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Microchip received ISO/TS-16949:2009 certification for its worldwide

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1. About the Installer and License Manager
1.1 MPLAB XC C Compilers ................................................................................... 5
1.2 XC Installer ........................................................................................................ 5

Chapter 2. Installing Your Compiler

2.1 Install a Compiler on a Local Computer ............................................................ 8
2.2 Install a Network Client ...................................................................................... 9
2.2.1 Network Server/Client Overview .................................................................. 9
2.2.2 Install a Compiler and Connect to the Network Configuration (Client) ...... 10

2.3 Installation Flow ............................................................................................... 11

2.4 Upgrading the Compiler .................................................................................. 20
2.5 Uninstalling the Compiler ................................................................................ 20

Chapter 3. Licensing Your Compiler

3.1 Purchasing a License ...................................................................................... 21
3.2 Acquiring an Evaluation License ..................................................................... 21
3.3 Activating a License ........................................................................................ 22

Index ............................................................................................................................. 23
Worldwide Sales and Service .................................................................................... 24

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Chapter 1. About the Installer and License Manager
This chapter introduces the installers and license managers used in conjunction with
MPLAB XC C Compilers. The next chapter discusses how to install your MPLAB XC
C Compiler.
MPLAB XC C Compilers
XC Installer

1.1

MPLAB XC C COMPILERS
Please see the Microchip website (http://www.microchip.com/mplabxc) for more
information about available MPLAB XC C compilers and related device support. Each
compiler license gives you increased levels of code optimization.

1.2

XC INSTALLER
The GUI installer will install a compiler on your PC or network license server. After the
installation, you can license the compiler for use.

Windows 8 Customers - Troubleshooting

If you have trouble running the installer, you can try running in Windows 7 Compatibility
mode. To set this mode:
1. Right click on the installer executable.
2. In the File Properties window, click on the Compatibility tab.
3. Under Compatibility mode, check the Run the program in compatibility mode
for box and select Windows 7.

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Chapter 2. Installing Your Compiler
When you install an MPLAB XC C compiler, you are installing an unlicensed compiler.
This means that you are running under a FREE license and you have access to the
minimum amount of code optimization and support. For greater optimization and support, jump to the licensing sites that are listed near the end of the installation. Acquire
a regular or evaluation license, and activate the license.
The following topics describe compiler installation procedures:
Install a Compiler on a Local Computer
Install a Network Client
- Network Server/Client Overview
- Install a Compiler and Connect to the Network Configuration (Client)
Installation Flow
Upgrading the Compiler
Uninstalling the Compiler

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2.1

INSTALL A COMPILER ON A LOCAL COMPUTER

The following instructions will guide you through the installation of a compiler for a
single user.
When the compiler is installed, you can proceed to get a license. The license can be
used for compiler installations on up to three (3) workstations.

Welcome and License Agreement

From the Welcome screen, click Next to continue.
Read the license agreement and accept the agreement to proceed. When you accept,
Next becomes available. Click it to continue.

Installation Type
Do not select anything. Click Next to continue.
FIGURE 2-1:

INSTALLATION TYPE SCREEN

Continue Installation
To continue installing an MPLAB XC C Compiler, go to the Installation Directory screen
under Section 2.3 Installation Flow.

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2.2

INSTALL A NETWORK CLIENT

The installation of a network client is covered in this document. For details on installing
a network server, see the MPLAB XC Network License Server document.

2.2.1

Network Server/Client Overview

You may use a computer network to set up a license server and client(s). To do this,
use one computer to host the license server and license files. Then, other network
computers can contain compilers and license managers that are configured to acquire
licenses from the license server.
To install the license server, install the network license and start the server, see the
MPLAB XC Network License Server document.
To install a license client, follow the steps in the next section. This installation process
will ask for details about the network license server. The operating system for the client
does not have be the same one used for the server, but it must be supported.
Once configured, compiler executions on the network license client will connect to the
network license server to check out a license. This license will be available for immediate use. However, when the compiler is exited, there is a 60-minute delay before that
server license can be used by other clients.
FIGURE 2-2:

NETWORK LICENSE CLIENT/SERVER MODEL

License Server (One license installation)

Any Compiler-Supported OS

License Client

License Client

Any Compiler-Supported OS

Any Compiler-Supported OS

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2.2.2

Install a Compiler and Connect to the Network Configuration

(Client)

When the compiler runs on the network license client, the license manager will check
out licenses from the network license server. This section summarizes how the network
client compiler is installed.

Welcome and License Agreement

From the Welcome screen, click Next to continue.
Read the license agreement and accept the agreement to proceed. When you accept,
Next becomes available. Click it to continue.

Installation Type
Choose Configure MPLAB XC C Compiler as a network client.
Enter information about the network license server here. This information should be
provided by your local network administrator.
Server Name refers to the IP address or host name of the network license server
where licenses are hosted.
Port Number is the port that the network server will use to distribute licenses. A default
port of 5053 is already filled in. The network license server will always run on this port,
unless otherwise specified.
Click Next to continue.
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Continue Installation
To continue installing a network client from a network license server, go to the
Installation Directory screen under Section 2.3 Installation Flow.

2.3

INSTALLATION FLOW
The basic flow of compiler installation is described below. Specific installs are
referenced to other sections.

