Mathworks MATLAB Installation for New Users: Mac

 

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.
     
    View of dialog box stating sign in to get started. View of CSULB single sign on login box  

     
  2. Select 'Create Mathworks Account.'  Fill in the missing profile information and create a password.  Note the password for future reference.
     
    View of Create a Mathworks account button View of form on website to fill in profile info.

     
  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 on your computer screen different from the one provided.

    View of Matlab version button

     
  4. Click the MacOS button to download the installer.  Indicate your preferred download location, if prompted.
     
    view of buttons to select operating system view of file folder system

  5. Go to your default download folder to locate and open the file.  Double-click on the file icon to run the installer.

    View of Matlab installer dialog box

  6. Select 'Log in with a Mathworks account.' Click 'Next.'

    view of installation method dialog box using Mathworks account or File Installation Key if you have no internet connection.
     
  7. Click ‘Yes’ to accept the terms of the license agreement.  Click 'Next.'

    View of screen showing license agreement
     
  8. Log in to your Mathworks account.  Click ‘Next.’

    view of screen asking for Mathworks email address and password
     

  9. 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.

  10. Click on the license number and then ‘Next’.

    view of screen showing list of license numbers.
     
  11. Click 'Next' to accept the default folder location. Select 'Browse' to change the location.

    View of screen requesting installation folder location.
     
  12. 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.

    View of list of Mathworks products
     

  13. Select your installation options.

    view of screen asking for your desired installation options-- on the desktop or in the start menu.

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

    view of screen confirming the product to install

  15. Select 'Next.'
    view of screen telling you there are additional products if you want them
     

  16. 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. 

    view of screen for activating Matlab after installation
     

  17. Select 'Next."

    view of another activation screen
     

  18. Click 'Confirm.'

    View of dialog box showing information about what will be activated for whom
     

  19. Click 'Finish."

    View of screen showing that activation is complete

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.

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