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Automatic Enrollment for into Microsoft Intune for Windows Devices

This service is in a pilot. This page is intended for Entra ID/Intune pilot participants only. 

What’s next: A phased rollout is tentatively scheduled for late 2026/early 2027. More details will be announced soon through University IT news.

The university offers an automated Intune enrollment process for eligible Stanford-owned Windows devices. If your device can use this method, you'll receive a notification with your scheduled enrollment date. 

Note: This enrollment method applies only to Stanford-owned devices that have been identified as eligible for automatic enrollment.

Before you begin

Prior to your scheduled enrollment date, ensure you have:

  • Set up your new Microsoft login using the Authenticator app on your mobile phone. Follow the instructions for iOS or Android.
  • Your SUNet ID credentials readily available.
  • Network access via either the

What to expect

On or after your scheduled enrollment date, 

  1. Connect your device to the Stanford network by choosing one of the following options:
  2. Remain connected to the Stanford network or VPN for at least one hour. You must stay connected so your device can receive the necessary enrollment configuration.
  3. Once you have stayed connected for at least one hour, restart your computer to complete the enrollment process.
  4. On your next login, you may be prompted to set up Windows Hello. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete this setup. 

Important: If you were prompted to set up Windows Hello during this step and you are not connected to a campus network, you may encounter a "Your credentials could not be verified" error on your next sign-in. Please review the How to Resolve "Your Credentials Could Not Be Verified" Error guide so you are prepared to resolve this if this error if it occurs.
 

Windows Hello

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