These interim updates typically address situations that are not commonly encountered and are not required by most customers. These updates will be included in the next general release.

The updates are available in zip form. After downloading the zip file, contact Rockwell Software's Technical Support at arena-support@ra.rockwell.com and provide your name and license number to obtain the password necessary to unlock the archive. After unlocking the archive, extract all of the files into the Arena directory unless otherwise stated.

Each update contains all of the fixes from previous updates.

ARENA 8.00.00 HOTFIX 2 INSTALLATION NOTES (January 09, 2004):

This HotFix is intended for Arena 8.00.00 installations only. It contains several Arena and Contact Center Edition fixes made after the release. This HotFix is cumulative (contains all of the fixes made in HotFix 1) and is intended to replace HotFix 1 for Arena 8.00.00.

To install this patch, make sure that Arena 8.00.00 is currently not running. Unzip the contents of this zipped file to the Arena 8.00.00 installation directory. Make sure that overwrite files is selected.

R69447194 - HOTFIX 2 for Arena 8.00.00

FILES REDISTRIBUTED IN THIS HOTFIX:

File: SmAnim.dll
Destination: /

File: SmTpl.dll
Destination: /

File: SmSim.dll
Destination: /

File: SmMod.dll
Destination: /

File: Contact Times and Counts.rpt
Destination: /Reports/ContactCenter

File: AgentUtil.tpo
Destination: /Template

File: ContactData.tpo
Destination: /Template

File: CSUtil.tpo
Destination: /Template

File: Script.tpo
Destination: /Template

File: Arena 8.00.00 HotFix 2 Installation Notes.txt
Destination: /

NEW ISSUES RESOLVED IN THIS HOTFIX:

Arena

1. Fixed an issue where the list of directories for Arena reports was limited to 260 characters. If this list exceeded this size, Arena would crash on startup.
2. Fixed an issue where Excel was unable to open a spreadsheet if Arena was reading or writing to it and the model did not read or write to all of the predefined recordsets.
3. Fixed an issue where Arena would crash when checking a model where an expression exceeded 8192 characters.
4. Expanded the maximum Expression length from 8K to 32K.
5. Fixed an issue where modules may remain highlighted after reloading a model.

ISSUES RESOLVED FROM HOTFIX 1 (INCLUDED IN THIS HOTFIX):

Arena

1. Fixed an issue where an animation picture (global, resource, transporter, etc.) was incorrectly displayed if the reference point for the picture was located at coordinates 0,0.
2. Fixed an issue where Seize Area animation was incorrectly displayed. Pictures are now animated in the order they enter the Seize queue.
3. Fixed an issue where Storage Arena animation was incorrectly displayed. Pictures are now animated in the order they enter the Storage.
4. Fixed an issue where Intersection associations for Stations in the Stations module were lost when a model built in a prior version of Arena was opened in the current version.
5. Fixed an issue where spreadsheet tool tips weren't being displayed after a spreadsheet cell was edited.

Contact Center Edition

1. Fixed an issue in the Contact Times and Counts report where outbound calls were appearing incorrectly.
2. Fixed an issue where returned counts were tallied twice for Call Return and Outbound Call counts.
3. Fixed an issue where Contact Types weren't properly being displayed in the spreadsheet view.

( User Zone download of file 1706KB)

ARENA 8.00.00 HOTFIX 1 INSTALLATION NOTES: (November 25, 2003)

R65051460 HOTFIX file no. 1 for 8.00.00

This HotFix is intended for Arena 8.00.00 installations only.

It contains several Arena and Contact Center Edition fixes made after the release.

To install this patch, make sure that Arena 8.00.00 is currently not running. Unzip the contents of this zipped file to the Arena 8.00.00 installation directory. Make sure that overwrite files is selected.

