The Sampling tab of the Run Preferences dialog sets the sampling seed value, sampling method, and sample size. For general instructions, see Setting Run Preferences.
The Sampling tab of the Run Preferences dialog has these settings:
Use Same Sequence Of Random Numbers — Sets the random number generator to generate the same set of random numbers for assumptions, so you can repeat simulation results. When you select this option, enter an integer seed value in the Initial Seed Value text box.
Initial Seed Value — Determines the first number in the sequence of random numbers generated for the assumption cells (integer).
Note: | To reproduce the sample results shown in this manual, select Use Same Sequence Of Random Numbers and use a seed value of 999. |
Sampling Method — Indicates whether to use Monte Carlo or Latin Hypercube simulation sampling. Latin Hypercube sampling generates values more evenly and consistently across the distribution, but requires more memory.
Sample Size — For Latin Hypercube sampling, divides each distribution into the specified number of intervals (bins). A higher number increases the evenness of the sampling method, while reducing the randomness.