Designated Computer License Administration

A Designated Computer License authorizes you to install and run MathWorks^® software on only one computer. The installation is restricted for use to a host ID that identifies a particular computer, but not a particular user. Any number of people can log in and use the software, but not simultaneously.

Note

Users on a Designated Computer License must be physically present to use the software. The Designated Computer License does not allow remote access.

To install MathWorks products available through a Designated Computer License, run the MathWorks product installer. During installation, sign in to your MathWorks Account, select the license that you want to install, and provide the information requested by the other installer dialog boxes. The installer determines which products to install based on the license you specify.

You can install MathWorks products on individual computers in one of two ways:

• Standard installation — You will need a MathWorks Account for standard online installation. Follow the instructions in Download and Install MATLAB. This installation requires a MathWorks Account.

• Offline installation — To install products on an offline machine, follow these steps:

  1. Retrieve the license file and file installation key associated with the license. For instructions, see Where can I find my license file and file installation key?

  2. On a machine that can connect to the internet, download the installer and product installation files. For instructions, see Download Products Without Installing.

  3. Move the license file, file installation key, installer, and product installation files to the offline machine and run the installer to complete the installation process. For instructions, see Install Products on Offline Computer.