Office 365: OneDrive Sync client

Access and manage your OneDrive files quickly and easily on your computer using the next-generation sync client
Office 365: OneDrive Sync client

What is the OneDrive sync client?

The OneDrive for Business Sync client is a program that creates and updates copies of your OneDrive for Business files on your computer. This allows you to edit the version saved on your computer in an offline environment (e.g. on the train) and have the changes synced to your OneDrive when you next have internet access. As people make changes to the version stored in the cloud or on your computer, the sync client uploads and downloads the changes so that the two copies are kept identical.

Windows 10 build 1803 - staff and student fleet new PCs

These come with the latest version of the Sync Client installed. Read the latest version of the OneDrive sync client guide for Windows 10

For all other staff PCs read the OneDrive sync client guide to find out about the installation and use of the software.

Links to some materials on this page may require a University login

OneDrive for Business sync client features

  • Selective sync - choose which files and folders to download and update
  • A maximum file size of 15GB for individual files
  • Removal of the 20,000 item sync limit. You can now sync unlimited items
  • Sync 'Shared with me' folders
  • Sync Team Site libraries
  • Choose which files you want as 'online only', 'locally available' and 'always available' on your computer (Windows 10 1803 build)
  • Free up space option for files

How do I get the OneDrive sync client?

University fleet computers

OneDrive sync client is automatically available on all University fleet PCs.

Mac users can install the Sync client from the Apple App Store. 

After the client is installed, you will be prompted to log in with your Plymouth University email address and password. Follow the instructions to select a folder to synchronise. (N.B. Mac users must select 'Open at logon' from the Preferences window when you open the client for the first time.)

Install at home
You can also install the OneDrive for Business Sync client on personal computers.

Windows users can install the Sync client following instruction on Microsoft's support page.

Mac users can install the Sync client from the Apple App Store.

Install on mobile devices
Search for 'OneDrive' in the Windows, Apple and Android app stores to find free apps for your mobile and tablet devices. 

Governance
University Information security policies apply to the synchronisation of restricted data to personal computers.


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