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Already configured? You can manage your methods on the Microsoft 2FA MFA Management Page: http://mfa.syr.edu/

Starting Points

  • Visit netid.syr.edu and use the Validate Credentials link. You will first be prompted to login with your NetID and password. On the next page you will find a link to Set Up your Two Factor Authentication. If you have already completed the process you will instead see a link to  manage your MFA/2FA methods
     
    • Visit
    .syr.edu
     and the first time you attempt to access your SUMail account, you will be prompted to set up your 2FA after entering your full email address and password
    Visit the Microsoft 2FA Management Page: http://msmfa.syr.edu
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    Available Authentication Methods

    1. Mobile App (recommended)

    2. Authentication phone: Code sent via text or call

    3. Office or alternate phone: Code sent via call
       

    Tip
    titleCan't use one of these methods?

    Students: Please contact the ITS Help Desk help@syr.edu or 315-443-2677

    Staff/Faculty: Please contact your academic or administrative support personnel 





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    Set up the Microsoft Authenticator

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    App

    1. Download and install the Microsoft Authenticator app for Android, iOS, or Windows Phone on your mobile device. Search for "Microsoft Authenticator" and look for the blue lock.  
       

    2. Visit http://mfa.syr.edu/ on another device, such as a computer or tablet, since you will need to take scan a QR code in a later step. Log in with your SU email and password when prompted.
       
    3. Once logged in, you will be brought to the "Additional security verification".  Under "what's your preferred option", select "Notify me through app", then click the "Set up Authenticator app" button.

    4.  When prompted with "How should we contact you?" choose one of the below options then click "Set up":

      1. Receive notifications for verification (the app will send you a pop-up notification on your smart device)

      2. Use verification code (the app will generate a random passcode for you to enter)

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    5. You will next be shown instructions on how to set up the app, including a QR code to scan. Scan the QR code into Microsoft Authenticator app on your mobile device and click "Next".

      An example of the QR code screen is shown


    6. Microsoft will try and verify your phone. You may be asked to provide an alternate phone number in case you lose access to mobile app (see below) 

      Picture of providing alternate number

    7. You can now select "Done" to finish set up

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    Set up using Authentication Phone
     

    1. Select "Authentication phone" from the drop down list

      Authentication phone

    2. Select your country or region and enter your phone number

    3. Select which method you would like to use your phone

    4. Click "Contact me"

    5. Once receiving the phone call or code by text please enter that code in provided space

      Method for Authentication phone

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    Making Changes to your

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    Multi-Factor Authentication

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    and Adding an Alternate Number

    Two-factor authentication needs to have your most current information in order to be the most effective.

    • If you ever need to change these settings, for example, you have a new phone number or you wish to change your verification method please go to the Microsoft 2FA Management Page: http://msmfa.syr.edu/

    • If you are traveling abroad and have 2 different phones: You can add a foreign phone number on the settings page (http://mfa.syr.edu/) under "alternate number", however you must do this before you begin your travel or start using the alternate number.

      • If you are traveling abroad but use the same phone, changing its number when traveling: The mobile app is highly recommended if you bring the same phone with you when traveling, however, you can choose to use the alternate number method as well.

    • To sign in with the alternate number, enter your email and password. Then when you see the 2FA prompt, click the link that reads "Sign in another way". 



    • If you wait about 60 seconds and do not enter any 2FA information, Microsoft will redirect you to a screen that reads "We didn't hear from you" at the top. If this page appears, you can still sign in using an alternate phone number by clicking the link that reads "get a code a different way".



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