How to start multiple instances of Apollo

To run multiple instances of Apollo, follow these steps:

1. Copy the configuration file:
   Start by copying the sunshine.conf file from your Apollo installation and name it something like sunshine_2.conf. This file will be used for the second instance.

2. Modify the configuration file:
   To ensure the second instance runs in parallel with the original one, modify the following entries in the sunshine_2.conf file:

   # Set a different port to avoid conflicts
   port = 48989
   # Customize the name of the second instance
   sunshine_name = Apollo2
   # Use a separate state file to distinguish between instances
   file_state = apollo_state2.json
   # Change the log path to prevent conflicts
   log_path = apollo2.log

3. Start the second Apollo instance:
   Once the configuration file is ready, start the second Apollo instance by running:
   sunshine.exe path\to\sunshine_2.conf
   Make sure you run it with SYSTEM privilege to ensure full functionality.

4. Using a PowerShell script:
   You can simplify this process with a PowerShell script. The start-apollo.ps1 script helps automate launching the instance.
   To create a shortcut for this script:

   • Set the target to:
     powershell -ExecutionPolicy Bypass -File "path\to\start-apollo.ps1"
   • Execute the script with Administrator privilege.

   Note: Starting the instance with only Administrator privilege is sufficient, but you won’t be able to access UAC dialogs or enter the lock screen password through streaming.

5. Start additional instances:
   If needed, you can repeat the above steps to create more Apollo instances. This will allow you to connect multiple Artemis/Moonlight clients simultaneously and manage several virtual monitors.