How do I set up Windows Hello?

Windows Hello is an authentication technology that allows you to sign in to your Windows device using Facial recognition, Fingerprint, or PIN instead of typing a traditional password.

Note: This does not affect those who have been issued a MacBook. Apple has a similar tool known as Touch ID.

To set up Windows Hello

Make sure you are connected to the network on campus or connected through our VPN
Open the Settings app and go to Accounts -> Sign-in Options
Under Ways to sign in, select one of the three Windows Hello methods
Note: You can add additional sign-in methods at any time in the future.
Click Set up and follow the instructions to begin the setup process.
Once the setup process is complete, wait about 30 minutes for Windows Hello to be ready; the following message means Windows Hello is not yet ready to use, please try again later
To finalize the setup, lock your screen (press Windows key + L) and sign back in using your new Windows Hello method

Choosing an Alternate Method at Sign-in

Once you have set up Windows Hello, Windows will attempt to use one of your Windows Hello sign-in methods on the login screen. If you would like to switch and use your password or another existing Windows Hello method:

Click Sign-in options and select one of the icons that appear
Select one of the icons that appear (screenshots below show the password and PIN options)

For more information, please see this article from Microsoft Windows.

Alternately, MacBook users can use Touch ID on those CUNE-issued devices.