How do I access and use UIC's OneDrive?

Accessing your UIC OneDrive on the Web

You can log in to UIC's OneDrive by going to http://onedrive.uic.edu.

**Remember to use your UIC email address and password to login.

OneDrive is Microsoft's cloud-based storage service that allows you to back up and synchronize your important files across multiple devices. By configuring OneDrive to back up your Desktop, Documents, and Pictures folders, you can ensure that these files are protected and accessible from anywhere. Here's how to set it up:

For Windows:

  1. Open OneDrive Settings:

    • Click the OneDrive cloud icon in your system tray (located in the bottom-right corner of your screen).
    • Select "Help & Settings" (represented by a gear icon).
    • Choose "Settings" from the dropdown menu.

  2. Manage Backup:

    • Navigate to the "Sync and backup" tab.
    • Click on "Manage backup."

  3. Select Folders to Back Up:

    • Choose the folders you want to back up (Desktop, Documents, and Pictures).
    • Click "Start backup" to begin the process.

Once set up, any files added to these folders will automatically sync to OneDrive, ensuring they are backed up and accessible across your devices.

For Mac:

  1. Open OneDrive Preferences:

    • Click the OneDrive cloud icon in your Menu bar (located at the top-right of your screen).
    • Click the three dots to open the menu, and select "Preferences."

  2. Manage Backup:

    • Go to the "Backup" tab.
    • Select "Manage backup."

  3. Select Folders to Back Up:

    • Choose the folders you want to back up (Desktop, Documents, and Pictures).
    • Click "Start backup" to begin the process.

Storage Limits:

Individuals with UIC's Microsoft 365 A5 subscription receive 5 TB of storage. Those with UIC's Microsoft 365 A1 subscription receive 100 GB of storage.  To check your storage status open the OneDrive app settings.

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