# Step 1: Download Files

You will need administrative privileges (UAC) on your Windows machine in order to successfully install the prerequisite and Excel Lab. Work with your IT administrator for assistance.

## (1) Prerequisite Runtime

Download and install the MATLAB Runtime. This is a prerequisite for using Excel Lab.

#### :arrow\_down: [MATLAB Runtime 24.2 for Windows (64-bit)](https://ssd.mathworks.com/supportfiles/downloads/R2024b/Release/6/deployment_files/installer/complete/win64/MATLAB_Runtime_R2024b_Update_6_win64.zip)

If you already have this runtime version installed, you will only need to install Excel Lab in the following section below.

## (2) Excel Lab Install Kit

Please read the License Agreement before downloading or using Excel Lab.

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End User License Agreement
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Download and run the install the Excel Lab installation kit. You will need administrator privileges on your machine (consult your IT team). You will also need a valid user account with Windham Labs to use Excel Lab.

#### :arrow\_down: [Excel Lab Installer (1.1.0.11887)](https://files.windhamlabs.com/xlab/WindhamExcelLabInstaller\(11887\).exe)

The CRC64 checksum for the installer file is `A2710F30ECAA12BF`.


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