SMUS Windows 10 FAQ

How do I log out?

Option 1: Click Start, then click Sign Out
Option 2: Right click Start, then click Shut down or sign out -> Sign out

What should I do at the end of the day?

Sign out of your computer but leave it on. Your computer will automatically install updates overnight and you'll be ready to go in the morning. Follow the sign out instructions above.

Where is the power button on the new computers?

Some PCs are mounted on the back of your monitor. The power button is located on the top (circled red in the photograph).

How do I set Firefox/Chrome as my default browser?

Step 1: Click Start, then the gear that corresponds to Settings
Step 2: Click the System button
Step 3: Click the Default apps button
Step 4: Click the Web browser setting and choose your preferred browser

How do I open PDFs in Adobe Acrobat?

Step 1: Click Start, then the gear that corresponds to Settings
Step 2: Click the System button
Step 3: Click the Default apps button
Step 4: Click the "Choose default apps by file type" link
Step 5: Scroll down to .pdf and choose app "Adobe Acrobat DC"

Why am I asked to set up OneDrive?

You can use OneDrive to sync your Office 365 OneDrive files to your computer. This works best if you use the same computer on a regular basis, as it must be set up per-computer.

To set up OneDrive to Sync on this computer, follow these steps:

Step 1: Enter your SMUS email address and click Sign in
Step 2: Click the Work or school button
Step 3: Sign in with your SMUS login
Step 4: Click Next once the setup completes
Step 5: Check the folders you would like to sync to this computer

Where is File Explorer/My Computer?

File explorer should be pinned to your taskbar by default. If it is not, follow these steps to get it there:

Step 1: Right click Start, then choose File Explorer
Step 2: Right click the File Explorer button now present on your taskbar, then choose Pin to Taskbar