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How do I register my McBook Air as a Microsoft device? Microsoft doesn't have that option.

Jim Bernacki 0 Reputation points
2025-08-25T18:58:44.1133333+00:00

I'm trying to get my MacBook Air to accept a download of Microsoft Office 2021 for Home & Business. In order for me to do this, I need to register my new MacBook Air as a "Microsoft device." But somehow, I'm unable to do this. Can anyone help me to get my computer registered? (I don't have a "Company Portal"--which was suggsted by one of the answers.)

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  1. Bob Jones AKA CyberTaz MVP 435K Reputation points
    2025-08-26T02:03:10.9+00:00

    You can't because a Mac is not a Microsoft Device. That space is for registering other Microsoft products such as Surface tablets, X-Box game systems, etc.

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  2. EmilyS726 227.6K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-08-25T19:35:48.6166667+00:00

    Hello,

    To install Office, you shouldn't have to register your device.

    Have you already redeemed your license key by going to https://setup.office.com/ If so, it should then link your license to your Microsoft account.

    Once done, simply use this instruction to install Office app.

    https://support.microsoft.com/office/download-install-or-reinstall-microsoft-365-or-office-2024-on-a-pc-or-mac-4414eaaf-0478-48be-9c42-23adc4716658

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