Hi Lector!
This is normal behavior for DataSocket. You want to run a DataSocket server on both machines. Although you can SUBSCRIBE to a DS server anywhere on the network, you can only publish to your local server. We do a LOT of Datasocket work here, and this has never been a problem. It's a real security bonus, as well.
It's a good idea to split all your read and write functions. Although some front panel objects (knobs, particularly) can be controls and indicators simultaneaously, it's good practice, for a number of reasons, to NOT use both functions. I build "dummy" front panels for all my VI's which I distribute to all my colleagues who need to work with a remote instrument.
You cannot really appreciate DataSocket, till you've tried to rem
otely control something with PC Anywhere over a slow network! A bit of practice, and you'll wonder how you ever did anything without DataSocket. I'd be glad to work with you on any particulars. Good Luck!
Eric
Eric P. Nichols
P.O. Box 56235
North Pole, AK 99705