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How to Install Microsoft 365 and Open Files on a New Windows Computer
Question details
The user needs to set up Microsoft 365 on a newly acquired Windows computer to access and open their existing files without purchasing a new license.
- Product
- Microsoft 365
- Device & OS
- Windows
- Scenario
- Setting up a second or new Windows computer and needing to install office applications to manage documents.
- Observed behavior
- The user needs to download and install the Microsoft 365 desktop applications using their existing active subscription.
Ensure you know the email address and password for the Microsoft account associated with your active Microsoft 365 subscription, and verify your new computer has a stable internet connection for the download.
Install Microsoft 365 Desktop Apps from Office.com
Use your existing Microsoft 365 subscription to download and install the desktop applications on your new Windows computer.
Microsoft 365 allows you to install Office applications on multiple devices using a single subscription. You do not need to purchase a new license for your second Windows computer.
Open a web browser on your new computer, go to Office.com, and log in with the Microsoft account linked to your active subscription.
On the Microsoft 365 home page dashboard, locate and click the 'Install Office' or 'Install apps' button in the top right corner to download the setup file.
Locate the downloaded setup file (usually in your Downloads folder), open it, and follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation of the desktop applications.
Once the installation is complete, launch any Office application such as Word or Excel. Sign in when prompted to activate the software, and you can now open and edit your existing files.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I install Microsoft 365 on multiple computers with one subscription?
Yes. A single Microsoft 365 Personal or Family subscription allows you to install the desktop applications on multiple PCs, Macs, tablets, and phones simultaneously without needing to purchase additional licenses.
How do I deactivate Microsoft 365 on an old computer I no longer use?
You can manage your device installations by signing into your Microsoft account at Office.com, navigating to the 'My Account' dashboard, selecting 'Apps & devices', and clicking 'Sign out' next to the computer you wish to deactivate.
Why can't I edit files on my new computer after installing Microsoft 365?
If you cannot edit files and are stuck in 'View Only' mode, ensure you are signed into the Office applications with the exact Microsoft account associated with your active subscription. You can check this by clicking on 'File' > 'Account' inside any Office app.