FILES REDISTRIBUTED IN THIS HOTFIX:

File: SmAnim.dll
Destination: /

File: SmTpl.dll
Destination: /

File: Contact Times and Counts.rpt
Destination: /Reports/ContactCenter

File: AgentUtil.tpo
Destination: /Template

File: ContactData.tpo
Destination: /Template

File: CSUtil.tpo
Destination: /Template

File: Script.tpo
Destination: /Template

File: Arena 8.00.00 HotFix 1 Installation Notes.txt
Destination: /

ISSUES RESOLVED IN THIS HOTFIX:

Arena

1. Fixed an issue where an animation picture (global, resource, transporter, etc.) was incorrectly displayed if the reference point for the picture was located at coordinates 0,0.
2. Fixed an issue where Seize Area animation was incorrectly displayed. Pictures are now animated in the order they enter the Seize queue.
3. Fixed an issue where Storage Arena animation was incorrectly displayed. Pictures are now animated in the order they enter the Storage.
4. Fixed an issue where Intersection associations for Stations in the Stations module were lost when a model built in a prior version of Arena was opened in the current version.
5. Fixed an issue where spreadsheet tool tips weren't being displayed after a spreadsheet cell was edited.

Contact Center Edition

1. Fixed an issue in the Contact Times and Counts report where outbound calls were appearing incorrectly.
2. Fixed an issue where returned counts were tallied twice for Call Return and Outbound Call counts.
3. Fixed an issue where Contact Types weren't properly being displayed in the spreadsheet view.

( User Zone download of file )

Current shipping version: 7.01.00

ARENA 7.01.00 HOTFIX 2 INSTALLATION NOTES: (May 15, 2003)

R45441346 HOTFIX 2 File

This HotFix is intended for Arena 7.01.00 installations only. It contains multiple fixes to the Category Overview report. This HotFix is independent of HotFix 1 for Arena 7.01.00. It can be installed by itself and does not contain the contents of HotFix 1.

To install this patch, make sure that Arena 7.01.00 is currently not running. Unzip the contents of this zipfile to the Arena 7.01.00 installation directory. Make sure that the overwrite files option is selected.

FILES REDISTRIBUTED IN THIS HOTFIX:

File: Category Overview.rpt
Destination: /Reports

File: Arena 7.01.00 HotFix 2 Installation Notes.txt
Destination: /

ISSUES RESOLVED IN THIS HOTFIX:

1. Fixed an issue in the Category Overview report with average calculation. An integer average was being returned instead of a real causing the incorrect reporting of averages.
2. Fixed an issue in the Category Overview report with the half width calculation. The half width calculation reported by the report now matches the half width reported by the SIMAN OUT file.
3. Replaced the hard coded square root calculations in the report with a new function provided by the reporting engine.

( User Zone download of file )

ARENA 7.01.00 HOTFIX Notes: (April 17, 2003)

R42637132 - HOTFIX File No. 1 for 7.01.00

This HotFix is intended for Arena 7.01.00 installations only. It contains a new utility in the form of an Arena add-in that is used for converting Arena models containing VBA blocks to the Arena 7.01.00 format.

FILES REDISTRIBUTED IN THIS HOTFIX:

File: VBA5DoeConversion.dll
Destination: /Add-ins

File: Arena70100HF1.bat
Destination: /

File: Arena 7.01.00 HotFix 1 Installation Notes.txt
Destination: /

ISSUES RESOLVED IN THIS HOTFIX:

Model Conversion

1. This utility fixes model conversion issues of models containing
   VBA blocks prior to Arena 7.00.00.
   

This file is available for download through the Rockwell Automation Knowledgebase under Tech Note R42637132. Click here to access the MySupport site and then select "Knowledgebase." From the search screen, you may enter the Tech Note number to display the link to the HotFix download file.

USING THE CONVERSION UTILITY:

1. Start Arena 7.01.00
2. Close all open models
3. From the Arena Tools menu, select VBA 5 Doe File Conversion Utility
4. The utility will prompt for a model file to convert. Browse to the folder of the model to convert, select the model and click the Open button. Note: if you try to convert a model that does not contain VBA blocks,an error will occur.
5. When the utility is finished converting the model, save the model (under a different name if you wish to save the original model in the old format).
   
   ( User Zone download of file )

ARENA 7.00.00 HOTFIX 2 Notes: (April 17, 2003)

R42152679 - HOTFIX File No. 2 for Arena 7.00.00

This HotFix is intended for Arena 7.00.00 installations only. It contains a new utility in the form of an Arena add-in that is used for converting Arena models containing VBA blocks to the Arena 7.00.00 format. This HotFix is cumulative. It replaces HotFix 1 for
Arena 7.00.00.

To install this patch, make sure that Arena 7.00.00 is currently not running. Unzip the contents of this zipfile to the Arena 7.00.00 installation directory. Make sure that overwrite files is selected. After the installation is complete, browse to the Arena 7.00.00 installation directory and double click on the file Arena70000HF2.bat.

