OVERVIEW
This article describes how to sign into SFU Mail on Outlook Desktop (Windows and Mac).
Note: Outlook Desktop is part of Microsoft 365, which is only available to current SFU staff, faculty and students. Alternatively, Outlook on Web Browser is available to all SFU Mail users.
Download and Install
Based on your device, select one of the following to download Outlook Desktop:
Using an SFU-managed device? Try installing through Software Center on your device. You may need to contact your local IT representative for installation assistance.
Sign In
To sign into SFU Mail on Outlook Desktop:
- Launch Outlook and enter your SFU Email, YourComputingID@sfu.ca. Then, select Connect.
Note: If you're not prompted to connect, see Add Another Account to Outlook below.
- If you are prompted to select an account type, select Microsoft 365. Otherwise, skip this step.
- Enter your SFU Computing ID and password, then select Sign In. If you are enrolled in MFA, you'll be asked to enter your MFA code.
- Select Done.
- Congratulations! You've signed into SFU Mail on Outlook Desktop.
Set up as Another Account
To set up as another account on Outlook Desktop:
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- Launch Outlook and go to the File tab on the top-left corner.
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- Launch Outlook and go to the Tool tab on the top-left corner. Then, select Accounts...
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- Select Add Account.
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- Select the + (plus symbol) on the bottom-left corner. Then, select Add Email Account.
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- Follow the steps as shown on your desktop. If you would like a guide, start at Step 1 from the Sign In guide above.
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Other Sign in Methods
Below are various how-to guides on signing into SFU Mail through desktop applications:
SFU recommends using Outlook to ensure a seamless experience with the rest of the SFU Microsoft 365 environment. Other applications are available to your preferences, however, support may be limited.