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A network setup requires just a few steps. Note, that only properly licensed RealFlow Node can be used for simulations. Download the RealFlow “Job Manager” application bundle from Next Limit's → customer portal. You have to be a registered customer to get access to this area.

 

Installation & Configuration

The downloaded package contains two applications:

  • 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”.

 

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”.
  • The web interface is used to monitor the simulation's progress.
  • Under “Default URL” enter http://manager_location:8080.

 

Here is an example screenshot:

 

Job Manager and Job Node Setup

Open the “Job Manager” and all “Job Nodes”. The nodes will start immediately to search for the manager. You will get a message like this (example only!):

 

Searching manager...

Broadcasting using port: 65456

node successfully initialized.

Receiving broadcast response from manager in port: 56364 at address 192.168.2.2

Manager found!

Node connection to Manager via TCP...

TCP socket to manager connected!

 

The manager will also confirm when new nodes are connected. If this process fails you should check

  • if the applications are blocked by a firewall

  • whether the ports are occupied, and change them if necessary (nodes' and manger's preferences)

  • the used IP addresses are correct and existing

  • all nodes are licensed.

Monitoring Network Jobs

Now the “Job Manager” can be reached via its web interface. Go to RealFlow and open

  • 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.

 

Congratulations! Your RealFlow network is now ready to simulate.

Simulating

We have compiled more information for you to get started. Please read the following chapters:

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