Installing Microsoft Office 365 on a Mac

Installing Microsoft 365 on a Mac

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If an older version of Microsoft Office is currently installed on your Mac, you'll need to remove it before you install the new 365 version. It is recommended that you backup your files before you proceed with uninstalling the old version.

Step 1

Using a browser, go to https://portal.office.com.

Step 2

Login using your HCC e-mail address and email password.

Step 3

Select Work or School.

Step 4

Once logged in, click on Install office.

Step 5

Select the first option (Office 365 apps).

Step 6

The install .pkg file will be downloaded, when it is finished open the package to start the installation process.

Step 7

On the introduction page click "Continue".

Step 8

Go through the software license agreement and accept it. Then click "Continue".

Step 9

Leave the settings on the default and click "Install".

Step 10

Enter your local username and password that you setup on the Mac (not your HCC Login ID and password) and click "Install Software".

Step 11

The software should now be installing. Wait until it is finished before moving to the next step.

Step 12

Microsoft Office 365 should now be installed. Click "Close" to close out the message box and begin using Office 365.

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