RIT Downloads

Download Instructions

Step 1

Download the RIT Market Simulator Client Application msi version
Date Updated: August, 2023 (version: 401)

Step 2

Check your Microsoft Office build version (either 32-bit or 64-bit). To do so, follow the steps below:

1. Open Microsoft Excel
2. Click on “File,” then “Account.”
3. Click on “About Excel”

Please note that the 32-bit and the 64-bit versions refer to your Microsoft Office versions, not your Windows version. If you are not sure which version to download, please refer to the RIT – Client and RTD Installation Instructions for detailed instructions on how to install the RIT Market Simulator client and the RTD Links.

For details on how to link real-time data from the RIT Market Simulator in Excel, please follow the instructions contained in the RIT – User Guide – RTD Documentation.

Step 3

Download the RTD (Real-Time Data) Links

Date Updated: March 17, 2021 (version: 0.0.15)

Additional Information

Minimum system requirements

RIT 2.0 uses Microsoft .NET 4.8 Framework. Most windows operating systems already have it installed by default, so you do not need to install it separately. However, if you are having trouble installing or running RIT after installing it from the link above, please try to install/update .NET 4 and then try again.

Mac users: Installing Virtual Machine (VMware) on MacBook

RIT 2.0 must be downloaded on a Windows machine. Mac users can install a virtual lab on their computer for free. Simply register and download the latest build from the download portal at VMware website. This free offering includes the full set of features in VMware Fusion Pro, previously only available through a paid subscription. Users can now enjoy enhanced graphics, seamless integration, and powerful performance without any cost.

Instructions

Registration and Download:

– Visit (https://support.broadcom.com/group/ecx/productdownloads?subfamily=VMware+Fusion).

– Register for a free account if you don’t already have one.

– Navigate to the download section and select the latest build of VMware Fusion Pro for Mac.

Installation:

– Download the installer file for VMware Fusion Pro.

– Open the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

Setup Virtual Machines:

– Launch VMware Fusion Pro from your Applications folder.

– Click on “Create a New Virtual Machine”.

– Follow the prompts to install the operating system of your choice.

– Configure your virtual machine settings as needed for your specific competition requirements.

Activation:

– The free VMware Pro license key provided during registration.

– For Windows activation (UofT Students): as a UofT student you have access to a Windows OS license via (uoft.onthehub.com), please follow the instructions provided in the (uoft.onthehub.com) to download a valid copy of Windows on your VM machine. After you follow the steps, you will receive an email with the download instructions, and a link to obtain your license key.

Network administrators

RIT 2.0 uses the Microsoft Click-Once application for deployment and updates. The software automatically checks for updates each time it is launched and saves all data, including the application, on the local user profile. If you need the MSI file for the installation (recommended only for IT administrators), please also contact financelab[at]rotman.utoronto.ca

Demonstration server

To see the RIT Market Simulator in action, users can follow the appropriate links below to download the RIT Market Simulator Client Application, install the software on their PC, and connect to a demonstration server hosted by the Rotman School of Management.