ArcGIS

ArcGIS is an integrated collection of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software products, including ArcMap, ArcCatalog and ArcScene.

ArcGIS Desktop allows you to create maps, perform spatial analysis, and manage data. You can import multiple data formats and use powerful analytical tools and workflows to identify spatial patterns, trends, and non-obvious relationships.

Operating System: Windows 10, Windows 11

Applies To: UB students, faculty and staff  

Last Updated: January 23, 2024

Ways to use

Download from CASet

Step 1: Review the System Requirements

Review system requirements to ensure your computer can run ArcGIS

Step 2: Download ArcGIS Desktop

(Last updated 1/23/2024)

  1. Download the zip file (last updated 1/23/2024). This zip file contains both the ArcGIS Desktop installer and license file. The current license file is valid until January 31, 2025.
  2. Extract the zip file to a folder on your computer (such as the Downloads folder).

Step 3: Install ArcGIS Desktop

  1. Remove any previous version of ArcGIS Desktop or ArcGIS Server using the Control Panel.
    •  The software cannot be installed on a computer that has a previous version of ArcGIS Desktop or ArcGIS Server installed. 
    • It's OK if the computer has ArcGIS Explorer installed.
  2. If necessary, install the Microsoft .NET Framework (4.5.2 or later) and/or the Microsoft Visual C++ 2015–2019 Redistributable (x86).
  3. In the extracted zip folder, double-click ArcGIS_Desktop_XXXXXXXXX.exe.
  4. Follow the prompts to extract the installation files and install the software. The Complete installation is recommended.
  5. After the install finishes, the ArcGIS Administrator Wizard will open.

Step 4: License ArcGIS Desktop

  1. In the ArcGIS Administrator Wizard, select Advanced (ArcInfo) Single Use as the product to authorize.
  2. Click Authorize Now.
  3. Select I have received an authorization file… and click Browse. Navigate to the folder you extracted the zip file to in Step 2: Download ArcGIS Desktop, above.
  4. Select the EducationSiteArcGISDesktop_SingleUse_Student_XXXXXX.prvc file.
  5. Select Authorize with Esri now using the Internet.
  6. Enter your first and last name, a phone number, and your UB email address.
  7. Enter your information in the 3 drop-down menus.
  8. Click Next on the remainder of the prompts. The Authorization Wizard will connect to the Internet and complete the licensing.
  9. ArcGIS Desktop is now licensed and ready for use.

Use in Computing Sites

Use in My Virtual Computing Lab

Use in My Virtual Public Site

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UB-owned devices (faculty and staff):

Still need help?
  1. If off campus, first connect to UB VPN
  2. Contact CASet support