> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://support.xraysim.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# VR X-ray Simulator detailed setup guide

> Below is a detailed, step-by-step instructions to help you set up and use the VR X-ray Simulator efficiently with a portable VR training station.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Preparation">
    1. **Charge your VR headset** before starting.
    2. **Disconnect the Link cable** from both the headset and PC if already connected.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Power On Devices">
    1. Turn on the **monitor, VR headset, and PC**.
    2. **Log in** to Windows on the PC.
       <Warning> **Do not start the VR X-ray Simulator yet.** Doing so before the VR connection is ready can cause issues. </Warning>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Connect the Headset via Meta Link">
    1. **Connect the Link cable**:

    * Plug one end into the **PC**.
    * Plug the other end into the **VR headset**.

    2. **Put on the headset**.
    3. **Set up your play area**:

    * If prompted, complete the *boundary* or *guardian* setup as instructed.

    4. **Establish the Meta Link connection**:

    * Using the VR controllers, select **“Enable”** in the popup for Link.
    * *If no popup appears:*
      1. Open **Settings** (bottom left of the menu bar in the headset).
      2. Select **Link**.
      3. Select **Enable**.

    5. **Confirm you are connected**:

    * Look around in VR. You should see a white, infinitely tiled floor (“matrix”).
    * This confirms your headset is now connected to the PC using Meta Link.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Launch the VR X-ray Simulator">
    1. On the PC, **double-click** the **VR X-ray Simulator** icon on the taskbar.
       <Warning> Do not open the “Desktop X-ray Simulator”. </Warning>
    2. Inside the headset, the simulator will launch.
    3. **Using your VR controllers**, log in with the X-ray Simulator account provided for the program or station. See [Accounts and Login](/Guides/Introduction/accounts-and-login) if you need to confirm which account to use.
       <Note>All interaction with the VR X-ray Simulator must be done via the controllers.
       The PCs mouse and keyboard are not supported for VR interaction.</Note>
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Troubleshooting

**Common Issues & Solutions**

**Login screen displays “Your version has expired”**

* *Cause*: Usually, WiFi/internet is not available.
* *Fix*: Ensure your PC and headset have internet access.
  <Note>Your version might actually have expired, but this is uncommon. </Note>

**Simulator doesn't display or track headset**

* *Cause*: App started before Meta Link was enabled.
* *Fix*: Close the simulator, establish the Link connection, and relaunch.

**Cannot get to the Meta Link 'matrix' environment**

* *Cause*: Link cable is not properly connected.
* *Fix*: Check that both ends of the cable are secure.

**App is unresponsive**

* *Cause*: Oculus/Meta button was pressed, displaying an overlay.
* *Fix*: Press the button again to dismiss the overlay.

## FAQs

* **Can I use the keyboard and mouse to log in?**
  * *No. Use the VR controllers for all logins and navigation.*

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