Backing up computer data to OneDrive

OneDrive allows users to back up their data and easily store files in the cloud. 

Windows 11

1. Open the Start menu, search for OneDrive, and open OneDrive.

2. Select the OneDrive icon on the bottom right of your screen, then select Settings.

3. Select Add an account, if no accounts are listed.

a. If you are already logged in, visit the Sync and backup tab in settings menu, then select Manage backup.

4. Login to your work account. Once completed, select Start backup, when prompted.

Note: the initial backup may take a while, please be patient while your machine backs up.

Windows 10

1. Open the Start menu, search for OneDrive, and open OneDrive.

2. Select the OneDrive icon on the bottom right of your screen, then select Settings.

3. Select Accounts, then add an account, if no accounts are listed.

a. If you are already logged in, visit the Sync and backup tab in settings menu, then select Manage backup.

4. Login to your work account. Once completed, select Start backup, when prompted.

Note: the initial backup may take a while, please be patient while your machine backs up.

Viewing backed-up files on OneDrive online

To view backed up files on OneDrive, perform the following steps:

1. Visit portal.office.com and sign in with your work account

2. Click on the waffle icon on the top left, then select OneDrive

3. Once in OneDrive, select My Files to view all backed up files