The default installation will include: - Windows 10 OS (Windows 11 coming soon!)
- Office 365 with Teams
- Microsoft Defender for Endpoint
- Box Drive client
- Google Chrome
- Single Sign On using your @usf.edu credentials.
- Always the latest updates and patches
- USF IT can assist with additional software or with creating application bundles for your department
To get started: - Ensure you have your MFA (Multi-Factor Authentication) device you use for logging into USF systems with you.
- If you are upgrading from another USF computer, make sure you have backed up your files and settings from the old computer.
- Then, simply log in and follow the on-screen prompts.
Below is an example of what you will see, although it may vary slightly depending on the computer you have purchased. Note |
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If you have questions or run into any issues, USF IT is here to help! We can be reached by calling (813) 974-HELP (4357) or emailing help@usf.edu Please note that if you are setting up a new laptop for more than one person to use, the first person to log in should be the person you want to be the administrator on the machine. |
- Select Language and then Next.
![](https://usfjira.atlassian.net/wiki/download/thumbnails/20468662335/image2021-12-1_11-1-29.png?version=1&modificationDate=1638891380402&cacheVersion=1&api=v2&height=250)
- Select Region (United States) and hit Yes
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- Select Keyboard Layout and hit Yes
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- Second Keyboard, hit Skip
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Select the Wi-Fi or Ethernet Cable to connect to the internet and select Next. Note |
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If possible, do NOT use a docking station when establishing this first network connection. If connected through Ethernet before this step, sometimes this screen will not appear. If this occurs, continue to step 6. |
Warning |
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Failure to connect to the Internet will result in an incomplete install. |
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- Next, you will receive “Welcome to University of South Florida!” Enter your USF Email Address and Select Next
![](https://usfjira.atlassian.net/wiki/download/thumbnails/20468662335/20211105_142849%5B1%5D.jpg?version=1&modificationDate=1638891381047&cacheVersion=1&api=v2&height=250)
- Enter your USF password and select Next
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- An Approve the MFA verification will be that is sent to your chosen device.
![](https://usfjira.atlassian.net/wiki/download/thumbnails/20468662335/w5.png?version=1&modificationDate=1638891381278&cacheVersion=1&api=v2&height=250)
- Once MFA has been successfully completed, you will see the below screen as the computer continues to set everything up.
![](https://usfjira.atlassian.net/wiki/download/thumbnails/20468662335/Untitled.png?version=1&modificationDate=1638891381397&cacheVersion=1&api=v2&height=250)
- During this setup, the computer will perform a restart.
- You will see a Windows screen stating “Just a Moment” with a spinning circle.
![](https://usfjira.atlassian.net/wiki/download/thumbnails/20468662335/image2021-12-1_11-6-2.png?version=1&modificationDate=1638891381516&cacheVersion=1&api=v2&height=250)
- “Setting up your device for work” will appear again for a few moments.
![](https://usfjira.atlassian.net/wiki/download/attachments/20459454918/Untitled.png?version=1&modificationDate=1638374725302&cacheVersion=1&api=v2)
- The Windows 10 lock screen will appear. Press CTRL+ALT+DEL as you would to to sign in
- Sign in using your USF Email Address and Password.
![](https://usfjira.atlassian.net/wiki/download/thumbnails/20468662335/Sign%20in%20image.jpg?version=1&modificationDate=1639087980802&cacheVersion=1&api=v2&height=250)
- Approve the MFA verification that is sent to your chosen device. This will only occur once at this time.
![](https://usfjira.atlassian.net/wiki/download/thumbnails/20468662335/20211105_144229%5B1%5D.jpg?version=1&modificationDate=1638891381756&cacheVersion=1&api=v2&height=250)
- “Setting up your device for work” will appear one final time.
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Once completed, you will be logged into your new computer.
Setting Up Your New Laptop Computer v2.pdf |