How to Enable OneDrive Sync on a University-Owned Windows Computer

​NOTES:

  • OneDrive Sync is only available on university-owned Windows computers. It is not available for personal computers.
  • You will need to download Enable OneDrive Sync via Software Center.
  • Once downloaded, you will need to restart your computer.
  1. Click the Start menu, then click OneDrive.

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  2. Click on the Finish installing sync icons notification.

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  3. Click Yes.
    NOTE: This action does not require administrative credentials. 

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    Your OneDrive folder will open.

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  4. Click on the OneDrive icon on your toolbar. If your files are actively syncing, you will see You're all set in the window.

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    Files on your desktop, as well as in your Pictures and Documents folders, will begin syncing. An icon with a green check will overlay the synced files.

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    Congratulations! You have successfully setup OneDrive Sync on your university-owned Windows computer.
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