How do I setup Microsoft Authentication?

MFA Microsoft-Authenticator-App Multi-Factor-Authentication Multifactor-Authentication

Registering a device gives your phone access to your organization's services but doesn't allow your organization access to your phone.

Important Notes:

Keep DUO Installed: Do not remove the DUO app until after October 18th, 2024. Do not remove the DUO app if is used for any other accounts.
MFA Locations: Similar to DUO, you will only be prompted for MFA while off campus. It is not required when signing on the wired or wireless networks at TRU.

Preferred Method: Install the Microsoft Authenticator App on Your Phone

On your phone, visit this web page to download the Microsoft Authenticator app, or follow these QR codes:

https://www.microsoft.com/en-ca/security/mobile-authenticator-app

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Install the Microsoft Authenticator app on your mobile device. You can find it in your device's app store.
Note: Keep the DUO app installed as it is still required for VPN access.
Visit https://aka.ms/mfasetup on your computer or mobile device.
Complete the MFA setup prompt that appears.
Click “Add sign-in method” and select “Authenticator app” from the dropdown menu if it is not already listed
Follow the on-screen instructions to link your account with the app.
You're all set! Your new MFA method is now ready to use.

Microsoft provides detailed instructions on how to Add your Work or School Account to the Microsoft Authenticator App.

Change your multifactor verification methods and settings

After you set up your security verification methods for your work or school account, you can update the related details.

Follow these instructions from Microsoft to Change your two-step verification method and settings

Backup Method 1: Setup up a Phone call as your verification method

Registering a device gives your phone access to your organization's services but doesn't allow your organization access to your phone. The preferred method for Microsoft Authentication at TRU using the Microsoft Authenticator App on Your Phone (instructions are above).

Follow these instructions from Microsoft to Set up a phone call as your verification method

Backup Method 2: Set up SMS text as your verification method

Registering a device gives your phone access to your organization's services but doesn't allow your organization access to your phone. The preferred method for Microsoft Authentication at TRU using the Microsoft Authenticator App on Your Phone (instructions are above).

Follow these instructions from Microsoft to Set up a phone call as your verification method

Backup Method 3: Set up a security key as your verification method.

Registering a device gives your phone access to your organization's services but doesn't allow your organization access to your phone. The preferred method for Microsoft Authentication at TRU using the Microsoft Authenticator App on Your Phone (instructions are above).

If you have been provided a security key, also known as a YubiKey, for use with DUO Multifactor Authentication, you will need to register it with Microsoft as well. Follow these instructions from Microsoft to Set up a security key as your verification method.

Need a security key? Complete the form available at Security Key User Documentation. Hardware keys used for convenience (or infrequent use) do not justify the issuance of keys on a permanent basis.

Need Help?

Check our Knowledge Base Article: https://tru.teamdynamix.com/TDClient/84/Portal/KB/ArticleDet?ID=6714 for more information about Microsoft MFA.
Contact the IT Service Desk: We're here to assist you with any concerns. We can be reached by email at ITServiceDesk@tru.ca, toll-free at 1-888-852-8533, or in Kamloops at 250-852-6800 (Local 6800).

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How do I setup Microsoft Authentication?

Registering a device gives your phone access to your organization's services but doesn't allow your organization access to your phone.

Important Notes:

Step-by-Step Instructions:

Registering a device gives your phone access to your organization's services but doesn't allow your organization access to your phone. The preferred method for Microsoft Authentication at TRU using the Microsoft Authenticator App on Your Phone (instructions are above).

Registering a device gives your phone access to your organization's services but doesn't allow your organization access to your phone. The preferred method for Microsoft Authentication at TRU using the Microsoft Authenticator App on Your Phone (instructions are above).

Registering a device gives your phone access to your organization's services but doesn't allow your organization access to your phone. The preferred method for Microsoft Authentication at TRU using the Microsoft Authenticator App on Your Phone (instructions are above).

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