By Justin Moravec on October 1, 2021
Beginner

To enroll in Multi-Factor authentication please follow the steps below.


  1. Sign into https://portal.office.com


  1. In the upper right, click on the symbol with either your name or your initials on it, and then select "View Account"


  1. Once there, under security info you will select "Update Info".


  1. You will select "Add Method"

  1. Choose one of the options from the list:
  2. (Best)The most secure method is to choose Hardware Key and follow instructions for setup. (Security Key Setup Instructions included below)
  3. (Better) Authenticator App and use the Duo Mobile App on your phone to scan the generated QR code. 
  4. (Good) Phone number to text/call a code
  5. (OK) Enter an alternate email address to receive a code.
  6. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete enrollment.



Security Key Setup Instructions


  1. In order to use a Security Key, you must first have your phone number set up as a backup method for instances when your Yubikey is not available. Press OK to this prompt and Next to continue to the Authentication Phone setup.



  1. Enter the phone number you'd like to receive a code via text or call. Clicking Next will send a verification code to be entered. Clicking Done will proceed with Security Key Enrollment.


  1. The next screen will ask you what type of Security key. Choose USB Device



  1. The next screen gives an overview of the process and advises you'll need your USB key and an available USB port.



  1. Click Next (this will redirect the browser to another window, click OK on any security prompts)


  1. Enter your Yubikey when prompted. You'll need to create a security PIN for O365 (any memorable 6 digit number), this is only used for recovery purposes or if a key is lost. You'll be prompted to touch the key and verify by touching it a 2nd time. 


  1. Next, you will be asked to name the key which is simply used to help identify it; end-users may set this to their preference. Click Next.


  1. The final screen will let you know the enrollment process completed. Click Done.





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