This page contains information about accessing and licensing some of Esri's other desktop applications available through our education institutional agreement, including:

 

• ArcGIS Desktop (ArcMap) - single use and concurrent use licensing options
• ArcGIS CityEngine - named user and concurrent use licensing options
• ArcGIS Drone2Map - named user licensing only

ArcGIS Desktop (ArcMap) is Esri's legacy desktop GIS application. ArcGIS 10.8.2 is the current release of ArcGIS Desktop (ArcMap), and there are no plans to release future versions. ArcMap will enter Mature Support in March 2024, and we have been informed by Esri that it will no longer be included with our education institutional agreement as of our July 1, 2024 renewal.

 

We strongly recommended that existing ArcMap users migrate to ArcGIS Pro as far in advance of July 1, 2024 as possible, as ArcMap will no longer be available through our license after this date. Review Esri's documentation on Migrating from ArcMap to ArcGIS Pro for additional resources, and see the ArcGIS Pro page on this guide for information about using ArcGIS Pro at Ohio State. If you have questions or concerns regarding migrating from ArcMap to ArcGIS Pro, please email esri-support@osu.edu.

 

Download Installation Files

 

Installation files for ArcGIS Desktop are made available through Ohio State's SharePoint organization, and you will be prompted to log in with your university credentials to download the files linked below. Download and install both files. Install ArcGIS 10.8.2 first, then install background geoprocessing. Review Esri's documentation on ArcGIS Desktop 10.8 system requirements before installing.

 

• Download ArcGIS 10.8.2
• Download ArcGIS 10.8.2 Background Geoprocessing

 

Older Versions: If you have a need for a specific older version of ArcGIS Desktop, please email esri-support@osu.edu.

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Single Use Licensing

 

For individual users, single use licensing is the preferred method for configuring ArcGIS Desktop. The single use license file provided is valid for one calendar year based on our renewal cycle.

 

• Download ArcMap Single Use License File (valid July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024)

 

Run the ArcGIS Desktop installer, and follow the steps below to authorize your installation with the single use license file provided.

 

1. Start ArcGIS Administrator.
2. In the Desktop section, select the option for Advanced (ArcInfo) Single Use.
3. Click Authorize Now to start the Software Authorization Wizard.
4. Choose the option "I have received an authorization file from Esri and am now ready to finish the authorization process." When prompted, select the license file you downloaded from SharePoint.
5. Choose the option "Authorize with Esri now using the internet."
6. Replace the pre-filled personal and employer/role information with your own information as appropriate. Put your campus location information in for address, phone, etc.
7. Click Next to accept the pre-filled product authorization codes generated from the license file.
8. Select all extensions you want to authorize, and click Next.
9. When prompted to evaluate non-licensed extensions, click Next to skip this step.
10. Click Next. The information in the Software Authorization Wizard is sent to Esri. When it is validated, licenses are generated and returned to your machine.
11. When you are finished, test the license by launching ArcMap.

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Concurrent Use Licensing

 

Concurrent use licensing is available in cases where college/department IT staff need to manage multiple installations in computer labs and/or virtual environments. For instructions, see Esri's documentation on Authorizing ArcGIS Desktop Software, and use the following settings:

 

• Select a Product: Advanced (ArcInfo) Concurrent Use
• Define License Manager for Concurrent Use Products: esri.service.ohio-state.edu

ArcGIS CityEngine is an advanced 3D modeling software for creating massive, interactive, and immersive urban environments in less time than with traditional modeling techniques. The cities you create using ArcGIS CityEngine can be based on real-world geographic information system (GIS) data or showcase a fictional city of the past, present, or future.

 

Download Installation Files

 

Installation files for ArcGIS CityEngine are made available through Ohio State's SharePoint organization, and you will be prompted to log in with your university credentials to download the files linked below. Review Esri's documentation on ArcGIS CityEngine system requirements before installing.

 

• Download ArcGIS CityEngine 2023.0

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Named User Licensing

 

Named user licensing is the preferred method of configuring ArcGIS CityEngine for individual users. Ohio State affiliates are automatically assigned an add-on license for ArcGIS CityEngine through their Ohio State ArcGIS Online organizational account. Named user licensing requires users to log in with their Ohio State credentials when starting ArcGIS City Engine, meaning that it also requires an active internet connection.

 

To configure ArcGIS CityEngine for named user licensing:

 

1. Make sure that your computer has an active internet connection.
2. If you have not already done so, create your Ohio State ArcGIS Online organizational account by following these instructions.
3. Run the ArcGIS CityEngine installer. When the Administrator Wizard appears, choose the CityEngine Named User option, and click OK.
4. You will be presented with a sign-in screen. Complete the sign-in process as shown below, and you will prompted to enter your Ohio State credentials.

 

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Concurrent Use Licensing

 

Concurrent use licensing is available in cases where college/department IT staff need to manage multiple installations in computer labs and/or virtual environments. For instructions, see Esri's documentation on Authorizing ArcGIS CityEngine Software, and use the following settings:

 

• License Manager (for Concurrent Use Products): esri.service.ohio-state.edu

ArcGIS Drone2Map is the desktop app for your geographic information system (GIS) drone mapping needs. Use any modern drone to capture high-resolution imagery where and when you need it. Immediately after the flight in the field, process images on your laptop and perform drone analytics on your natural-color, thermal infrared, or multispectral datasets. As part of the ArcGIS system, Drone2Map provides easy access to a range of tools and capabilities for accurate mapping and geospatial analysis.

 

Download Installation Files

 

Installation files for ArcGIS Drone2Map are made available through Ohio State's SharePoint organization, and you will be prompted to log in with your university credentials to download the files linked below. Download and install both files. Install ArcGIS Drone2Map 2023.1 first, then install the patch. Review's Esri documentation on ArcGIS Drone2Map system requirements before installing.

 

• Download ArcGIS Drone2Map 2023.1
• Download ArcGIS Drone2Map 2023.1 Patch 1

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Named User Licensing

 

Named user licensing is required for configuring ArcGIS Drone2Map. Ohio State affiliates are automatically assigned an add-on license for ArcGIS Drone2Map Standard through their Ohio State ArcGIS Online organizational account. Named user licensing requires users to log in with their Ohio State credentials when starting ArcGIS Drone2Map, meaning that it also requires an active internet connection.

 

To configure ArcGIS Drone2Map for named user licensing:

 

1. Make sure that your computer has an active internet connection.
2. If you have not already done so, create your Ohio State ArcGIS Online organizational account by following these instructions.
3. Start ArcGIS Drone2Map. You will presented with a sign-in screen.
4. Complete the sign-in process as shown below, and you will prompted to enter your Ohio State credentials.