How To Install MATLAB 8.1 (R2013a) in Windows 8.1

Installing MATLAB 8.1 (R2013a) in Windows 8.1 is straight forward.

System requirements

1. Atleast 12GB hard disk free space and 2GB RAM

2. Turn off real-time protection in any Antivirus software. 

3. Click 'Setup.exe' option to start installation

4. Click 'Install without Internet connection'

5. Select License.lic file from C:\Program files\Matlab\R13a\license.lic

6. Click Finish

Note. 1. This is a typical installation steps in my case. There may be other more steps required in your system.

      2. Read the installation guide (PDF) file in the DVD before installation.

      3. It may take around 30 minutes for installation. If you have real-time protection anti virus enabled, it              may take around 12 hours for installation.