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MATLAB

MATLAB Session Options​

  • MATLAB via Open OnDemand: described below. Launch MATLAB through Hyak's Open OnDemand web portal.
  • MATLAB via Command Line: load the MATLAB module on a compute node and run MATLAB from the terminal.

MATLAB License Authentication​

Beginning August 1, 2026, only MATLAB R2023b and newer versions will be valid on Hyak.

See MATLAB License Authentication for license authentication instructions.

Managing .MathWorks Storage

If MATLAB reports Unable to communicate with required MathWorks services, your home directory may be near or over its quota due to accumulated MATLAB runtime data saved in ~/.MathWorks. See Managing .MathWorks Storage for cleanup instructions.

Launching MATLAB​

Launching a MATLAB session is the same as scheduling any other interactive session. To launch a MATLAB session via Hyak's OOD, select MATLAB from the list of interactive apps. Then, select parameters for the session and select "Launch".

Screenshot of Hyak OOD that shows how to launch a MATLAB Session.

The session will show up as a job in the "My Interactive Sessions" tab. Allocation of resources might take a few minutes, depending on the queue and requested resources.

Screenshot showing active MATLAB sessions.

Once a session is running, you can adjust connection quality, launch a VNC session, or share a view-only link with others.

Screenshot showing connection options.

The MATLAB app will open in a workspace where you can interact with the MATLAB environment.

Screenshot of MATLAB environment.