M365 Physical Passkey/YubiKey Purchase and Setup

Purchasing a Yubikey for your Microsoft Account

 

  1. YubiKeys can be ordered through your department's office supply process, pending approval from your supervisor.
  2. There are two types of YubiKeys available. Before requesting or purchasing one, please check whether your computer has a USB-A port or a USB-C port and select the matching YubiKey.
  3. Below are links to YubiKeys that can be purchased pending supervisor approval, and using college funds. If you prefer a higher-cost model, it may be purchased at your own expense.

                YubiKey USB A Type

                YubiKey USB C Type

Setting up a Yubikey for your Microsoft Account

 

  1. Plug the Yubikey into an available USB-A/USB-C port on your desktop.
  2. Go to the following link https://mysignins.microsoft.com/security-info. You’ll need to sign-in to your Daytona State College account.

 

You should be here:

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  1. Select “Add sign-in method” and then select “Passkey”

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  1. Click next on this screen:

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  1. Select “Save another way”

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  1. Select “Windows Hello or external security key”

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  1. Select “Security key”

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  1. Enter a PIN for your security key and then follow the prompt to touch the security key. You’ll need to hold your finger over it for a few seconds.

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  1. Name your Yubikey, and then you’re all set!

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