How do I set up self-service password reset?

A self-service password reset method allows users to skip calling IT if they are experiencing access issues due to their password using the "Forgot Password" option.

 

Once your computer account has been set up, follow these steps to set yourself up with a self-service password reset option:

  1. Go to https://mysignins.microsoft.com/security-info 
  2. Sign in with your VIU credentials and authenticate
  3. Click + Add sign-in method
  4. Select Email
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  5. Enter a personal email address and follow the prompts
  6. You will receive an email with a code to confirm your Uploaded Image (Thumbnail)The email will look something like this.
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