Questions
- How do I authorize Mathematica on my computer?
- How do I activate Mathematica the first time I open it?
- How do I sign in to Mathematica with my Bowdoin account?
- How do I activate Mathematica through my organization using SSO?
- I installed Mathematica but it is asking for an activation key. What do I do?
- How do I use single sign-on to license Mathematica?
Environment
This article applies to Bowdoin faculty, staff, and students activating Wolfram Mathematica for the first time. Mathematica is available on Bowdoin-provided computers and on personal computers. For details on installing or downloading Mathematica on a personal computer, see Downloading and Accessing Wolfram Mathematica in the Related Articles section.
Resolution
- Install Mathematica on your Bowdoin-provided computer from Self Service on macOS or Company Portal on Windows. For details, see Installing Software from Self Service and Company Portal in the Related Articles section.
- Once installed, open Mathematica.
- Near the bottom, click the Sign in button under Activate through your organization (SSO).
- At the bottom, click Single Sign-on (SSO).
- Enter your Bowdoin email address and click Continue.
- When redirected, enter your Bowdoin username and password.
Additional Help
If you need further assistance, you have several options:
- Bowdoin Bot: Chat with Bowdoin Bot directly from any KB page for instant answers.
- Phone: Call the Bowdoin College Service Desk at (207) 725-3030.
- In person: Visit the Tech Hub in Smith Union during business hours.
- Submit a ticket: Request assistance through the Service Catalog.
Additional Resources