1. Insert the Mathematica DVD. A new window appears on your screen.

  2. Drag the Mathematica icon from the window to the location on your hard drive where you want to install Mathematica.
    • Note: If you are installing over a previous version of Mathematica, your existing mathpass file and custom settings will not be deleted.
  3. When all files have been copied, launch Mathematica by opening the folder where you installed Mathematica and double-clicking the Mathematica icon.
  4. Mathematica starts up and the following dialog box appears. Select Single machine. Enter your name, the name of your organization, and your license number (located on your electronic or printed certificate) in the text fields provided. Click OK when you are done.

  5. The following dialog box appears showing the MathID number for your machine. To obtain your password, click the Web button, go to register.wolfram.com, or contact Wolfram Research (see “Registration and Passwords” for further information). You will need to supply your license number and your MathID number.

  6. Enter your password and click OK. You are now ready to start using Mathematica.