#Sas university edition faq install#
If you'd rather not install the software on your personal computer, you have the option of using SAS on the Department's terminal server. The updates are usually available sometime in November and will be distributed via email. SAS requires an annual license renewal.If you have any other specific questions about the install, I'd be happy to answer them. When you get to the part where it asks for the installation data, there will be a file on the DVD named SAS94_Win_Wrkstn.txt that contains that information. The instructions for installing SAS for Windows are here: (start with #3 on page 3).
Cougar Byte sells Parallels software, which allows you to run Windows in a virtual environment for around $99. If you wish to use SAS you will need to run Windows on your Mac.
#Sas university edition faq for mac#
Please let me know which version you'll need when you request your copy. Most new computers have a 64-bit version of Windows, and this is the same version used in the labs in Heyne. Install the latest release of Oracle VirtualBox using the link provided by your site administrator, or see. Step 1: Install Oracle VirtualBox and download the SAS University Edition vApp. The 64-bit edition will only run on 64-bit editions of Windows. SAS ® University Edition: QuickStart Guide for Oracle VirtualBox These instructions are for using Oracle VirtualBox in Windows, Macintosh, and Linux operating environments. The 32-bit version will run on 32-bit editions of Windows, but may not work correctly on 64-bit Windows. I distribute both the 32-bit and 64-bit version of SAS.If you need to upgrade, Cougar Byte sells the Windows 7 Ultimate or Windows 8 Professional upgrades for about $20. You must have Windows Vista Business/Enterprise/Ultimate or Windows 7 Professional/Enterprise/Ultimate or Windows 8 Professional/Enterprise to install SAS. Be sure to read the system requirements for SAS here: Note especially that SAS will not work on any "Home" or "Basic" versions of Windows.Before I can distribute your copy of SAS, I need to have a signed copy of the University's SAS Student Contract: Please fill out, sign (advisor's signature is not necessary), and leave this form in my mailbox in room 126 Heyne.It's not that difficult to install, but if you do want someone to do it for you then check with Cougar Byte, or I can put you in touch with somebody. I only work on computers that belong to the University. I will not install SAS on your personal computers.