Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Articles
What do I need to do to set up Multi-Factor Authentication?
Viewed 21939 times since Tue, Sep 17, 2019
What do I need to do to set up Multi-Factor Authentication? Aimed at: Edinburgh Napier’s staff Guidance for configuring Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) can be found on the MFA intranet page. Once you have set up MFA you must remove your ema...
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What is the Microsoft Authenticator App?
Viewed 3942 times since Wed, Oct 30, 2019
What is the Microsoft Authenticator App? Aimed at: Edinburgh Napier’s staff The Microsoft Authenticator app allows enterprises and educational institutions around the world to perform Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). You can even secure pe...
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Does my device support Multi-Factor Authentication?
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Does my device support Multi-Factor Authentication? Aimed at: Edinburgh Napier’s staff Edinburgh Napier University recommends the use of the Microsoft Authenticator app for Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) - it offers the most convenient and...
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How do I change my Multi-Factor Authentication method or device?
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How do I change my Multi-Factor Authentication method or device? Aimed at: Edinburgh Napier’s staff If you have signed up for Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) you can change your MFA method or device by visiting https://aka.ms/mfasetup If yo...
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How do I scan a QR code?
Viewed 3641 times since Wed, Jun 10, 2020
How do I scan a QR code? Aimed at: Edinburgh Napier’s staff QR codes, or Quick Response codes are 2 dimensional bar codes that can be read by smartphones. Newer smartphone models allow you to scan a QR code using the camera on your device, ot...
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I’ve lost my phone, how do I change my MFA settings?
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I've lost my phone, how do I change my MFA settings? Aimed at: Edinburgh Napier’s staff If you are using Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and have lost your phone then you should contact the IS Service Desk to request for your MFA to b...
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What is Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)?
Viewed 2113 times since Tue, Sep 17, 2019
What is Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)? Aimed at: Edinburgh Napier’s staff Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) provides an additional "second factor" layer of security by adding an extra step to the Office 365 login process, requiring you to ...
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Will I be able to access email on my device once MFA is enabled?
Viewed 1945 times since Wed, Feb 5, 2020
Will I be able to access email on my device once MFA is enabled? Aimed at: Edinburgh Napier’s staff For Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to work with email, newer, more secure protocols must be used. Information Services recommend the use o...
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Why is the University implementing Multi-Factor Authentication?
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Why is the University implementing Multi-Factor Authentication? Aimed at: Edinburgh Napier’s staff Edinburgh Napier University is under constant attack from cyber criminals who want to compromise our accounts. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)...
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I don’t have a smartphone, how do I set up Multi-Factor Authentication?
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I don't have a smartphone, how do I set up Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)? Aimed at: Edinburgh Napier’s staff MFA can be bound to a mobile number, even if you don't have a smartphone. Set up MFA here and choose “I want to set up...
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I’m getting unsolicited MFA verification notifications, what do I do?
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I’m getting unsolicited MFA verification notifications, what do I do? Aimed at: Edinburgh Napier’s staff If you are using Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and are getting unexpected MFA notifications then you should contact the IS Servi...
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When am I likely to be challenged with Multi-Factor Authentication?
Viewed 1439 times since Tue, Sep 17, 2019
When am I likely to be challenged with Multi-Factor Authentication? Aimed at: Edinburgh Napier’s staff Once you have signed up for Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) you will be challenged whenever you access Office 365 (including your email a...
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I don’t want to use a personal device for my Second Factor, what can I do?
Viewed 1371 times since Thu, Jan 30, 2020
I don’t want to use a personal device for my Second Factor, what can I do? Aimed at: Edinburgh Napier’s staff If you don't wish to use your personal device for Multi-Factor Authentication you should follow these guidelines: If you ...
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Do I have to sign up for Multi-Factor Authentication?
Viewed 895 times since Thu, Jan 30, 2020
Do I have to sign up for Multi-Factor Authentication? Aimed at: Edinburgh Napier’s staff It is not currently mandatory for Staff or Students to sign up for Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). It is only required for staff members wishing to a...
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