FILES REDISTRIBUTED IN THIS HOTFIX:

File: VBA5DoeConversion.dll
Destination: /Add-ins

File: smImportFromDatabase.dll
Destination: /Add-ins

File: smExportToDatabase.dll
Destination: /Add-ins

File: Arena70000HF2.bat
Destination: /

File: Arena 7.00.00 HotFix 2 Installation Notes.txt
Destination: /

ISSUES RESOLVED IN THIS HOTFIX:

Model Conversion

1. This utility fixes model conversion issues of models containing VBA blocks prior to Arena 7.00.00. In this version of the utility, the following issues have been addressed from the prior hotfix release:
   a. VBA project references were not being properly preserved after a conversion.
   b. Non-sequential VBA block numbers were not being properly wired back together with the correct VBA code after a conversion.

This file is available for download through the Rockwell Automation Knowledgebase under Tech Note R42152679. Click here to access the MySupport site and then select "Knowledgebase." From the search screen, you may enter the Tech Note number to display the link to the HotFix download file.

USING THE CONVERSION UTILITY:

1. Start Arena 7.00.00
2. Close all open models
3. From the Arena Tools menu, select VBA 5 Doe File Conversion Utility
4. The utility will prompt for a model file to convert. Browse to the folder of the model to convert, select the model and click the Open button. Note: if you try to convert a model that does not contain VBA blocks, an error will occur.
5. When the utility is finished converting the model, save the model (under a different name if you wish to save the original model in the old format).
   
   ( User Zone download of file )

ARENA 7.00.00 HOTFIX 1 INSTALLATION NOTES: (October 10, 2002)

This HotFix is intended for Arena 7.00.00 installations only. It contains a new utility in the form of an Arena add-in that is used for converting Arena models containing VBA blocks to the Arena 7.00.00 format.

To install this patch, make sure that Arena 7.00.00 is currently not running. Unzip the contents of this zipfile to the Arena 7.00.00 installation directory. Make sure that overwrite files is selected. Download the HotFix.

After the installation is complete, browse to the Arena 7.00.00 installation directory and double-click on the file Arena70000HF1.bat.

FILES REDISTRIBUTED IN THIS HOTFIX:

File: VBA5DoeConversion.dll
Destination: /Add-ins

File: Arena70000HF1.bat
Destination: /

File: Arena 7.00.00 HotFix 1 Installation Notes.txt
Destination: /

ISSUES RESOLVED IN THIS HOTFIX:

Model Conversion

1. This utility fixes model conversion issues of models containing VBA blocks prior to Arena 7.00.00.
   

USING THE CONVERSION UTILITY:

1. Start Arena 7.00.00
2. Close all open models
3. From the Arena Tools menu, select VBA 5 Doe File Conversion Utility
4. The utility will prompt for a model file to convert. Browse to the folder of the model to convert, select the model and click the Open button. Note: if you try to convert a model that does not contain VBA blocks,an error will occur.
5. When the utility is finished converting the model, save the model (under a different name if you wish to save the original model in the old format)

ARENA 6.00.03 HOTFIX 1 (August 8, 2002)

INSTALLATION NOTES: This HotFix is intended for Arena 6.00.03 installations only. Please make sure that the Arena 6.00.03 patch is installed prior to installing this HotFix.

To install this patch, make sure that Arena 6.00.03 is currently not running. Unzip the contents of this zipfile to the Arena 6.00.03 installation directory. Make sure that overwrite files is selected. Download the hotfix.

FILES REDISTRIBUTED IN THIS HOTFIX:

File: AgentUtil.tpo
Destination: /Template

File: ContactData.tpo
Destination: /Template

File: CSUtil.tpo
Destination: /Template

File: Script.tpo
Destination: /Template

File: hspp.dll
Destination: /Template

File: Arena 6.00.03 HotFix 1 Installation Notes.txt
Destination: /

ISSUES RESOLVED IN THIS HOTFIX:

Contact Center Edition

1. Fixed an issue in Queue for Agent module. When preempting a contact, Agent Utilization per Contact Type wasn't calculated correctly.
2. Fixed an issue where Inbound/Outbound Utilization wasn't calculated correctly for Transferred or Conferenced contacts.
3. Fixed an issue where Inbound/Outbound Utilization for Parent Groups was only calculated correctly for the first Parent Group and not the remainder.

