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How to Install Microsoft Office on my PC?

Windows:

Video instructions

Written instructions:

  1. Visit it.conestogac.on.ca and click on the blue Office 365 icon.

  2. Sign In with your Conestoga E-mail address.
    Ex: username@conestogac.on.ca

  3. Click on Install Office -> Office 365 Apps.

  4. Click on the downloaded file and click Yes.

  5. Installation can take up to 20 minutes.

  6. Once installed, open any of the Office 365 Apps and log in with your Conestoga credentials.

Mac:

Note: You must have the latest version of Mac OS to run the Office 365 package.

  1. Visit it.conestogac.on.ca and click on the blue Office 365 icon.

  2. Sign In with your Conestoga E-mail address.
    Example: username@conestogac.on.ca

  3. Click on the downloaded file and click on Yes.

  4. On the first installation screen, select Continue to begin the installation process.

  5. Enter your Mac credentials to complete the installation.

  6. After Office 2016 for Mac is installed, Word 2016 for Mac opens so you can activate Office and confirm your subscription. You should only have to do this once.

  7. Review the What's New screen, and select Get started.

  8. On the Sign in to Activate Office screen, select Sign In, and then enter your work or school account. After you sign in, you may see an alert asking for permission to access the Microsoft identity stored in your keychain. Select Allow or Always Allow to continue.

  9. On the next screen, choose an appearance for your Office installation, select Continue, and then select the Start Using Word button to open the app and complete the Office 2016 for Mac activation.