Basic problem with OpenRails

[ragtimer]

I understand that to run OpenRails .NET 3.5 SP1 from Microsoft is required.To download this I need an internet connection.My TrainSim computer is not connected to the internet (and will not be).Any (sensible) ideas (and I do not need abuse).Thanks

[mnjrr]

Hello,

I have suggestion based on my own experience with having MSTS and OR on a personal computer that does not have an active internet connection.

I suggest using a zip drive to install the NET 3.5 SP1 onto the drive the next time you have access to a computer with a live internet connection. Perhaps, you can download NET 3.5 SP1 from friend's or relative's computer, or one at a local library near you and install the download on the zip drive.

[twpol]

The .NET setup program will download from the net, but if you look down near the bottom of the download page there is a link to the "Full Package". This is what you should download for installing on the not-connect computer.

You'll also needs the Microsoft XNA 3.1 Redistributable for OR, so make sure you grab that too. (This doesn't need any special care.)

Not sure if Walter meant USB thumb/pen drives, but they're another good candidate for transfering files to the computer.

[eric]

I'll gladly sell my zip drive if that's really what you need....

[ragtimer]

Thanks for that guys,downloaded and installed via my internet only computer,but all I get is the sound plus a grey screen.....any ideas?

[longiron]

There should be an Open Rails log text file on your desktop. Attaching that plus the highlights of your system (OS, Video Card, RAM, CPU, MB) would assist in diagnosing your problem.