2FA in the Classroom

Centrally supported UConn classrooms (list of such classrooms) have a built-in Windows 11 computer available to users with a NetID. These computers will ask you to authenticate with Duo when you first sign in (starting November 10, 2022).

Authenticating during the sign in process covers you for the rest of your session on this computer: when using your NetID to sign into websites and programs, you will not receive another Duo prompt. This includes HuskyCT (Blackboard) and Microsoft 365 websites and applications.

Security Keys are incompatible with classroom computers; they will not allow you through the sign-in process. You will need another authentication method to use classroom computers.

Video Walkthrough - 1 minute 30 seconds

UConn Classroom login credentials have changed to UConn email (firstname.lastname@uconn.edu) and NetID password.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Choose Computer on the classroom touch panel. You should now see the Windows log-in screen on the monitor and or projector.

  • Enter your UConn email (firstname.lastname@uconn.edu) and NetID password as you have in the past.

  • You will now see a Duo window appear.

     

  • Accept the prompt on your phone.

    1. If you are familiar with Duo, the prompt will be identical to the prompts you are used to receiving.

    2. The prompt will come as a push notification, a text message, or a phone call.

      • Tap “Approve” on the push notification or

      • Enter the numeric code you receive in a text message or

      • Press # when you receive the automated phone call

  • The computer will finish logging in and bring you to the desktop.
    You are now ready to go!

Receiving the prompt on a Smartphone

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Android

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