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any computer in your network. The only requirement is that you establish
a TCP/IP connection with the computer running the manager.
You can load Queue Monitor on each rendering server and use it to monitor
rendering progress locally. You can also connect with Queue Monitor
remotely using Windows NT Remote Access.
Setting Up for Network Rendering
Whenever different groups need to cooperate on a project, accurate
communication and common procedures are essential. A rendering farm is
such a project.
Network setup can be difficult to configure, but you only need to do it once.
Take your time to get the right setup. Read each topic in order and complete
the steps described.
These instructions are for creating a new network dedicated specifically to
network rendering. If you are configuring network rendering for an existing
network or for a network that will be used for other purposes, these instructions
are intended as a reference example only.
Next Step
Setting Up TCP/IP on page 6261
See also:
■
Setting Up Rendering Software on page 6272
■ Setting Up Directories on page 6273
■ Initial Setup for Manager and Server Programs on page 6300
Setting Up TCP/IP
The software uses the standard network protocol, TCP/IP, for network
rendering. TCP/IP is a two-part acronym. TCP (Transport Control Protocol)
communicates data between applications. IP (Internet Protocol) communicates
data between an application and the physical network. Each computer in your
rendering network needs to be configured for this protocol.
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