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Matlab for Middlesex University

Using MATLAB on Campus

On Hendon Campus, we have installed MATLAB in several specialist labs. This includes the Ritterman first floor, Hatchcroft first floor, and so on. You can also reach these computers from outside campus via SplashTop. If you are unable to access these computers, please ask your Academic/Tutor to get in touch with the SAT Technicians.

Installing MATLAB on your personal device

There are two ways you can install MATLAB on your personal device.

• Using MDX on-prem License Server;
• Using the license directly from MATLAB

Install using MDX On-PREM License Server

If you wish to make use of MDX On-Prem License Server (recommended), you will need to have MDX VPN running when the programme starts. If you are unsure how to get the VPN, please log a ticket with CCSS HelpDesk who will guide you and set you up on your device.

For the installation, you will need

• MATLAB Installer ISO   
  you can download it directly from MATLAB website
• Installation Key   
• License File   

You can download all of the above from MatLab website once you have logged into your Mathworks account using the University Email address.

Given the large size of the ISO file, it may be better if you download it while on Campus or use some download manager that is capable of restarting the download in case the connection resets.

Here is a quick video to show you how the installation should proceed
Please note, we had to speed up the video to keep the video length short.
Actual time for installation is significantly longer in any case (the computer clock on the video should give you some idea of the actual time required).
 

Install using the license directly from MATLAB

If you have not already, please register an account with MathWorks using the University email address. MathWorks will automatically associate your account with the Middlesex License. You can download the installer for your preferred platform right away.

If you have an account with MDX email address already, but have forgotten your password, please reset your password with MathWorks and then download the installer for your preferred platform.

Once downloaded, run the installer. Please make sure you have sufficient priviledge on the system you are trying to install the software, and that the installer is compatible with the platform.

1. Begin installation. it will ask you for the email address, please put the University email and press next 
   
    
2. Please type in your password and prexx "Sign In"
   
    
3. Please accept the license agreement and press "Next"
   
    
4. Please make sure the appropriate license is selected (as shown below), click "Next"
   
    
5. The installer will show you the details you have entered for confirmation. Please check them carefully and then press "Next"
   
    
6. Please confirm the installation directory (in most cases you don't need to change it) and press "Next"
   
    
7. Please select the appropriate products from the list. If unsure, please check with your Tutor, or select all of them (will take more space on your local drive)
   
    
8. Please add a shortcut to desktop if you wish, and then click "Next"
   
    
9. This is the final confirmation before starting the actual install. If you are satisfied with the information shown, please click on "Begin Install"
   
    
10. The install will begin. It may take some time to complete depending on your Internet Speed and also available computer resources. Please be patient. You can continue to do other tasks and let this run in the background.
    
     
11. All done! Please "Close" the installer. You are now ready to use MatLab on your local machine.
    
     

If you encounter any problem with the instructions above, please consult your tutor. If the tutors are unsure, please ask them to contact the SAT Technicians on your behalf.

Yearly Re-activation of Matlab

If you are using Matlab directly from MathWorks site (i.e., your own license), it will expire annually and you will need to re-activate it.

The process is quite simple, and will work as long as it has been installed with your @mdx.ac.uk account.

Please follow the instructions as per your Operating System:

Windows:
Start=>AllPrograms=>MATLAB R20xxx=>Activate MATLAB R20xxx

 

Apple OSX:
Go to /Applications/ right click on your MATLAB app select Show Package Contents look in the bin folder.

Its the first item in the bin folder: activate_matlab.sh

News: SELF-PACED MATLAB COURSES

Self paced online Matlab Training is now INCLUDED for all Middlesex University students and staff as part of our agreement with Mathworks

If you already have a Mathworks account with your university email address, you can enjoy the self-paced online tutorials and training by visiting the Matlab training section.

If you notice that any of the details above have changed, or need amendment, or if you are having difficulty in understanding or following the instructions above, please feel free to visit the Science and Technology technical offices for support or email SAT Technicians from Outlook using your University email account. Support requests ONLY from Middlesex University Email accounts are entertained.