Packaging Edition

1. Fixed a roundoff error in the Split routine conditional statement that checked whether a Conveyor is full, which could cause some models to stop responding.
   

Software patch 6.00.03
(This patch is intended for updating the 6.00.02 version.) -- (July 11, 2002)

The following issues have been corrected in the 6.00.03 Patch release of the software:

General:

• Arena—Corrected a problem related to Time Patterns. Time spans are now updating resource capacities at the right time.
• Arena—Data would sometimes disappear from nested spreadsheet view. This has been corrected.
• Arena—A runtime problem that generated ISET, RSET errors, and sent warning messages that didn't match the limits has been corrected.
• Factory Data Model Import—Operation Parameters Boolean values are now importing properly.
• OptQuest—User Defined variables are now included in the list of controls.

Template-related:

• Contact Center Edition—In the Queue for Agent Module, when Longest Available or Uniform by Availability was chosen for the Parent Group Selection Rule, the First Available rule was always used. This is now corrected.
• Packaging Edition—The Split module previously supported a maximum of 10 branches. This limit has now been increased to 20 branches.

Download the complete .exe file: Arena patch 6_00_03.exe (10.3 MEG) The Microsoft Windows Installer requires that your original installation source media be present in order to apply this patch.

ARENA CONTACT CENTER EDITION

Current shipping version: 6.00.02

Software patch available -- May 15, 2002

This patch fixes a problem with the Arena 6.00.02 Call Center Template. The template incorrectly uses the “First Available Rule” for parent group selection even if “Uniform by Availability” or “Longest Available” was specified in models, resulting in incorrect agent utilizations.

To correct this problem, unzip the file (CCE60Patch.zip) and copy the .Tpo files (UtlArena.tpo, CSUtil.tpo, Contact Data.tpo, and Script.tpo) into the \Arena\template folder. To activate the corrected features, relaunch Arena and reload the model in Arena.

Download the complete zip file: CCE60Patch.zip (469 k)

ARENA

Current shipping version: Arena 5.00.00

Software patches available: Arena 5.00.02 -- posted May 15, 2001

ALL EDITIONS (BASIC, STANDARD, PROFESSIONAL, CONTACT CENTER, PACKAGING)

1. Costing statistics are now properly calculated when an entity undergoes a Separate or Split.
2. Multiple replication models containing schedules now run to completion. Previously, isolated models ran to a point and then hung.
3. A specific user model that caused command-line SIMAN to crash now runs to completion.
4. The Process Analyzer now displays a correct average across multiple replications when the first replication has zero observations.
5. The Process Analyzer now supports running in Academic mode.
6. Packaging Edition flow calculations in the Split algorithm have been modified to avoid round-off errors. Previously, under certain circumstances, a model might appear to hang.

When unzipping the files in the Arena folder, you must select the options to Overwrite Existing Files and Use Folder Names.

Download the complete zip file : A50002_Complete.zip (3.14 Meg)

Download files that fit on floppy disk: A50002_Disk1.zip (1.32 Meg),
A50002_Disk2.zip (1.35 Meg), A50002_Disk3.zip (0.48 Meg)

ARENA

Current shipping version: Arena 5.00.00

Software patches available: Arena 5.00.01 -- posted February 26, 2001

BASIC, STANDARD, OR ProfessionalS

1. The Statistic module from AdvancedProcess now writes Counter output files properly when combined with a Set module from the BasicProcess panel. Previously, the output filename was removed.
2. Custom template modules that use the Fixed_RES50 element type now write the Resources element properly. Previously, Arena shut down when trying to view/write/check or run.
3. Defining a set of stations via the Advanced Transfer panel's Station module writes a correct Stations element. Previously, some models generated a Station -1 that prevented the model from running.
4. Checking a model behaves as expected. Previously, under specific conditions, Arena might crash or appear to hang.
5. Various typos and/or links have been corrected in the help files.
6. Various typos have been corrected in Smarts and Examples files.

