Global simulation mode

[Grantx]

My live account data has been enabled and I have the following questions.
In the control center there is an option for Global simulation mode. What does selecting or deselecting this do?

Also, when I am logged into my real account and looking at my chart, under the account drop down list, I can select Sim101 or my real account. On sim the side panel changes to a bluish colour and when on the real account it changes to black. When its black Im trading my real money, and blue its only sim (and I can go crazy). Is that correct?

Thanks.

[NinjaTrader_ChrisSch]

Hello Grantx,

Thank you for your note.

The Global Simulation Mode ensures the platform is locked into SIM when it is checked. It is typically checked by default when the platform launches, however this can be changed through Tools > Options.

To be able to select your live account please ensure the following.

You must have a live license key and it must be entered under Help> License Key. (If you are unsure if your license key is live or these steps do not resolve this, please send me your license key)
Next connect to your broker by going to File> Connect and select your broker account.
Last ensure Global Simulation Mode is not checked under the Control Center> File.
Now you should be able to select your live account in any account drop down menu.

Below I have provided a link to the Global Simulation Mode section of our help guide.

http://www.ninjatrader.com/support/helpGuides/nt7/index.html?global_simulation_mode.htm

Please let us know if any further questions come up.

[Grantx]

Great. Thank you. And to confirm, when I select the live account the sidebar changes to black?

[NinjaTrader_ChrisSch]

Hello Grantx,

Thank you for the reply.

Yes, this would be correct behavior.

Please let us know if you have any additional questions.