Install SPSS

This article will provide step by step instructions for installing SPSS for both Windows and Mac.

New to Software Hub?

If you’re new to the Software Hub, we recommend you follow the below guide beforehand.

Getting started with Software Hub

How to Install

1. Navigate to the Software Hub

2. When prompted sign in

   1. Using your Essex IT Account credentials

Wait for your machine to validate

3. Search for SPSS

4. Copy or or take note of the license key provided under the License Details section

   1. This may be needed during installation

5. Select the dropdown arrow

6. Select to install the version that best suits your needs

Open

8. Wait for Cloudpaging Player to open

   1. SPSS should open automatically

License

SPSS when connected to the local University network should pick up the license automatically, however if using a personal device or a Mac, you may be required to enter the license key manually.

1. Open SPSS

2. Select File

3. Select Manage License

   1. Near the bottom of the menu

4. Select Launch License Wizard

5. Select the top option “Authorized user license”

6. Select Next

7. Enter to license code from the SPSS page on the Software Hub

   1. You should have taken a note of this during installation

8. Select Next

If successful, it should display an approved license screen

9. Select Next

10. Select Finish

11. Select Restart

Troubleshooting

Should you experience issues with SPSS, we recommend uninstalling the app from the Cloudpaging Player and re-installing the latest version from the Software Hub.

Are you a Mac user?

If you are running Sonoma or above and are experiencing issues with SPSS, we recommend following the below instructions to fix the issue.

Mac Sonoma Fix