Authenticating using the desktop app (Windows login)
Authenticate using the PingID desktop app to access a Windows machine that requires PingID multi-factor authentication (MFA).
About this task
To authenticate for your Windows machine, set up the PingID desktop app on a different machine from the Windows machine you are accessing. |
Steps
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Sign on to your Windows machine either locally or remotely using an RDP.
Result:
The Authentication window appears, prompting you to enter a passcode.
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Launch the PingID desktop app from a local machine.
Result:
The PingID app generates a passcode.
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On the Windows machine, in the Authentication window, enter the passcode. Click Sign On.
Result:
The green check mark appears, indicating successful authentication. You are signed on to your Windows machine.