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Install Mathematica on Your Personal Computer
Overview
Install Mathematica on your personal computer for academic use.
Linux
| These instructions apply to Linux computers for academic use: * Academic Research * Teaching and Learning | |
| Request Mathematica: Note well: Mathematica activation keys are distributed upon request. * SalukiTech Software Request | |
| Uninstall Mathematica: * Uninstall all previous Mathematica installations, then restart your computer. | |
| Download Mathematica: * Wolfram_14.3.0_LIN.iso | |
| Install Mathematica: * Running the Installer from a DVD or USB | |
 | Activate Mathematica: * Open the Wolfram app. * Click Other ways to activate. |
 | Select a method to activate: * Click Activate online by entering an activation key. |
 | Enter Activation Key: * Copy and paste your 16-character activation key. * Click Activate. |
 | Read the License Agreement: * Check I accept the terms of this agreement. * Click OK. |
Mac
| These instructions apply to Mac computers for academic use: * Academic Research * Teaching and Learning | |
| Request Mathematica: Note well: Mathematica activation keys are distributed upon request. * SalukiTech Software Request | |
| Uninstall Mathematica: * Uninstall all previous Mathematica installations, then restart your computer. | |
| Download Mathematica: * Wolfram_14.3.0_MAC.dmg | |
 | Install Mathematica: * Open the Wolfram_14.3.0_MAC.dmg disk image. * Open the Wolfram drive. * Copy the Wolfram app to the Applications folder. |
 | Install WolframScript: * Open the WolframScript.pkg installer. |
| Activate Mathematica: * Open the Wolfram app. * Click Other ways to activate. |
| Select a method to activate: * Click Activate online by entering an activation key. |
| Enter Activation Key: * Copy and paste your 16-character activation key. * Click Activate. |
| Read the License Agreement: * Check I accept the terms of this agreement. * Click OK. |
Windows
| These instructions apply to Windows computers for academic use: * Academic Research * Teaching and Learning | |
| Request Mathematica: Note well: Mathematica activation keys are distributed upon request. * SalukiTech Software Request | |
| Uninstall Mathematica: * Uninstall all previous Mathematica installations, then restart your computer. | |
| Download Mathematica: * Wolfram_14.3.0_WIN.iso | |
 | Install Mathematica: * Open the Wolfram_14.3.0_WIN.iso disk image. * Open the Wolfram drive. * Open the Windows folder. * Open the setup.exe installer. |
 | Wolfram Setup: * Click Next. |
 | Destination Location: * Click Next. |
 | Select Components: * Select Install all components (recommended). * Click Next. |
 | Start Menu Folder: * Click Next. |
 | Remove Other Applications: * If prompted, check all previous Wolfram and Mathematica installations. * Click Next |
 | Ready to Install: * Click Install. |
 | Completing the Wolfram installation: * Click Finish. |
| Activate Mathematica: * Open the Wolfram app. * Click Other ways to activate. |
| Select a method to activate: * Click Activate online by entering an activation key. |
| Enter Activation Key: * Copy and paste your 16-character activation key. * Click Activate. |
| Read the License Agreement: * Check I accept the terms of this agreement. * Click OK. |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is our Mathematica license cycle?
Our Mathematica license cycle is July 1st through June 30th the following year. Licenses must be renewed each year.