Start Guide
Start Guide
Welcome To Microsoft
New Hire’s Start Guide
The following steps will help you set up your new Microsoft
account and all your Microsoft connected devices. It will
guide you through connecting to VPN, and will help you
connect to Microsoft Teams, Engineering resources and
Live Events! Onsite or offsite this is your connectivity one-
stop-shop!
Let’s Begin!
Step 1. Enable your corporate account
1.1. Resetting temp password
1.2 Setting up two-factor authentication
Your corporate account consists of two parts; your local domain and your username (also called your alias).
Examples:
+ makaylax =
Makayla Example*
Works in Building 37
redmond REDMOND\makaylax
+ javierx =
Javier Example*
Works in Tokyo
fareast FAREAST\
javierx
*no relation
Step 1.1 Resetting your temp password
You should have received your alias, your temporary network password and your domain from your manager or during your orientation
experience. Your first step is to reset this temporary password. If you haven’t received your temporary password, contact your hiring manager.
Please note: This temporary password will not work to access your new MSFT
device. The temporary password must be reset before attempting your first log on Password guidelines:
Visit https://aka.ms/initialpw to reset and create a new, strong password. Your password must be at least 8 characters long and contain:
If there are any issues with the temporary password, please visit https://aka.ms/testpassword to ensure it is a valid temporary password.
If the temporary password is not valid, ask your manager to reset your password for you at https://aka.ms/coreidentity
Step 1.2 Setting up Two-Factor Authentication
With your new password set, its time to set up two-factor authentication. To do this you first have to register your mobile device to the
corp domain. Follow the steps below.
Step 1: Register your mobile device (This can be performed on any internet facing device.)
2. Select the Use manager approval link below the Next button
3. Follow the prompts to enter your mobile device information and create a PIN and then select Submit
Note: Your manager will receive an email to approve your request. This request must be approved by your manager
before proceeding to the next step.
Step 1.2 Setting up Two-Factor Authentication
With your device registration request approved, you can continue setting up two-factor authentication on your mobile device.
Follow the steps below.
Step 2: Configure Two-Factor Authentication on your mobile device (This can be performed on any internet facing device.)
2. Select Add account (or select the three dots icon and then Add account)
Please note:
If your Microsoft Authenticator app shows an old account, you should remove it before adding your new one.
For IOS: Select the three lines icon on the left > Edit Accounts > select the red circle icon on the left to remove the account.
For Android: Select the click three dots on the right > Edit Accounts > Select the red X on the right to remove the account.
Step 2. Setting up your MSFT PC
Step 2.1 Two possible paths for MSFT device set-up
If provided a Microsoft device, you may see one of two set-up screens. We have a separate guide for each experience, so follow the steps
for your device shown below
Set-up screen 1: If your starting screen says, “Let’s start with region,”
your device is part of the AutoPilot program. Your setup guide is
available at http://aka.ms/APSetupPC or by scanning the QR code at
the right.
Note: You will be automatically prompted to join Azure Active Directory during this
process and do not need to complete the steps on the next slide. AutoPilot QR Code
Step 2.1 Two possible paths for MSFT device set-up
Set-up screen 2: If your starting screen says, “Let’s get started,” and displays
your keyboard language setting, the setup guide for your device is available
at SetupNewPC or by scanning the QR code at the right.
Step 1: Change the local administrator password Step 2: Join the Azure Active Directory
1. From the Windows start menu, type and then select Computer 1. From the Windows start menu, type and then select Access work or school
Management 2. Select Connect and choose Join this device to Azure Active Directory
2. Select Local Users and Groups in the left navigation pane and open the 3. Enter your Microsoft corporate email address in the [email protected]
Users folder format and select Next
3. Right-click on Administrator 4. Choose Sign in with a username and password instead and enter your
4. Choose Set Password and then select Proceed Microsoft alias and password when prompted
5. Enter a new, strong password for the local administrator account 5. Select Sign in with your phone for two-factor authentication and
authenticate from your mobile device
6. Select Join and then Done
Step 3. Be productive anywhere
On any MSFT or non-MSFT device!
Step 3.1 Connecting remotely to Microsoft resources
For when you are not at a Microsoft location you can connect to our virtual private network (VPN) to access Microsoft resources.
