Before you begin, ensure you have:

• A Security Key (Yubikey) that you purchased, we recommend that you purchase this from the University of Illinois WebStore.
• Access to a web browser.
• Your login credentials.

Navigate to aka.ms/mfasetup

Enter your username and password.

You will be redirected to the Duo Universal Prompt.

Once you have authenticated, you will see your Security Info Screen:

Click on  "+ Add sign-in method" here you select "Security key". 

The next pop-up asked for you to choose between a USB Device and an NFC Device, we recommend that you select a USB Device. 

The next pop-up gives you instructions on next steps for enrolling your Yubikey. Click "Next". 

Once you plug in your Yubikey and select next, you will see this pop-up screen. 

The next pop up explains that this set up will be for your microsoft.com logins specifically for your netid@illinois.edu account. Click "OK" and "Next".

This pop-up screen gives more information about how the security key will work with your login credentials. Click "OK" and "Next".

You will be asked to set up a PIN, there is a four digit minimum. 

Once you set up your pin, You will need to touch your security key, put your finger over the Gold Circle with the "y" in the center. 

Once your touch response is recorded, you will be able to name your Security Key. 

Your final Pop-up screen confirms your Security Key has been registered with your Microsoft Account.