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You can install and run Mathcad Prime without a license. Either as the free 'Express' version with reduced functionality or with a 30 day trial period with full functionality.
You only need the installation zip file. If you don't have this, please contact us by submitting a request here at https://support.alfasoft.com.
First, unzip the install package ...
... and double click on setup.exe. You will then see this screen:
After clicking "Next" you see a screen the legal text:
You need to accept the software agreement and also tick the box at the bottom:
After clicking Next you will see what's about to be installed:
This can differ depending on what's already installed on your computer. Just click "Next".
You can then choose if you want to install the converter so you can convert Mathcad 15 (or older) files (.mcd and .xmcd). You may also choose to install the help files locally:
Click on 'Install' and then wait a few minutes ...
Until it's done:
After clicking "Finish" you will hopefully see a Mathcad Prime icon on your desktop:
And new shortcuts in the start menu:
Using the 'PTC Mathcad Prime 9.0' start menu item or double-clicking on the icon will start Prime:
Then, if it can't locate a license you will see the 'PTC Mathcad License Wizard':
If you just want to run the free version you just click 'Exit' and start using Prime Express:
If you wish to start a 30 trial you click Next and will see this:
Select "I am new to PTC.COM and need to create an account." and click Next.
Complete all the fields with your details and click on "Create Account" you should automatically retrieve the trial license file and be able to use all features.