MSFTVPN is our VPN solution for remote connectivity on MSFT Windows 10 devices.
Connect to MSFTVPN
1. From the Windows start menu, type and then select VPN
Settings
Note: If you do not see an option for MSFTVPN on your new device, do not
to worry. An automatic process will push the latest version to your device for
you. This process may take up to 24 hours. https://aka.ms/remoteaccessfaq
for more details.
For tips and best practices for working remotely, visit: https://aka.ms/FlexibleWorkLearningResources
Step 3.2 Access MSFT resources from any (non-MSFT) device using
Windows Virtual Desktop (WVD)
If you do not yet have a dedicated MSFT device, you can still access MSFT resources via your own personal device via WVD. Follow
these steps below WVD allows you to easily and securely access corporate applications, data, and resources from any device, anywhere.
1. Go to aka.ms/installwvdclient to find and install the Microsoft Remote Desktop client app for your device; when
installed, open this app.*
2. On the let's get started screen, login with your [email protected] account and password, followed by your
Phone Authentication PIN.
3. After a few seconds, you will see CSEO WVD Icons. Select a vDesktop icon to the closest region to you. You may
be asked again to login with account and password, and Phone Authentication PIN.
4. After a one-time setup completes in 30-60 seconds, a virtual desktop appears. Open the Start menu to find apps
like Outlook for corporate email, Edge to access internal websites, Teams for calls and meetings, and other apps
for business.
5. When you first login to Outlook or other Office apps, you may be asked to activate a license. Use your
[email protected] account to complete this step.
For windows users: If the Use This Account Everywhere On Your Device screen appears, uncheck Allow my
organization to manage my device and select This app only.
For additional tips and FAQs for CSEO WVD vDesktop, visit: aka.ms/CSEOwvdFAQ
Step 3.3 Get your key Microsoft productivity apps
When your device is ready, you’re connected to the Microsoft network, and you have two-factor authentication set up, it’s time to get
productive! In addition to the Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) that you can find on your Start menu, here are a few of the
key productivity apps you’ll need:
Microsoft Teams
1. From the Windows start menu, type and then select Microsoft Teams
2. In the bottom left of the side bar, select Get app
3. Get tips and best practices for working remotely in Teams
Outlook https://Outlook.office365.com/owa/microsoft.com
1. From the Windows start menu, type and then select Outlook
2. At the welcome screen, select Yes to add an email account and choose Next
3. Approve the two-factor authentication request on your mobile device
4. Enter your Microsoft corporate email address and network password, then choose Next and then Finish
OneDrive – enable automatic back-up of your files
OneDrive at Microsoft allows you to store all the files on your device’s desktop and in the documents and pictures folders
safely and securely in the cloud. You’ll be able to easily access and share files from any device, anytime, without having to
ever worry about losing your work.
Your IT department highly recommends you sign-up now for automatic back-up of all your files to OneDrive. If you miss
this opportunity, you will need to go through a manual process later to enable OneDrive back-up.
Click on the button below to get started. It’s the simple and easy way
to join your Microsoft colleagues in seamless, productive collaboration.
Sign-up Now
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Setting up your MAC
Getting started on a Mac
Other useful
Connect remotely to Microsoft resources and get core productivity apps
access guides
Working from your mobile device (optional)
Be productive when you don’t have your PC
1. Visit https://aka.ms/cpweb 6. Open Finder and run the Company Portal app. Sign in using
your Microsoft credentials and
2. Select the three lines icon (hamburger) in the upper left and authenticate using two-factor authentication on
choose Devices your mobile device
3. Select the gray bar that says, “Tap here to tell us which
device you’re using or add a new device” to download the
Company Portal app Finder
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Glossary – Using a personal device
You can use a personal device to access corporate resources. Accessing the company network from any device requires that the
device be managed by Microsoft Intune. With Intune, you will have the ability to register your devices from anywhere in the
world. Using only the prescribed prerequisites, you can gain access to the Microsoft corporate network quickly.
When enrolling your device in Intune, you will have access to apps found in the Company Store, or other locations. Your
devices will be configured to access WIFI or a virtual private network (VPN) server based on your profile.