Mathworks MATLAB Installation for New Users: Windows PC

Review the System Requirements for Matlab before beginning installation. Administrative permission is required to install the software on your computer.

NOTE:  These instructions are for installation using the Chrome browser.  Some minor variations in the steps may occur when using other browsers.

Visit CSULB MathWorks to download the software.

1. Click 'Sign in to get started.'  Log in with your CSULB credentials and sign in to your Mathworks account.
    
   
    
2. Select 'Create Mathworks Account.'  Fill in the missing profile information and create a password.  Note the password for future reference.
    
3. Click the Matlab version link you prefer.  If you're unsure, choose the most current version.  (At the time of this documentation, the R2018b version is the most current.  You may see an image
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4.  Click the Windows button to download the installer.  Select your preferred file storage location. 
   
   
   
    
5. Find the downloaded file in your computer; double-click on the file to unzip it and run the installer.
    
   
    
6. Select 'Log in with a Mathworks account.' Click 'Next.'
   
   
    
7. Click ‘Yes’ to accept the terms of the license agreement.  Click 'Next.'
   
   
    
8. Log in to your Mathworks account.  Click ‘Next.’
   
   
    
9. Click on the license number and then ‘Next’.
   
   
    
10. Click 'Next' to accept the default folder location. Select 'Browse' to change the location.
    
    
     
11. Click ‘Next’ to install the pre-selected recommended products (add more products by checking the boxes next to the product name.)  Products can be added later if needed.
    
    
     

12. Select your installation options.
    
    

13. Select 'Install' and wait for the download to complete
    
    

14. Select 'Next.'
    
     

15. Leave the 'Activate MATLAB' box checked.  Click 'Next.' This process validates the license and ensures that is not used on more computers or by more users than allowed. 
    
    
     

16. Select 'Next."
    
    
     

17. Click 'Confirm.'
    
    
     

18. Click 'Finish."
    
    

Congratulations!  You have successfully installed Matlab. 

Review the resources for students on the Mathworks website for training, projects, and research to get the most from the software.