Choose your operating system from the tabs below:
1
Run Installer
Go to the location where you downloaded the installer. Unzip the downloaded file and run the installer:
MPLABX-vX.XX-windows-installer.exe.
Depending on your Windows security settings, you may get a window asking if you are sure you want to run this program. Answer "Yes".
2
Setup
Click Next >.
3
License Agreement
Click the radio button next to "I accept the agreement".
Click Next >.
4
Installation Directory
By default, MPLAB X IDE will be installed at C:\Program Files (x86)\Microchip\MPLABX. If you would prefer a different directory, click on the folder icon to the right of the text box and select the desired installation location.
Click Next >.
5
Select Programs
If you only want to install MPLAB X IDE (Integrated Development Environment) or MPLAB IPE (Integrated Programming Environment), check/uncheck the appropriate boxes. Generally, you should install both programs.
Click Next >.
6
Ready to Install
Click Next >.
7
Installing
Wait until the installer has finished installing all components of the IDE.
8
Permit Device Driver Installation
The USB device drivers are required to communicate with Microchip's hardware development tools.
Check the box next to "Always trust software from Microchip Technology" to prevent this dialog in the future.
9
Complete
Leave the box checked if you want to have your web browser opened to the Microchip MPLAB XC compiler download page to download a compiler for use with MPLAB X IDE.
Uncheck the box if you already have a compiler or want to download one later.
Click Finish.
Installation is complete. There should be icons for MPLAB X IDE, MPLAB IPE, and the MPLAB Driver Switcher on the desktop. There will also be launchers in the Windows/Start menu under All Programs ▶ Microchip ▶ MPLAB X IDE.
