Welcome to Windows 11. The look and feel are a little different but functions the same. Here are some steps to take to complete your computer setup. If you need assistance with these steps, you can schedule an appointment with us by emailing soehelp@syr.edu
New Look and Feel-
The Windows start button and taskbar is now located in the center
Printer Setup- This is timing so at the initial setup you may not see printers right away
Verify Printers are installed
Select Start > Settings > Bluetooth & devices > Printers & scanners
Select a printer. Then select Set as default.
Zoom App Configuration (you can still use the web version if you prefer)
Locate Zoom – Windows>All Apps
Login with SSO
Locate your Profile > Click check for Updates
Adobe Installation-
Open Adobe Creative Cloud
Login to Adobe with SU Email – MS 2 Factor will be required
Locate Adobe Acrobat > Install
Make Adobe Acrobat Default Viewer
Dell Command Update -This will install the latest firmware and drivers
First Connect to your Office Monitor
Windows>All Apps>Dell Command Update
Check for Updates > Install Updates
Restart your computer
Run Windows update-
Use the Search and type Windows Update /Click Check for Updates
Or Settings >Windows Update / Click Check for Updates
May require a restart
Sign in Options / PIN / Windows Hello (some cameras not supported)
Settings>Accounts>Sign in Options>Choose and Option and follow directions
How to Adjust Sound and Notifications
With Windows 11 the default sound notification are on and if you’d prefer to turn them off here’s how
Settings>System>Sound>Advanced>More Sounds Settings>Sounds Tab>Uncheck Play Windows Startup Sound
Settings>System>Notifications>Click to Uncheck Allow notifications to play sounds or locate app and adjust desired settings.
How to create shortcuts to taskbar
Locate the App and click and drag to Taskbar
Or Locate the App>right click>click Pin to Taskbar
How to get to the G: drive
Open File Explorer (yellow folder icon) >Click the( > )next to This PC> locate G:/SOE
Security -How to lock your computer to keep secure when you walk away (WinKey+L)
Windows 11 Features-
Snap layouts
How to Use Snap Layouts | Microsoft Windows
New Win Snap Layouts-Settings > System > Multitasking. You can toggle Snap windows on and off,
Select Windows logo key + Z to launch the Snap layout box.
Hover over the minimize or maximize button in the upper-right corner of your window to launch the Snap layout box.
Drag a window to the top center of your screen to launch the Snap layout box
Multiple desktops