Have you set up your digital essentials for T1 yet? Try this handy checklist
Welcome to Trimester 1/Semester 1! With classes starting soon, it’s important to have your digital workspace ready so everything runs smoothly. Use this checklist to get set up — and know where to get help if you need it.
Organise your laptop or device
You’ll need to bring your own device or laptop for all learning experiences and study on campus.
Make sure your device meets Deakin’s minimum computing requirements so you can connect to Wi‑Fi, access CloudDeakin and use tools like Microsoft 365.
If you’re experiencing financial hardship, support is available. Explore financial support or contact Student Central for advice.
Activate your Deakin IT account
Haven’t activated your account yet? Start here: Activating your Deakin University IT account.
You’ll be issued a Deakin username (e.g. S00001234), set a password, and be prompted to set up Multi‑Factor Authentication (MFA). This account gives you access to wi‑fi, CloudDeakin, StudentConnect and more.
If you already have an account but can’t log in, get help through this troubleshooting guide.
Stay secure online with Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
All student accounts must have MFA enabled. MFA protects your account by requiring you to confirm your identity through an app.
- If you haven’t enabled MFA yet, get started with Deakin MFA set up.
- If you’re using DUO, you can switch to Deakin MFA now by following these steps.
Please note: DUO will be decommissioned in 2026, so it’s worth switching early.
Connect to Deakin wi-fi
When you arrive on campus, connect to eduroam, Deakin’s secure wi‑fi network. Here’s how to connect.
If you’ve connected before but it isn’t working, simply ‘forget’ the network and reconnect.
Remember that you can use eduroam to securely jump online – for free – at hundreds of other educational institutions across the globe.
Install Microsoft Office and free software
All Deakin students can install Microsoft Office 365 for free — including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OneNote and Outlook.
You can also download additional study‑related software from the Deakin Software Library.
Need specialised software? Access it anywhere, on any device, with Apps and Desktops Anywhere (ADA).
We recommend installing the Microsoft Outlook app on your Windows, MacOS, Android or iOS devices and linking your Deakin account, so you can easily access your calendar or email wherever you go.
Add your Deakin email to your preferred mail app
If you prefer another app instead of Outlook, you can still add your student email to your chosen email app (e.g. IOS Mail, Android Mail and Windows Mail). Now you to view important Deakin emails alongside your regular emails.
Prepare to print on campus
To use Deakin’s on‑campus printers, install PaperCut Mobility Client via the Software Library (search printing). You can learn more on the Student printing webpage.
Need help? We’re here for you
From Prepare Week through Week 4 (T1 and T2), you can also visit Student TechAssist Team at any campus library service desk. Student TechAssist can help with:
- CloudDeakin/D2L setup
- multi‑factor authentication
- wi‑fi/eduroam login
- printing
- basic Microsoft support.
You’ll find the team in grey aprons and blue lanyards, Monday–Friday, 10am–3pm. No appointment needed – just walk up!
For anything else:
- Visit the IT Help portal for self‑help or to report a problem
- Book an appointment for personalised support.
Find more setup guides and resources on the Digital Essentials student guide.