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Microsoft OneDrive – How to Sign In

OneDrive on Browser “Online” 

Access your OneDrive files through the online Microsoft 365 Portal 

  1. Visit https://onedrive.northwestern.edu and log in using your NetID and Net ID password. 
  2. Confirm your identity using the Duo Mobile app and establish trust in your browser for 30 days. Choose “Yes” when prompted on the “Stay signed into Microsoft” page. 
  3. Upon opening OneDrive, you will be directed to the homepage, where your files and folders will be visible. 

OneDrive Laptop App “Client App” 

Access your OneDrive files through the Laptop App 

Windows 

  1. Note: Windows 10 computers come pre-installed with OneDrive.
    Perform a Windows search by typing “OneDrive” and accessing your OneDrive files via File Explorer. 
  2. Sign-in to OneDrive using your Northwestern credentials 
  3. Choose “OneDrive – Northwestern University” and click the downward-pointing arrow to access a menu for viewing your files. 

Mac OS 

Note: On Mac, it is necessary to download and install OneDrive for Mac. 

  1. Open the App Store on your macOS computer and search for “OneDrive.”
  2. Locate the OneDrive icon, click “Get,” and then select “Install App.”
  3. Sign into your App Store account using your Apple ID to initiate the download.
  4. Navigate to your Applications folder and select the OneDrive icon. When the Setup OneDrive screen appears, input your Northwestern email address and click the “Sign in” button. 

OneDrive for Mobile 

Access your OneDrive files on your phone and tablet through the OneDrive App. Download the app from the App Store and Google Play Store 

  1. Search for “OneDrive” in either the App Store or Google Play Store. Tap on “Get” or “Install” to initiate the app’s download to your device. 
  2. Find the OneDrive app icon on your device’s home screen, and then tap it to open the app. 
  3. Choose “Sign In” and input your Northwestern email address into the email field. 
  4. Access the Online Passport by logging in with your Net ID and password. 
  5. Authenticate your identity using the Duo Mobile app and establish trust in your browser for 30 days. 
  6. Upon opening OneDrive, you will be directed to the Home Page, where your files and folders will be visible.

 

Last Updated: February 5, 2024