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  • Choose, which computer should be the manager and install the “Job Manager”.
  • The “Job Node” program must be installed on all computers you want to use for simulations. This can also be the machine with the “Job Manager”.
  • All nodes must share exactly the same RealFlow version.

 

Open RealFlow and go to File | RealFlow > Preferences > Job Manager:

  • Install the “CmdSendJob” and “CmdSendPreviewJob” plugins with the “Select...” buttons.
  • Under “Manager Location” enter the IP of the computer with the “Job Manager”, for example 192.168.2.1.
  • The web interface is used to monitor the simulation's progress.
  • Under “Default URL” enter http://manager_location:8080, for example http://192.168.2.1:8080

 

Here is an example screenshot:

 

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Job Manager and Job Node Setup

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Receiving broadcast response from manager in port: 56364 at address 192.168.2.21

Manager found!

Node connection to Manager via TCP...

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  • Layout > Job Manager
  • Alternatively, it is possible to open this tool from any web browser using the entry under “Default URL”.
  • Under “Nodes” you should see all connected and running node machines.

 

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Congratulations! Your RealFlow network is now ready to simulate.

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