Most software that you buy directly from Microsoft, like Office, Windows, and Xbox games, comes as a digital download that you can download, install, or reinstall. After you purchase software, the download will be shown in your Order history. To find a specific download, sign in to the Order history page with the Microsoft account you used to make the purchase. Find the software, and then select Product key/Install.
After signing in with your work or school account you don't see an option to install the desktop applications on the Microsoft 365 home page, go directly to the Microsoft 365 Software page instead. Select the language and bit-version you want (PC users can choose between 32-bit and 64-bit), and then click Install. Microsoft account free download - Microsoft Teams for Windows 10, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Teams, and many more programs.
Note: If you're having problems installing an app from the Microsoft Store, see Fix problems with apps from Microsoft Store.
If you're looking for download and installation instructions for a specific product, see the following sections.
Windows 10
- Go to Order history, find Windows 10, and then select Product key/Install.
- Select Copy to copy the key, and then select Install.
- Select Download tool now, and follow the instructions.
- A wizard will help you through the steps to install. You can install Windows 10 on a PC or a Mac.
Microsoft apps and games, including Xbox
Find apps and games you haven't downloaded or installed in your Order history.
On Windows 10
To find apps and games on your PC:
- On your taskbar, select the Microsoft Store icon, then select More info up by your account picture.
- Select My Library. Any app or game with a Download icon next to it hasn't been downloaded yet. Select the Download icon to download and install the app or game.
On Xbox One
To find games, apps, add-ons, or content packs that you downloaded but haven't installed:
- Press the Xbox button on your controller.
- Select My games & apps > Ready to install.
- Select the game, then select Install.
- For game add-ons that aren't installed, select Games, choose a game, press the Menu button, and then select Manage game.
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Microsoft 365
Microsoft 365 purchased online directly from Microsoft
If you buy Microsoft 365 as a digital download from us, there is no product key. Follow the below instructions to install it.
- Go to Services & subscriptions. Sign in if prompted.
- Find your Microsoft 365 purchase, and select Install.
- The wizard installs Office in the background. You can keep working and even start using Office before installation is complete, but make sure your PC stays on and connected.
You can also install Microsoft 365 by going to the confirmation email for your order and selecting Install Office.
Microsoft 365 purchased as a pre-paid card from a retail store
If you have an unopened pre-paid card for Microsoft 365, follow the instructions on the back of the card to reveal the product key and redeem and install Microsoft 365.
If you have already redeemed Microsoft 365 from your pre-paid card, follow these instructions to install Office.
- Go to Services & subscriptions. Sign in if prompted.
- Find your Microsoft 365, and select Install.
- The wizard installs Office in the background. You can keep working and even start using Office before installation is complete, but make sure your PC stays on and connected.
Office 2016
- Go to Order history. Sign in if prompted.
- Find your Office 2016, select Product key/install, and follow the instructions.
- Select Install Office, and follow the instructions.
- The wizard installs Office in the background. You can keep working and even start using Office before installation is complete, but make sure your PC stays on and connected.
- If the above steps don't work, in the confirmation email for your order, select Install Office.
Visual Studio Professional 2017
- Go to Order history, find Visual Studio Professional 2017, and then select Product key/Install.
- Select Copy to copy the product key, and then select Install.
- Visual Studio will open to install the software. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Visual Studio Subscription
- Go to Order history, find Visual Studio Subscription, and then select Product key/Install.
- Select Copy to copy the product key, and then select Install.
- Visual Studio will open Visual Studio Activation.
- Enter your subscription activation token, and then select Activate.
- If you have any questions or problems, contact Visual Studio subscriptions support.
Troubleshooting
If you don't see Product key/Install for your product in Order history, here are a few things to try:
- If you only see Install, select it to start your download and installation. The app or game might not have a product key.
- If you don't see Install, select the product name. It will take you to the product page. If the button that was previously labeled Buy is now Install, select it to automatically download and install your app or game.
- If you bought boxed software that we shipped to you, Order history can't store the product key until you install the software for the first time. Follow the installation instructions that came with the boxed software.
- Some apps or games won't store their product key in Order history. If your product key is on a card or the back of the box, keep it somewhere safe.
Related info
- To find your Windows product key, see Find your Windows product key.
- If you have a digital gift card that's good for a game or app, see Redeem a gift card or code to your Microsoft account.
- To buy an app or game, visit Microsoft Store online, on Windows 10, and on Xbox One.
- If you bought your Microsoft software from a third-party website, you'll need to get download and product key info from them. For more info about a Microsoft 365 subscription, see Manage your Microsoft 365 subscription purchased through a third party.
Students can get Office free from Microsoft
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Microsoft has begun providing Microsoft Office 365 ProPlus to UC Irvine students Macbook pro tb hard drive. at no cost thanks to a staff campus agreement program (MCCA).
Note: Faculty and staff whose departments are enrolled in MCCA licensing (or individuals who have purchased licenses for Office 365 ProPlus) are also eligible but they should NOT proceed with the steps laid out below; instead, they should visit this page for steps on how to download the software via OWA to their mobile devices and computers.
