LoadRunner Communications
Troubleshooting
LoadRunner Controller User's Guide (Windows)
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LoadRunner Communications
Most communication problems can be solved if you understand your LoadRunner
configuration. This knowledge helps you to determine the source of the problem
and perform the necessary actions to correct it.
The following diagram illustrates a sample network running LoadRunner. There are
three servers: The LoadRunner Controller, the application or database server, and
the file server which stores the scenario results (note that result files can also be
saved on a non-dedicated server). There are five remote hosts, each one running
multiple Vusers.
The arrows indicate the type of communication necessary between the elements
of the network. The Vusers communicate with the Controller in both directions
(send/receive), but with the file server in one direction (send). The Controller must
have access to the file server. All Vusers participating in the scenario must be able
