Mathematica FAQs
Mathematica across MnSCU
What is Mathematica?
Mathematica is the world's most powerful global computing environment. Ideal for use in engineering, mathematics, finance, physics, chemistry, biology, and a wide range of other fields, it makes possible a new level of automation in algorithmic computation, interactive manipulation, and dynamic presentation--as well as a whole new way of interacting with the world of data.
Features include instant dynamic interactivity, high-impact adaptive visualization, symbolic interface construction, load-on-demand curated data, and more.
Is Mathematica available for my machine's operating system?
Mathematica is available for on-site machines running Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux. Home-use licenses are available for machines running Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux. Click here for a complete list of platforms supported.
How do I get a copy of Mathematica?
On-Site Installations
If you wish to install Mathematica at your office or lab location please contact Your Campus IT Help Desk
Home Use - Faculty and Staff
Employees may receive a free home-use Mathematica license for a personally owned computer to continue their work at home. To request a home-use license, please fill out the Home-Use License Request Form. To obtain the Campus IT Help Desk
Home Use - Students
Students can order their own inexpensive home-use Mathematica for Students license to install and use on their personally owned computer by visiting http://store.wolfram.com/catalog/
Where do I find instructions to install Mathematica?
Installation instructions can be found below:
Single-User License Installation Instructions
Network License Installation Instructions
How do I get a password for Mathematica?
When you install MathLM, a single-user Mathematica license, or Mathematica for Students, you will need to register your license to receive a password.
Web: http://register.wolfram.com/
Email: register@wolfram.com
Toll free (U.S. and Canada): +1-877-239-7177
Outside the U.S. and Canada: +1-217-398-5151
If installing a network license on a University-owned machine, a password is not required. Instead, you will need the name or IP address of the license server running MathLM.
If installing a Mathematica home-use license on a personally owned machine, you'll need your home-use license number. You'll also need the MathID # that is generated and displayed by the product during the installation process. Tips for locating your MathID number are posted here.
When does my license expire?
Mathematica expires each year on DATE. To continue using Mathematica, follow the instructions below:
Home Use - Faculty and staff
To continue to use Mathematica, please fill out the Home-Use License Request Form. After you obtain a password extension, you may continue to use the license until DATE of the following year.
Where can I find documentation for Mathematica?
Full information on the functions, capabilities, and unified structure of the Mathematica system is available online through the Wolfram Mathematica Documentation Center.
How can I obtain technical support?
Below is a list of individuals who you can contact for technical support.
What other benefits are included with the site license?
Wolfram Workbench
Wolfram Workbench is an integrated development environment (IDE) for building large-scale technical solutions with Mathematica. If you want to develop code written in the Mathematica language, you can request a free copy of Wolfram Workbench. Find out more about Wolfram Workbench here.
The Mathematica Journal
Free online access to The Mathematica Journal is available through http://www.wolfram.com/premiersupport. Enter ORG's site license number and click on the link to The Mathematica Journal on this page to read current and past issues posted online.
Discounts on Wolfram Education Group classes and Mathematica conferences
You can receive a 15% discount off the standard price of all Wolfram Education Group classroom-based and online courses. Click here for a complete list of classes and to register. Discounts ranging from 10 to 50% off are also available for select Wolfram Research conferences, presentations, seminars, and other events. Be sure to include ORG's site license number when you register for these events so you receive your discount.
Where can I learn more about using Mathematica?
To learn about all the key capabilities in Mathematica, sign up for a free online seminar by Wolfram Education Group. If you and your colleagues are interested in a more hands-on experience, Wolfram Research may be able to arrange a seminar or webcast for your group.
Where can I find additional Mathematica-related information?
Wolfram Mathematica Documentation Center
Full information on the functions, capabilities, and unified structure of the Mathematica system
The Wolfram Demonstrations Project
An expanding collection of free interactive Demonstrations in math, science, and many other areas--at all levels, from elementary education to front-line research
Wolfram Mathematica Player
The free interactive player for Mathematica notebook documents
Mathematica Online Resource Guide
A comprehensive list of Mathematica-related links that includes information on resources, support, training, events, and more
Wolfram Information Center
A variety of resources for all users such as books, tutorials, courseware, and research papers
Technical FAQs
A vast indexed database of frequently asked questions from Wolfram Research's Technical Support department