CONTACT CENTER EDITION

1. The Runtime feature properly limits the number of agents to 100. Previously, the number of agents was limited to 20.
2. When running multiple replications, variable values are now reported correctly. Previously, some models returned negative values.
3. Multiple Call modules with the same name are now supported. Previously, this returned an error and users were required to provide unique names.
4. Animate Agents Add-in now defines proper global expression values. Previously, embedded spaces could cause error conditions.
5. Animate Agents Add-in creates global pictures that animate immediately after placing. Previously, users had to edit and Ok each picture before animating.
6. The spreadsheet heading in the Transfer to Script module had a typo which has been corrected.
7. Modules placed in Arena by the Contact Center Spreadsheet now displayed the correct text on the module. Previously, users had to edit and Ok each module to get the correct text.
8. The Call Pattern Editor now interprets call volumes, not percentages. The maximum call volume per time slot allowed in the Call Pattern Editor is 1000. Volumes higher than 1000 are not supported for import or export.

PACKAGING EDITION

1. Conveyor sensor variables are now properly cleared between replications. Previously, a run-time error could occur if running multiple replications and using conveyor sensors.
2. Round-off errors associated with calculating flow through a Split module have been resolved. Previously, these errors would cause a model to hang.

When unzipping the files in the Arena folder, you must select the options to Overwrite Existing Files and Use Folder Names.

Download the complete zip file: : A50001_Complete.zip (3.14 Meg)

Download files that fit on floppy disk: A50001_Disk1.zip (1.32 Meg), 
A50001_Disk2.zip (1.35 Meg), A50001_Disk3.zip (0.48 Meg)

ARENA STANDARD OR ProfessionalS

Software patches available: Arena 4.0c -- reposted June 27, 2000

1. The use of simultaneous failure events with the WAIT rule now cause the simulation time to progress normally in a particular user model. Previously, the simulation time attempted to move backwards.
2. Models that enable conveyor stats via the Run/Setup dialog compile and link properly. Previously, under certain circumstances, a Linker error was generated.
3. Models containing certain elements (such as Parameters or Variables) that were converted from Arena 3.x now save with similar file sizes. Previously, the size of the file grew significantly when saved in Arena 4.0.
4. Queues added to a model via the automation method now have the Shift property set correctly.
5. Preempted entities have their statistics updated appropriately. Previously, under specific conditions, some entities may have incorrectly accumulated time in the wait category.
6. Arena correctly stores information regarding embedded objects. Previously, some embedded objects (file attachments, bitmaps, etc.) lost information and would not load in the model.

When unzipping the files in the Arena folder, you must select the options to Overwrite Existing Files and Use Folder Names.

Arena 4.0c includes all fixes from previous updates.

Download the complete zip file: : A40c_Complete.zip (5.21 Meg)

Download files that fit on floppy disk: A40c_Disk1.zip (1.36 Meg), A40c_Disk2.zip   (1.17 Meg), A40c_Disk3.zip (1.32 Meg), A40c_Disk4.zip (1.36 Meg)

ARENA Basic

Software patches available: Arena Business Edition 4.0c -- reposted June 27, 2000

1. Queues added to a model via the automation method now have the Shift property set correctly.
2. Preempted entities have their statistics updated appropriately. Previously, under specific conditions, some entities may have incorrectly accumulated time in the wait category.
3. Arena correctly stores information regarding embedded objects. Previously, some embedded objects (file attachments, bitmaps, etc.) lost information and would not load in the model.

When unzipping the files in the Arena folder, you must select the options to Overwrite Existing Files and Use Folder Names.

Arena 4.0c includes all fixes from previous updates.

Download the complete zip file: BE40c_Complete.zip (5.33 Meg)

Download files that fit on floppy disk: BE40c_Disk1.zip (1.39 Meg), BE40c_Disk2.zip (1.27 Meg), BE40c_Disk3.zip (1.32 Meg), BE40c_Disk4.zip (1.36 Meg)

ARENA NETWORK LICENSE MANAGER

Software patches available: Arena 4.0b -- March 30, 2000

1. Arena and the License Manager no longer give the "Restriction_File_Moved" error and/or lose the licensing information. {Note: The Crypkey protection drivers have been updated. NT users must run the newer SetupEx.exe and then reboot the machine for the NT service to be updated. If you experience any difficulty, consult the Readme.txt file included with this update.} 
2. The License Manager now contains a Direct Transfer option that allows you to move a license from one machine to another via a network connection. For more information on this feature, see the online help topic entitled Transfer Authorization.

