Install the PhysX for Maya plug-in

1. Run the Maya installation wizard.
2. Open the Maya configuration options by clicking Click to open and configure.
   
3. Under Sub-Components, select PhysX.

   The PhysX for Maya plug-in will be installed during the Maya 2012 installation.

Load the PhysX for Maya plug-in

Before using the PhysX for Maya plug-in for the first time, you need to load the plug-in using the Plug-in Manager.

To load PhysX for Maya plug-in

1. Start Maya.
2. Select Window > Settings/Preferences > Plug-in Manager.

   The Plug-in Manager opens.

3. Locate physx.mll and turn on Loaded.

   To load PhysX automatically every time you start Maya, turn on Auto load.

4. Click Close.

In Maya, a PhysX menu is added to the Maya main menu bar and a PhysX item is added to the shelf. Use these shelf items to access the plug-in.