change NetID password

There are a few different ways to change your University NetID password. However, Computing Services strongly urges everyone to change their FDU NetID password using a provided Apple or Windows university computer.

The process for changing your FDU NetID password on a macOS device differs from a Windows device, so please follow the instructions provide for macOS computers below.

If you do not have a university-owned Apple or Windows laptop/desktop and cannot use a University lab computer, please follow the procedures described in “Using identity.fdu.edu Web Portal to Change your FDU NetID Password” below.

Please click on one of the links below for instructions on how to change your FDU NetID password:

1. On FDU issued laptops, desktops, and lab machines, the FDU NetID password can be changed by pressing the “Ctrl+Alt+Del” button combination on the keyboard from any screen and selecting “Change a Password”

2. Now enter the following:
   
   • Your old or current password
   • Type in a new password
   • Retype the new password to confirm
   • Press the “Right Arrow” button to continue

3. Once this has been done, you must lock and unlock the machine once to complete updating your password:
   
   • Press the “Ctrl+Alt+Del” keys combination again
   • Click “Lock”
   • Then log back in with your new password

Your FDU NetID password was changed successfully!

1. Locate and then select the SSO extension “key” icon on the macOS menu bar

2. Select “Change Password…“

3. Enter your current FDU NetID password into the “Old Password” field

4. Choose and then enter a new FDU NetID password into the “New Password” field

5. Enter your new FDU NetID password again into the “Verify Password” field

6. Select “Change Password“

7. When your password change is successful, you will be prompted, “Password change successful.” Click “OK” to confirm

1. Launch the Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client VPN or “FDU VPN” software and connect to FDU’s VPN Service. If you need to install the “FDU VPN” or need instructions on how to launch the VPN Client, please follow the link below before proceeding:

2. Locate and then select the SSO extension “Key” icon on the macOS menu bar

3. Select “Change Password…“

4. Enter your current FDU NetID password into the “Old Password” field

5. Choose and then enter a new FDU NetID password into the “New Password” field

6. Enter your new FDU NetID password again into the “Verify Password” field

7. Select “Change Password“

8. When your password change is successful, you will be prompted, “Password change successful.” Click “OK” to confirm

Adjunct professors, students, and anyone with a personal laptop/desktop/tablet device will use the FDU Identity Web Portal to change their NetID password.

1. Open a web browser (e.g., Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, Safari) and navigate to the following URL:

2. Click on “Account Maintenance” on the top right hand of the web page

3. You will be redirected to the FDU Single-Sign-On login page. Enter your FDU NetID email and password in the corresponding text boxes and click “Sign In.” Complete the FDU 2fa Duo push notification to proceed

4. Under Sign-In and Security, select “Change My Password”
   
   • Enter your current password
   • Enter a new password
   • Retype your new password to confirm
   • When finished, select “Change My Password”

5. “Password successfully changed” will be displayed if your FDU NetID password was successfully changed

You also have the option to change the name that gets displayed on your NetID account.

1. Open a web browser (e.g., Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Internet Explorer, Safari) and navigate to the following URL:

2. Click on “Account Maintenance” on the top right hand of the web page

3. You will be redirected to the FDU Single-Sign-On login page. Enter your FDU NetID email and password in the corresponding text boxes and click “Sign In.” Complete the FDU 2fa Duo push notification to proceed

4. Under Sign-In and Security, select “Change Display Name”
   • Enter your New Display Name
   • Click on “Change Display Name“

5. “Display Name successfully changed” will be displayed if your Display Name was successfully changed

Fairleigh Dickinson University offers a variety of technological resources and services for students. This guide will help students navigate the different tools to access and manage their accounts or information.

ID and Email

• Your FDU NetID

  Your FDU NetID verifies who you are and ensures the privacy of your personal information. Your FDU NetID and your NetID password will provide access to a variety of IT resources including your Self-Service, WebCampus, Office365, and Email. To get your NetID, review the guide on how to Claim or Create an FDU NetID Account.

