How do I install, configure, and update the Zoom Desktop Client?

The Zoom Desktop Client is an application that you can download and install on your Windows or Mac computer. After you sign in to the application, you can automatically schedule and launch Zoom meetings, browse the Zoom Contact list, or create an on-demand meeting with another Zoom user.

  1. Download the Zoom Desktop Client from https://zoom.us/support/download.
  2. Double click on the download and follow the prompts to complete the installation.
  3. Launch the Zoom Desktop Client.
  4. On the sign in screen, select Sign in with SSO. 
  5. In the Company Domain box, type bucknell. Press Continue. 
  6. You will now be prompted to login to Bucknell on the web as you normally do, including Duo Authentication.
  7. When your login in complete, you will see your name and availability in the top right corner of the Zoom Desktop Client. 
  8. To sync your Google Calendar with the Zoom Desktop Client, follow these instructions: 
    https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/360000488243-Desktop-Client-Calendar-and-Contacts-Integration. 
  9. When the Calendar and Contact Integration is set up successfully: 
    1. Your Profile on the web will display two blue buttons and 
    2. Your scheduled meetings will display in the Desktop Client 

How do I update Zoom?

To update Zoom, click on your profile picture in the top right corner and select Check for Updates. We recommend you check for updates every week, as Zoom usually releases a new version each week.

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