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Welcome to RailKernel

Posted: Thu Jun 04, 2026 3:47 am
by railkernel
Welcome to the RailKernel Forum

Welcome to the official RailKernel Forum!

This forum is the central place for discussions about RailKernel, support questions, bug reports, feature requests, and future development.

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What is RailKernel?

RailKernel is a modern model railway control system developed from the ground up with a strong focus on reliability, performance, and ease of use.

Current features include:

• Native Märklin CS3 and CS3+ integration
• Automatic train operation
• Intelligent route management
• Advanced block control
• Turntable support
• Multi-level layouts (so 3D)
• Complete Märklin C-Track library, and 25+ others
• Flex track support
• Windows, Linux, and macOS support
• User interface and documentation available in 17 languages

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Why This Forum?

The RailKernel Forum is the primary place to:

• Ask questions
• Get technical support
• Report bugs
• Request new features
• Discuss layouts and automation
• Share ideas and experiences
• Follow the latest RailKernel developments

Whether you are just getting started or operating a large and complex layout, you are welcome here.

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Before Posting

Please search the forum before creating a new topic.

When reporting a bug or technical issue, please include:

• RailKernel version
• Operating system
• Command station type
• Steps required to reproduce the issue
• Screenshots (if available)
• Relevant log files
- Attach your project xml file

The more information you provide, the easier it is to investigate and resolve the issue.

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Getting Started

New to RailKernel?

We recommend starting with:

• Release Announcements
• Getting Started
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Known Issues
• Feature Requests

These sections contain useful information for both new and experienced users.

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Community Guidelines

Please keep discussions friendly, respectful, and constructive.

Feedback, suggestions, and critical discussions are always welcome. We simply ask everyone to treat fellow members with courtesy and respect.

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Thank You

Thank you for your interest in RailKernel.

Whether you are running a small home layout, a club layout, or a large exhibition railway, we hope RailKernel helps you get more enjoyment from your model railway.

Enjoy the forum, and enjoy RailKernel!

The RailKernel Team

https://railkernel.nl
https://forum.railkernel.nl