Download the zip file, extract the files into the Arena folder, then click on the Setup.exe (59 KB, dated 2/16/1999): NLM40b.zip (1.1 Meg)

ARENA CALL CENTER EDITION

Skill-based Routing Add-In -- May 7, 1999

This Add-In provides you with the ability to better define, manage, and experiment with your call center agents, calls, and skill priorities through a Microsoft Excel-based Skill-based Routing Editor. The skill-based routing sheet contains options to configure the representation depending upon the type of ACD used, whether it is Lucent (EAS) or Nortel. Once configured, you can simply cut or paste information from the Skill Definition Matrices generated by the ACD.

• Download the zip file that includes Skill Based Routing.xls, Skill Based Routing.exe, and the Skill-Based Routing Add-In.doc instruction file: Skill_Based_Routing.zip (175k). It is suggested that you also download the Call$im 3.51 enhancements when you download the Skill-Based Routing zip file.

Arena Call Center Edition 3.51 – March 16, 1999

1. Reports module now supports outbound calls.
2. Disconnected call counts now include calls cleared from a queue at the end of an agent shift.
3. Agent utilization reports display proper values.
4. Queues are cleared only when the agent utilization is scheduled to be off duty.
5. Removed the Agent utilization per Call Type statistic from the output report.

Arena Call Center Edition 3.51 for Arena 3.51 (requires Arena 3.51 installation):

• CS351_Complete.Zip (1.1 Meg). Download the complete zip file. Extract the files into the Arena\Template folder.

Arena Call Center Edition 3.51 for Arena 3.5c (requires Arena 3.5c patch):

• CS35c_Complete.Zip (1.1 Meg). Download the complete zip file. Extract the .tpo files into the Arena\Template folder. Extract the .exe file into the Arena folder.

ARENA STANDARD OR ProfessionalS

Software patches available: Arena 4.0b -- reposted March 30, 2000  

1. Arena and the License Manager no longer give the "Restriction_File_Moved" error and/or lose the licensing information. {Note: The Crypkey protection drivers have been updated. NT users must run the newer SetupEx.exe and then reboot the machine for the NT service to be updated. If you experience any difficulty, consult the Readme.txt file included with this update.}
2. The License Manager now contains a Direct Transfer option that allows you to move a license from one machine to another via a network connection. For more information on this feature, see the online help topic entitled Transfer Authorization.
3. Arena properly stores information regarding OLE embedded objects (such as Windows metafiles) when doing Save As. This solves problems where some specific user models that contained OLE embedded objects failed to open, and where Arena stopped functioning when a group containing OLE objects was ungrouped.
4. Arena no longer removes program files that contain an invalid or outdated format. Instead, a message is issued suggesting that you remake the program file.
5. Arena correctly displays reports generated by models containing Frequencies. Similar corrections were made for models with warmup time and reports with minor cosmetic errors.
6. The Visio Process Simulator (stencil, template, and custom dll) now stores repeat group information even when the data contains commas. Previously, any information after a comma was truncated. {Note: After unzipping the patch, you must move the file ProcessSimulation.dll to your Visio/Solutions/Process Simulation folder.}
7. When mapping from Visio shapes to Arena modules, the Visio Process Simulator no longer assumes that all Arena modules have a Name operand. Instead, only data modules are assumed to have a Name operand.
8. Data contained in custom properties of a Visio shape may now be mapped to Next Label fields in Arena modules. Previously, this information was not retained.
9. Arena displays statistics for modules with long names. Previously, stats were not displayed if the module name exceeded 32 characters.
10. Certain user models that were converted from Arena Business Edition 3.6 and did not display the appropriate data modules now do so.
11. SIMAN has improved methods for accumulating cost information on entities that continuously loop through Branch, Duplicate, or Copy blocks. Also, if costing is disabled, SIMAN does not accumulate that information at all.
12. Arena correctly displays an error message if a non-existing operand is referenced by another operand or switch.
13. Arena continues to function properly when opening and closing the picture placement window.
14. Arena modules that store properties in nested repeat groups hold their information after saving/closing/reopening.
15. Arena properly saves models that contain thousands of stations serially connected by routes.
16. The function NSExpo works properly when used as an offset on an arrival.
17. Arena correctly displays the proper context-sensitive help for the Basic Process panel modules.
18. Arena's online help files contain minor corrections and additions.
19. The patch now contains Smarts100.xls, which was inadvertantly omitted from the 4.0 release.

