Summary
SPSS is a software package used for statistical analysis in various fields. This article details how to upgrade or install a new copy of SPSS on your MacOS devices.
Important: If you upgrade to
MacOS Sonoma (version 14), SPSS will not open. SPSS will allow you to license it, but it will not let you actually run the software. Please see
SPSS: Fixing MacOS Sonoma "Server Login" Error to apply a fix for this issue
after you complete the licensing step.
How-To
Task: To upgrade or install SPSS for MacOS
If you need to upgrade SPSS or install a new copy, follow these instructions to install, and then proceed with the licensing steps.
Instructions
Step 1 - Connect to the repository for the installation files here: USNH SPSS This folder is accessible to all USNH account holders, but you may have to login with your USNH username and password to gain access.
Step 2 - Open the folder labeled SPSS 29 - MAC.
Step 3 - Download the file named 29.0-IM-S29STATC-Mac-MD001.zip by scrolling over the file, selecting the circle next to the file name, and clicking the Download button that appears as a down arrow with the word "Download" above the file. Be sure to Download the .zip archive to your computer. Do not Open it from the location.
Step 4 - Open Finder and go to your Downloads folder. If you don't see a link to the Downloads folder on the left hand side, you can click Go at the very top of your screen, then click Downloads.
Step 5 - Double click on the 29-IM-S29STATC-Mac-Md001.zip file. This will expand the file.
Step 6 - Double click the expanded .pkg file.
Step 7 - To begin the installation, click Continue.
Step 8 - Click Continue.
Step 9 - Click Continue.
Step 10 -Click Agree.
Step 11 -Click Install.
Step 12 -The Installer needs verification. Type in your macOS username and password to install the software.
Step 13 -Click Close.
When you first launch SPSS, you will be asked to Activate IBM SPSS Statistics. Click "Launch License Wizard", then continue to the next step: SPSS Licensing to review the choices available to you to activate your copy.
Step 14 - Next Step: SPSS Licensing
Important: If you upgrade to
MacOS Sonoma (version 14), SPSS will not open. SPSS will allow you to license it, but it will not let you actually run the software. Please see
SPSS: Fixing MacOS Sonoma "Server Login" Error to apply a fix for this issue
after you complete the licensing step.
Outcome
You have successfully upgraded or installed SPSS on your MacOS device.
Further Readings
SPSS: Licensing
SPSS: Installing on Windows
SPSS: Fixing MacOS Sonoma "Server Login" Error
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