Welcome
Launch the compiler installation executable. An MPLAB Certified splash screen will
appear and then disappear. Then, the Welcome screen will appear. Click Next to
continue.
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License Agreement
Read the license agreement, and accept the agreement, to proceed. When you accept,
Next becomes available. Click it to continue.
If you do not agree, the installation terminates.
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Detailed Install Screens
The next screens will dictate how your compiler is installed.
The most common install is:
Section 2.1 Install a Compiler on a Local Computer
For information about installing on a network, read:
Section 2.2.1 Network Server/Client Overview
Return to the specified section in this flow when you have finished.

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Installation Directory
Enter or browse to a location to install your compiler. It is recommended that you use
the default location displayed in the dialog. Click Next to continue.
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Compiler Settings
You now have the opportunity to select compiler settings. Check any options you need.
In general, if this is the first time you are installing this compiler on your machine, you
should let the installer modify any path or environmental variables to ensure correct
compiler operation.
Click Next to continue.
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Ready to Install and Installing
You are now set up to install the compiler. This is your chance to make changes to the
compiler settings by using the Back button. If you are ready to install, click Next to continue.
The next dialog shows the progress of the install. When it is complete, click Next to
continue.
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Licensing Information
A free edition of the compiler (fully functional with minimum optimizations) has now
been installed. If you want more code optimizations, you need to license your compiler.
You may click one of the links on this screen to:
Purchase a license
Get a 60-day-evaluation license of the PRO edition compiler
Activate a license
For more on licensing, see Chapter 3. Licensing Your Compiler.
Click Next to continue.
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Completing Setup
The compiler has now been installed. Click Finish to complete the install.
If you wish to make changes, you can run the installer again and update your install.
FIGURE 2-11:

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2.4

UPGRADING THE COMPILER

To upgrade your compiler, simply install the new compiler as you installed the previous
one, but skip over the Installation Complete - Licensing Information screen by clicking
Next. Since you already have a license, there is no need to activate or obtain a new
license.

2.5

UNINSTALLING THE COMPILER

To uninstall the compiler, follow the instructions below.

Launch Uninstaller
Go to the compiler installation directory and launch Uninstall MPLAB XC C Compiler.
You are asked if you want to uninstall. Click Yes.

Uninstalling
The uninstaller removes all the compiler-related files from your system.

Uninstall Complete
When the uninstall is done, it displays an Uninstallation Complete message. Click OK
to finish.
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Chapter 3. Licensing Your Compiler
Once you have installed your compiler, you will be presented with the following
licensing options:
Purchasing a License
Acquiring an Evaluation License
Activating a License
If you already have a license file (i.e., you have purchased a license from
microchipDIRECT), there is no need to activate this file, and you are done.
If you do not have a license file, please continue.

3.1

PURCHASING A LICENSE
To license your installed compiler, click on the link Click here if you would like to purchase a license on the installer Licensing Information screen. The link will direct you
to a microchipDIRECT web page where you can select a compiler license to purchase.
If the link in the installation program does not work, copy the following URL into a browser:
http://www.microchipdirect.com/searchparts.aspx?q=mplab%20xc%20compiler&next=0&resperpage=10&filter=Tools%20and%20Software
The types of licenses available are:
Workstation License: This license may be installed on 3 machines for a single user.
Network Server License: The license must be installed on a License Server and can
be shared with any number of users. A Network Server License can only be used by
one user at a time, and that user has exclusive use of the license for 60 minutes.
For details on available types and configurations of MPLAB XC C compilers, see:
http://www.microchip.com/mplabxc/

3.2

ACQUIRING AN EVALUATION LICENSE

To acquire a license for a 60-day evaluation of the maximum optimizations and support,
click on the link If you would like to get a 60-day-evaluation license, please click here
on the installer Licensing Information screen. The link will direct you to a web page
where you can acquire a 60-day PRO license.
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3.3

ACTIVATING A LICENSE
If you already have an Activation Code, click on the link If you have an Activation Code,
please click here to activate a license on the installer Licensing Information screen.
The link will direct you to a web page where you can manually activate your license.
http://www.microchip.com/xcdemo/GetXCLicense.aspx
On the web page:
1. You will need your host ID (on the Setup Installation Complete dialog) and your
XC Activation key. Enter this information where specified.
2. You may select to either download your license or have it emailed. Choose one
of these options and then click Get XC License.
To finish license installation:
1. The license information (that you have downloaded or have received via email)
is in the form of a Zip file. In either case, unzip the contents to a temporary
location.
2. Once unzipped, there are three install script windows: windows.bat, linux.sh, and
mac.sh. Run the script that is appropriate for your operating system in a Command window (for a Windows operating system) or a Terminal window (for a Mac
OS X or Linux) to install the file.
3. Your compiler license should be installed.

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Index
A
Activating a License ................................................. 22

C
Compiler Installation on a Local Computer ................ 8
Compiler Settings..................................................... 15

E
Evaluation License, Acquiring .................................. 21

H
Host Address ........................................................... 10

I
Installing Your Compiler ............................................. 7
IP Address ............................................................... 10

L
Licensing Your Compiler .......................................... 21

M
MCC_INCLUDE ....................................................... 15

N
Network Client Compiler Installation ........................ 10

P
PATH ....................................................................... 15
Port Number............................................................. 10
Purchasing a License............................................... 21

R
Readme Files ........................................................... 19

S
Server Name ............................................................ 10

U
Uninstalling the Compiler ......................................... 20
Upgrading the Compiler ........................................... 20

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