• Changing your FDU NetID Password

  To protect the University and our students from cyber attacks and other malicious activity, we require that everyone in our community to periodically change their password. To change your password, review the guide on How To Change Your FDU NetID Password.

• Cisco DUO Multifactor Authentication

  To successfully use your NetID to access your accounts, you will need Two-Factor Authentication with Cisco DUO MFA

  Two-factor authentication adds a second layer of security to your FDU NetID. It requires two factors to verify identity. These factors include something you know – your FDU NetID and password, and something you have – a phone or passcode, to authenticate and gain access to your account on FDU services. Passwords alone no longer provide adequate protection against cyber hacking. DUO is required for all current FDU students.

  Review the Duo – Student Quick Start Guide to set up your mobile device with Cisco DUO MFA, and look at the Cisco Duo FAQ’s to get more information about Cisco DUO MFA.

• Email and Office 365

  Students can access their emails through any Web browser using their NetID and password to log in. To access our email, visit the Office Portal Login.

  Students can also access their FDU Email accounts on their mobile devices by installing the Outlook app. Read the guide below:

  • Accessing an FDU Email Account on a Mobile Device Using the Outlook App

  Current students who are registered for classes for the current term, or a future term have access to Microsoft Office 365 Suite applications. For more information, click on the links below:

  • Microsoft Office 365 Suite for Students
  • Microsoft Office 365 Apps

Academic Systems

• Webcampus

  Webcampus is a course content management system. FDU’s Webcampus is also known as the Blackboard System. On-line courses are taught through this system which also allows for interaction between the student and faculty member as well as on-line class discussions.

  To learn more about how to access Webcampus, read the guide on How to log in to Webcampus.

   

• Self-Service

  Self-Service is an interactive web application that enables students to view their individual information contained in FDU’s Student Information System. Students can use Self-Service to do things like view their financial aid, pay their bills, and register for classes.

  To learn more about how to use Self-Service, review the Self-Service Tutorial.

Network

• Connect to the FDU Network

  With your FDU NetID, you can connect to the FDU Network. For detailed instructions view the links below:

  • Connecting a mobile device to the “FDU-Secure” Wireless Network
  • FDU-Secure Wi-Fi Connection for Non FDU Owned Equipment
  • Setting up and Accessing the FDU VPN Client

Security

• Information Technology Security Awareness Resources
  • Safeguards Against Cybercrime
  • How can I spot a Phishing Scam?
  • Reporting Phishing or Junk Emails

Software

• Available Software for FDU Students

  Fairleigh Dickinson University has both licensed and open-source software, that is offered for academic and/or personal use for students. The links below point out to commonly used software, both licensed and open source, that are offered for academic and/or personal use to all Fairleigh Dickinson University faculty, staff and students.

  • Software Catalog
  • Microsoft Teams Tutorial
  • How to Successfully Attend Class via Zoom
  • How to Access OneDrive

   

Printing and Labs

• Computer Labs and Printing

  Computing Services has multiple computer labs available on both New Jersey Campuses for classroom instruction and student use. Visit the links below for more information.

  • Computing Services Computer Labs
  • How to Reserve a Computer Lab
  • Printing in The Computer Labs
• Virtual Labs

  FDU also provides remote access to many of the software applications typically found in university computer labs through our platform FDU Anywhere. You can access it using your FDU NetID credentials through this link FDU Anywhere. You can also review the FDU Anywhere Tutorial for more information on how to use our virtual labs.

   

Frequent Asked Questions

• Fairleigh Dickinson University Technical Assistance Center (UTAC)

  For any IT related questions and support, contact our Fairleigh Dickinson University Technical Assistance Center (UTAC) through the Fairleigh Dickinson Technical Assistance Center (UTAC) or the support page.

  • Fairleigh Dickinson Technical Assistance Center (UTAC)
  • Support Page