loading speed

[lindsayf]

Hi
Why is NT so slow in loading up a live feed workspace?..I also have MT4 and it loads up much much faster with much more historical data. Have i got NT configured wrongly somehow..or is it inherently slower for some reason?
thanks

[NinjaTrader_VinceB]

Lindsay,

What are your computer specs? Do you have all your programs installed on the same computer? It could be you're pulling too many resources. Have you checked your CPU usage?

[lindsayf]

its a new dual core high speed processor (not sure of exact spec without looking) 2 meg of ram..it is dedicated to trading so very little else on it..not sure how to check cpu usage...but it remains that MT4 loads up in a split second and NT can take 30 sec to load a workspace with 2 charts?

thanks

[NinjaTrader_VinceB]

Lindsay,

Please check the following link and see if that improves performance:

http://www.ninjatrader-support.com/HelpGuideV6/PerformanceTips1.html

[lindsayf]

how long should it take for a reasonable setup to load a 200 tick NQ workspace with a few indicators on it? ..I wouldnt think my internet connection would bea factor as it doesnt affect MT4

thks

[NinjaTrader_VinceB]

Lindsay,

Normally about 10 to 30 seconds. However it can take longer when a large amount of historical data is requested.

[lindsayf]

mine is probably in the normal range then thanks