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Title: ACARS on networked computer
Post by: Justin Friedland on Jul 04, 2013 15:00

Is it possible to run Intercity ACARS on a second, networked computer?

Justin Friedland

Title: ACARS on networked computer
Post by: Chris Liu on Jul 04, 2013 15:35

We've never tested this, but theoretically it is possible by using WideFS/WideClient. If you are pursuing the WideFS route we'd be very interested to hear how you get on.

However, there would be little benefit running Intercity ACARS on a remote machine as the performance overhead of it is so small as to be negligble on modern hardware.

I'm sure our venerable programmer Mr H will chime in shortly and correct me :lol:

Title: ACARS on networked computer
Post by: Chris Hulme on Jul 04, 2013 15:53

Yes it should work 100% using WideFS so long as its setup correctly. WideFS creates a bridge between FS and the networked machine so that theoretically any FSUIPC addon will work. I can test it at some point but you might beat me to it as im back at work tomorrow! Do let us know how you get on though

Title: ACARS on networked computer
Post by: Justin Friedland on Jul 05, 2013 13:36

Works perfectly with WideFS and registered FSUIPC. Thanks. Looking forward to flying with your airline.

Title: ACARS on networked computer
Post by: Chris Hulme on Jul 05, 2013 18:17

Works perfectly with WideFS and registered FSUIPC. Thanks. Looking forward to flying with your airline.

Great stuff!

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