Q: "Hello, I've just bought a new computer. I wonder if it's possible to use MATLAB on this new computer or transfer it from my old one?"
A: Yes, this guide will show you how to migrate MATLAB to a new computer without having to reinstall it. You'll also learn how to transfer a MATLAB license from one computer to another, smoothly moving the software along with its settings or other data to your new device.
The automated way is to use a tool like Todo PCTrans – a user-friendly PC transfer utility that moves programs, files, and settings to a new device. With its help, you can also migrate licenses to another computer. The old-fashioned solution implies deactivating – reinstalling – reactivating.
Begin with the detailed steps to run MATLAB software on Windows 10/8.1/8/7/XP/Vista operating systems.
Step 1: Run Todo PCTrans on both computers
On the source computer, click PC to PC on the Todo PCTrans main screen, and proceed.
Step 2: Choose the transfer direction - from the old computer or the new one
"New" - Transfer all data from an old computer to the current new one remotely.
"Old" - Transfer all data from your current old device to the new one.
Step 3: Connect the two computers
1. Select the target PC you want to connect to by IP address or device name, then click "Connect".
2. Type the target computer's login password, then click OK to proceed.
If the target PC is not listed, you can also click Add PC to manually connect to it by entering its IP address or device name.
Step 4: Select the apps, programs, and software to transfer to the target computer
1. You can choose and pick what to transfer from the current computer to the target computer.
2. After selecting the apps and data you want to transfer, click “Transfer” to start the process.
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Is your software transfer complete? If you're interested in learning how to copy programs to another computer, read the recommended article or check out the other methods in Part 2.
How to Transfer Programs and Installed Software to Another Computer
On this page, learn a simple and practical method to easily copy and move your software to another computer with just a few clicks.
Step 1: Deactivate your MATLAB license on the old computer.
Start MATLAB. > On the toolbar, click Help. > Select Licensing, then select Deactivate Software...
Step 2. Reinstall MATLAB on the new computer.
Go to the official website and log in to your account. > Download the latest version. > Choose the platform you want to install it on. > Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation process.
Step 3: Reactivate the MATLAB license.
Go to the Help menu. > Click the down arrow, and then move your mouse over Licensing. > Choose Activate Software.
What methods would you like to try? I recommend using the Todo PCTrans tool, which excels in program migration. If you have any issues, please reach out to their support team. We look forward to hearing from you!