Look for the "Downloads Archive" section on Microchip’s official site.
512 MB minimum (2 GB recommended for rapid OCG linking phases) Download and Installation Workflow
If you are starting a , it is highly recommended to use the latest MPLAB XC8 compiler.
Since this is legacy software, it is no longer the primary download on Microchip's main site. To find it safely: Microchip Archives: Visit the official Microchip Downloads Archive Legacy Compilers:
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