When unzipping the files in the Arena folder, you must select the options to Overwrite Existing Files and Use Folder Names.

Download the complete zip file: A40b_Complete.zip (4.92 Meg)

Download files that fit on floppy disk: A40b_Disk1.zip (1.33 Meg), A40b_Disk2.zip (0.98 Meg), A40b_Disk3.zip (1.29 Meg), A40b_Disk4.zip (1.32 Meg)

Arena 3.51
Software patches available: Arena 3.51a -- September 13, 1999

Arena continues to function properly after various clipboard operations (Cut/Copy/Paste/Duplicate) involving deeply nested submodels, especially those containing custom-built template modules.

• Download the complete zip file: A351a_Complete.zip (1.9 Meg)
• Download files that fit on floppy disk: A351a_Disk1.zip (0.7 Meg), A351a_Disk2.zip (1.3 Meg)

1. Logic contained in a module repeater now writes out properly for some specific complex template logic.

• Download the complete zip file: A35c_Complete.zip (2.8 Meg)
• Download files that fit on floppy disk: A35c_Disk1.zip (1.4 Meg), A35c_Disk2.zip (1.4 Meg)

Arena 3.5b – February 25, 1999

1. Animated waiting areas (especially Storages) now display entities in the proper order at the appropriate time both with and without the Connector Animation feature enabled.
2. The Num_Lines function now evaluates properly for some specific complex template logic.

Arena 3.5a – January 12, 1999

1. Arena continues to function properly when saving a model after deleting submodels.
2. The attribute of a releasing entity is set correctly when releasing a resource using the Select keyword.

ARENA BUSINESS EDITION

Arena Business Edition 4.0b -- reposted March 30, 2000

1. Arena and the License Manager no longer give the "Restriction_File_Moved" error and/or lose the licensing information. {Note: The Crypkey protection drivers have been updated. NT users must run the newer SetupEx.exe and then reboot the machine for the NT service to be updated. If you experience any difficulty, consult the Readme.txt file included with this update.}
2. The License Manager now contains a Direct Transfer option that allows you to move a license from one machine to another via a network connection. For more information on this feature, see the online help topic entitled Transfer Authorization.
3. Arena properly stores information regarding OLE embedded objects (such as Windows metafiles) when doing Save As. This solves problems where some specific user models that contained OLE embedded objects failed to open, and where Arena stopped functioning when a group containing OLE objects was ungrouped.
4. Arena no longer removes program files that contain an invalid or outdated format. Instead, a message is issued suggesting that you remake the program file.
5. The Visio Process Simulator (stencil, template, and custom dll) now stores repeat group information even when the data contains commas. Previously, any information after a comma was truncated. {Note: After unzipping the patch, you must move the file ProcessSimulation.dll to your Visio/Solutions/Process Simulation folder.}
6. Arena displays statistics for modules with long names. Previously, stats were not displayed if the module name exceeded 32 characters.
7. Certain user models that were converted from Arena Business Edition 3.6 and did not display the appropriate data modules now do so.
8. SIMAN has improved methods for accumulating cost information on entities that continuously loop through Branch, Duplicate, or Copy blocks. Also, if costing is disabled, SIMAN does not accumulate that information at all.
9. Arena continues to function properly when opening and closing the picture placement window.
10. Arena modules that store properties in nested repeat groups hold their information after saving/closing/reopening.
11. The function NSExpo works properly when used as an offset on an arrival.
12. Arena correctly displays the proper context-sensitive help for the Basic Process panel modules.
13. Arena's online help files contain minor corrections and additions.

When unzipping the files in the Arena folder, you must select the options to Overwrite Existing Files and Use Folder Names.

Download the complete zip file: BE40b_Complete.zip (5.04 Meg)

Download files that fit on floppy disk: BE40b_Disk1.zip (1.36 Meg), BE40b_Disk2.zip (1.07 Meg), BE40b_Disk3.zip (1.29 Meg), BE40b_Disk4.zip (1.32 Meg)

Arena Business Edition 3.61

No patches for this version are available.

Arena Business Edition 3.6a – March 24, 1999

1. Resource costs are reported correctly regardless of Simulation Time Units setting.

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