Multifactor authentication (MFA) is required for faculty and staff to access M365 services. This includes Email, OneDrive, Teams, Office Suite, Forms, Bookings, and other Microsoft applications. Microsoft MFA is also used to authenticate for remote access (FortiClient / VPN).

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Setting Up Multifactor Authentication

Multifactor authentication (MFA) is now required for faculty and staff to access Microsoft 365 services.  This includes Email, OneDrive, Teams, Office Suite, Forms, Bookings, and other Microsoft applications. The following instructions should be used by AACC employees to set up multifactor authentication that have not previously set up or used MFA.

How to Access Your AACC Microsoft Account Security Information

Your AACC Microsoft account includes a Security Information section where you can manage the authentication methods used for Self-Service Password Reset and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA).

Using Multifactor Authentication

Multifactor authentication (MFA) is required for employees and credit students to access AACC online services. After successfully setting up MFA, follow these instructions to use MFA.

Configure Microsoft Authenticator on New Phone

Did you recently receive a new cell phone? This article describes how to setup new phone for the Microsoft Authenticator app.

Using A Google Voice Number For MFA

Instructions for adding a Google Voice phone number as a phone-based multi-factor authentication (MFA) method in your AACC Microsoft account.

MFA Number Matching

Microsoft has enhanced the security of MFA with the Authenticator App by enabling "Number Matching." Using the Microsoft Authenticator App, enter a two digit number to approve your sign in.

MFA in Locations with Poor Cellular Service

Multifactor authentication (MFA) is required for faculty and staff when accessing M365 services, including email.  Some locations or buildings on campus have poor cellular reception.  Follow the instructions below for IIT's best practices regarding using MFA in locations with poor cellular coverage.