Register Information for Account Security and Setup the Microsoft Authenticator App

Overview This article explains how to set up your St. Lawrence account for Self Service Password Reset and the Microsoft Authenticator App. Register Information for Account Security In your web browser, go to https://aka.ms/mysecurityinfo Enter your St. Lawrence email address, click Next. When redirected to the St. Lawrence branded sing-in page, enter your password. Verify that your Phone number and Email(personal) are correct. If the information is correct, no action is required for this step. Click "Change" to modify this information. Note that if you do not have a personal phone number or…

Multi-Factor Authentication Information

What is Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)? Multi-Factor Authentication is a method for adding additional security to your St. Lawrence accounts. Multi-Factor Authentication combines something you know, your SLU password, with something you have, for example, a unique code sent to the Microsoft Authenticator app, your cell phone, or your personal email address. This extra verification step helps keep your SLU account secure and prevents a hacker from signing into your account should your password become compromised. MFA will be required to access all SLU websites and services in the coming…

JAMF Pro Self Service Tutorial

Overview JAMF Pro Self Service is available on St. Lawrence University owned Mac devices. JAMF Pro Self Service can be used to install new software which the university owns and is licensed to distribute on campus. A helpful analogy is to think of Self Service as St. Lawrence University's version of the Apple App Store. Tutorial Open the Self Service application, which is located in the Applications Folder Additionally, you can use Spotlight Search, accessible from either the Magnifying Glass Icon in the top right corner of the screen or by pressing Command (⌘) + Space, and typing Self Service…

Sharing video and other large files

Faculty, staff, and students can mitigate bandwidth issues, data caps, and other storage limitations by following these recommendations for files larger than 50 MB. Consider these questions about an application you are thinking of using to handle video: Is there enough storage space? Does it handle video efficiently? Who needs access? What happens if it fails? Sharing Video Highly Recommended Panopto: A video distribution platform with recording/screen casting capabilities. Good Alternative ScreenPal: Record and share videos. Videos can be saved locally or published to ScreenPal where they can…

How to use an OTP Token for Multifactor Authentication

Use an OTP Token for Authentication Poster Follow the poster's instructions for using a token for authentication. For the accessible written format, scroll down to " Instructions." Instructions When signing into a St. Lawrence web page, sign in with your email address and password. If prompted to approve a sign-in request, click I can't use my Microsoft Authenticator app right now. Click Approve a request on my Microsoft Authenticator app. ​​​​​​​ On your OTP token, press the power button. You will see a 6-digit code appear on the screen of the OTP token. Enter the 6-digit code into the box…

Change your Default Programs on Windows 11

Instructions Click the Start button. Click the Settings button. On the left sidebar, click Apps. Click Default apps. If you want to set a specific program as your default for all of its associated file types: Underneath " Set defaults for applications", search for the program you want to set as your default program, then click on it in the list below. In the list of file types, you will see the current default for that type of file or link. Click on each file type that does not match your preferred app. Click the name of your preferred app. If you want to set the default app for one specific…

Call Forwarding (NEC and Polycom Phones)

Overview There are two types of phones provided: NEC Polycom A user should check which type they have before moving to the next step. A user should also pay attention the desired Call-Forwarding method. NEC Phone Call Forwarding Forward Incoming Calls to VOICEMAIL (No Answer) Dial *3, listen for three beeps Dial 5050, listen for three beeps Hang up To cancel forwarding, dial #3, listen for three beeps and then hang up Forward Incoming Calls to ON-CAMPUS Number (No Answer) Cancel voicemail forwarding first (Step 4 above) Dial *3, listen for three beeps Dial the four digit extension desired to…

Information for Faculty and Staff

Before you arrive on campus: Before your account has been created, learn more about your St. Lawrence resources: Below is a list of frequently asked questions that you may have regarding your St. Lawrence network account, and the technology you will have access to as a new faculty member. Please click on each of the links to view more information about each question. When will my St. Lawrence Account be created? What type of computer will I be given? Can I purchase technology with start-up funds? Where can I set my password, or reset it in the future? You can log into Instructure to learn more…

Getting Started with Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Teams is the hub for team collaboration in Microsoft 365 that integrates the people, content, and tools your team needs to be more engaged and effective. Teams can be created for departments or even projects within and between departments. Teams integrates with Microsoft OneDrive, Word, Excel and other applications to make storing, sharing and collaborating on documents simple. Use Teams for: Video and phone communication Storing, sharing and collaborating on documents Instant Messaging View Welcome to Microsoft Teams (2:42) for an overview of Teams features. Create a Team Teams can…

Email Setup Instructions

Information In order to sign into your email, you will need to have Multi-Factor Authentication set up. If you don't remember your password, you can set or reset your password. Incoming students, you will receive your St Lawrence University email address from the Registrar's Office. Microsoft does not support Gmail, so you cannot view your St Lawrence University email from Gmail. Set up your email on your devices Outlook for Mac To install Office 365 apps on your computer, including Outlook, follow these instructions. Open the Outlook app. In the menu bar at the top of the screen, click…
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