This agreement** allows Microsoft to provide current students with the latest version of full Microsoft Office on their personally-owned devices while they are enrolled. Included is 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage. Office for computers, smartphones, and tablets are included.
How to Install Office ProPlus
You will create a special Microsoft account to obtain the software. OIT’s involvement in the process is merely to link the special Microsoft account to your UCI email. The software and the download mechanism are provided by Microsoft and may be changed at Microsoft’s discretion.
Note: You must uninstall previous versions of Office before installing.
- Setup to download Office ProPlus… By clicking this link, you assert that you are a currently enrolled UCI student. When your affiliation with the university ends, you may purchase Office to continue using the the software and edit your files. After choosing this link, you should come back to this page to continue with step 2. (Note - step #5 below is where you actually install Microsoft Office. Steps 1-3 can be done from any computer.)
- Step 1 above has set up special mail forwarding to enable distribution of the software. Your Microsoft account will be in the form of '[email protected]'.
- Click here and when asked for an email address, enter it in the format '[email protected]'. This will be your Microsoft account. Microsoft will send you a special link via email. Look in your regular UCI email.
- (This step should be done from the computer you will install Office on.) Follow the instructions in the email to create your new Microsoft account. If you are logged on to any other Microsoft account, log off before visiting the Microsoft site. You will be prompted to create a unique password and enter your birthdate.
- Login to Office 365 “for work, school, or University” with your '[email protected]' Microsoft account.
- Follow Microsoft's instructions to install Office.
** This program is an offering to individuals by Microsoft. While these instructions and FAQs summarize key parts of Microsoft current terms governing the program, they are not a substitute for Microsoft’s own statements regarding the program. Those statements and terms of use govern the agreement. Because Microsoft's rules and instructions are subject to change over time, please consult and follow them in preference to relying only on this summary.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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I forgot my password.
Visit https://portal.office.com and select the link 'Can’t access your account?' to use Microsoft's self-service password reset tool. Remember to enter your username in the correct format: [email protected].
Who is eligible?
How long can I use Microsoft Office 365 ProPlus?
Students can use this plan until they graduate or are no longer enrolled at UC Irvine.
How does Microsoft know I'm still eligible for free Office Pro Plus?
Every year you will be asked to reauthorize your UCI status with your @PersonalMicrosoftSoftware.uci.edu account.
What happens after I graduate?
After graduation you can purchase Office to continue using the software and have access to edit your files.
Are there other ways to get Microsoft Office?
Yes. Microsoft has a few options for home use. And, of course, if you are installing on a university-owned system, you should take advantage of your MCCA licensing.
How many computers and devices can I install Office on?
You may install the Office software on up to five computers, five tablets and five mobile phones.
Why do I have to create a [email protected] Microsoft ID? Why not [email protected]?
The group of people entitled to @uci.edu addresses, and the group of people who are eligible for free Microsoft Office Pro Plus licensing are not the same, so we have developed a separate mechanism for those who want free Office Pro Plus.
What are the minimum system requirements?
To install Office 365 Education for Students, your PC or Mac must meet the minimum system requirements. View the system requirements.
I'm having trouble installing Office, where can I get help?
If you're experiencing issues trying to install Office on your PC or Mac, see Troubleshoot Office installation with Office 365 for business.
I'm receiving an error stating that there is a problem with my account and to contact my administrators.
UCI does not manage the Microsoft accounts that are used to obtain the Office software suite. Apple usb keyboard with numeric keypad. Ultimately, Microsoft is responsible with helping you troubleshoot issues with the account.
With that said, if you receive this error, signing out and back into the Office program that you are and then restarting your computer may fix this specific issue. See this screenshot for where to sign-out and back in.
How does one transfer files between one’s own Microsoft OneDrive accounts? (high school account, UCI account, personal account) ?
At this point, this is a manual process. Microsoft may provide additional tools of features in the future.
I'm having trouble with activation.
- Microsoft's login page has a link to facilitate password resets.
- If you mistype your birthdate when creating your Microsoft account, try the registration process again and follow the registration link in the email received either on another computer or using InPrivate Browsing (in IE) or Incognito Browsing (in Chrome) and you should be able to re-register with the correct birthdate.
Call Microsoft
If you are having problems please call Microsoft at: 1-800-642-7676
Select Home User and follow the prompts for Office Install help
Select Home User and follow the prompts for Office Install help
Alternate Phone Support: 1-800-865-9408
- Office 365
- options, 4,1,5 for Office Pro Plus
Call or visit the closest Microsoft Store:
Microsoft Store at South Coast Plaza
3333 Bristol Street
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714)338-2130
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
(714)338-2130
Can I be certain that I'm on the right Microsoft page to login?
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Microsoft has a variety of login points to Office 365. The PersonalMicrosoftSoftware.uci.edu login pages should be for Work, School, or University. This is contrasted against for Home, which is used when one purchases a retail copy of Office 365.
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- The Work, School, or University login pages have URLs with microsoftonline.com.
- The for Home login pages have URLs with live.com and are *not* for use with the PersonalMicrosoftSoftware.uci.edu IDs.