Initial OneDrive Configuration

By default, OneDrive is installed on everyone's desktop computer.  However, there is some initial configuration that is required before you can begin using OneDrive.

If you need assistance completing the configuration, please contact the IT HelpDesk. 

Definitions:

• OneDrive Desktop App - The OneDrive Desktop App is installed on your computer and will sync files saved to your computer to your OneDrive cloud folder.  This allows you to access your files offline.
• OneDrive Web App - The OneDrive Web App is available in a web browser and allows you to save and access your files directly as long as you have internet access.  If you save a file using the OneDrive Web app and you have the OneDrive Desktop App configured, then the files you save directly in the OneDrive cloud will sync to your desktop. Otherwise, without the Desktop App, your files will only be in the cloud. 

Steps to configure the OneDrive Desktop App

* ** Note:  The images may not exactly match your version of the OneDrive Desktop App.  You should be able to continue by selecting the default options. If you have questions, please submit a ticket. ***

Video Overview

Step By Step Instructions

1. Locate the OneDrive program by clicking the windows button in the lower left corner of your desktop.  Scroll down to the list of programs until you locate OneDrive and open it (programs are in alphabetical order). 
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2.  Once you open the program this screen will come up.
   Type in your Southern Crescent email address and click the "Sign In" Button
   
   
    
3. The Okta SSO screen will appear next, type in your credentials again and click Sign in. 
   
4. If the following screen appears, click OK and Done
   
   
    

5. The next screens may differ.  If a screen is displayed that you do not see below, just click Next or Continue to move to the next screen
   
   
   
   
   

6. When asked about the OneDrive Mobile App, click Later
   

7. On the final screen, click on the Open my OneDrive folder button.
   
8. You have successfully configured the OneDrive app for your computer.
9. To confirm your files are syncing correctly, look at the taskbar and confirm there is a blue cloud.  A blue cloud means your files are synced.  If you see a red X or a grayed out cloud, please make sure you are logged in.  If you cannot resolve the issue, please submit a helpdesk ticket 
   
    
   Note:  You may have to click the up ( ^ ) caret button to see the blue cloud icon.