FAQ

  • Q.

    What is the required minimum version of Microsoft Excel to run the add-in?

  • A.

    eniacSim requires a 64-bit version of Excel and was developed and tested on Excel 365 for macOS. All 64-bit versions (Excel 2016 and newer) for macOS and Windows should work. If you are not sure, you can get a free trial version and check compatibility of your system.

  • Q.

    Does the add-in work on Excel for macOS?

  • A.

    Yes, the add-in was developed for macOS and is fully functional on Excel for macOS.

  • Q.

    Does the add-in work on Excel for Windows?

  • A.

    Yes, the add-in was tested to the best of our knowledhe on several versions of Windows and is fully functional on Excel for Windows.

  • Q.

    What does "designed and developed for macOS" mean?

  • A.

    Microsoft has launched its Office applications including Excel for macOS some years ago. Unfortunately, the calculation speed and functionality of macOS versions lack far behind the Windows applications. Calculations take several times longer and many features of the Windows versions are implemented on macOS either not properly or not at all. We therefore have developed the add-in specifically to run on macOS devices and considered all restrictions of the macOS Excel environment. As Windows versions are more mature developed, there should not be any problems in running the add-in on Windows devices due to upward compatibility.

  • Q.

    Are updates free?

  • A.

    Yes, all updates for the current version are free during an active license period.

  • Q.

    Do you offer discounts for students or academic institutions?

  • A.

    Yes, we offer a 75% discount on a full verision for a 1-year license.  Please get in contact to qualify and receive your discount voucher.

  • Q.

    Do you offer discounts on multiple licenses?

  • A.

    Yes, please get in contact with us for quantity discounts.

  • Q.

    Can I install/run the add-in on different computers?

  • A.

    You will need a license for each computer you run the add-in.  Each license is bound to one specific computer device.  You can revoke a license on one computer and activate the same license on another computer.

  • Q.

    What happens, if I change my computer?

  • A.

    You have to deactivate your license on the old computer and activate it on the new computer.

  • Q.

    Do I need a working Internet connection to run the add-in?

  • A.

    No, you just need an Internet connection for activation or deactivation of your license.  After activation, you can work offline (e.g. in a plane) without restrictions.

  • Q.

    Do I need an Internet connection for activation and deactivation of a license?

  • A.

    Yes, the add-in will connect directly to the license management on our server. If you have restrictions, e.g. due to a firewall, you can make the activation/deactivation procedure directly on this website on the My License page and do not need an Internet connection for the device on that you have installed the add-in.

  • Q.

    What happens after my license has expired?

  • A.

    You can see the remaining time of your license in the About window of the add-in. After expiry of your license, the add-in will continue to work as a light version for 15 more days befor switching to a trial version. You can see the function scope of Light and Trial versions here.

User Manual

You can download the current User Manual here.

Sample Files for eniacSim

Download a selection of sample files that work with eniacSim.

Rolling Dice

Simulation of throws with 4 six-eyed dice and calculation of the sum.
Simple example for the use of discrete uniform probability distribution.

DCF Model 1

Valuation based on a Discounted Cash Flow calculation with random input variables. The risk factors are defined with fixed parameters in the cells.

DCF Model 2

Valuation based on a Discounted Cash Flow calculation with random input variables. The risk factors are defined with formulas in the cells.

S&P 500

A simulation of the S&P500 index over a period over the next 12 months, based on past weekly returns.

Button control

A simulation model that demonstrates how to use buttons that call the add-in to run the simulation.