
But then comes the dreaded yellow eye— hamachi relayed tunnel to direct tunnel fix
This is the single most effective fix for "Stuck on Relay." Run hamachi peer-ip [ClientID] to see the attempted route
Install ZeroTier, create a network, have your peers join. You will get a Direct Tunnel instantly without any of these fixes. Hamachi is a decade-old tool
Hamachi is a decade-old tool. If you keep hitting relayed tunnels, consider migrating to ZeroTier or Tailscale . They handle NAT traversal much more gracefully.
If you cannot achieve a Direct tunnel, Hamachi is broken for your network topology. Do not waste hours—switch tactics.
A relayed tunnel often occurs because the firewall is blocking Hamachi's specific communication ports. Control Panel and navigate to System and Security Windows Defender Firewall Allow an app or feature through Windows Defender Firewall Change settings