JAMF API '{key}' values.
Hello, Is anyone aware of the values for 'jamf-pro-user-account-settings'? Found here. https://developer.jamf.com/#/jamf-pro-user-account-settings/get_user_obj_preference__key_ Thank you. View more
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Add Application Title when creating pkg with Composer?
I'm using Composer to repackage a (fairly simple) commercial product, adding some files and customization directly to the pkg's postinstall script rather than using external support files so that the end user need only download and worry about a sing... View more
Restarting login window
Hello Everyone, I am drawing a blank and would like some guidance. We have a special branded login window background and it works great. However, when a computer receives the 10.14.6 update from Apple, this login window file is reset back to Apple's ... View more
Office 2019 1st time launching Apps
I'm working on deploying a cart of MacBooks that will use the Guest user to sign in. I'm trying to avoid the user having to accept the Data Notice and other prompts when opening any of the Office programs. Anyone know what plist(if any) file could be... View more
Setup custom permissions and apply to multiple groups
We have several AD groups for various different support staff groups from different units. We need one set of custom permissions that we can apply to these AD groups. I'm not seeing any way to create that custom set of permissions and save it and the... View more
SAPGUI config file
Hi , Need an help on deploying SAPGUI config file, I have packaged SAPGUILandscape.xml file from the SAP Preference in the user Library, But once it deployed if the user add any new server it's available only for single session, if we quit and open t... View more
Mojave 10.14.5 Screen Saver & Logout Issues
[Hello everyone. I've been having problems trying to get screen saver and logout settings to catch. My goal is to have screen saver and idle logout disabled. The reason for this is our student machines, if left idle while testing software (NWEA MAP b... View more
is JAMF deleted computers on its own???
I have recently seen a handful of macs that haven't checked in/recon in quite awhile missing from my inventory!! is the JAMF system somehow now setup to automatically remove computers that haven't checked in/recon in a long time? View more
Software updates deferral question
How does the "Defer software updates for X days" thing work? Does it count days from the release of an update OR does it count the days from when the computer is made aware of the update? Here's the scenario:- I have the setting set to defer 1 day.- ... View more
Backup or Sync Options for Classroom Of iMacs
Hey Folks, I’ve been asked to provide some options to keep backups (or file syncs) of a classroom of 15 or so iMacs - just user data nothing else. The iMacs are primarily used for music creation in Sibelius or Logic Pro. I have no idea of the availab... View more
Authenticated restart and log in directly
An authenticated restart effectively bypasses the disk encryption login, but it still lands the Mac on the user login screen. Any way to make the last user (who initiated restart from Self Service) log in automatically? View more
naming computers running into root issues and more
Goal: Name computers using logged in user's full name model asset tag. Issue:1. Script below works perfectly when ran outside of Jamf policy (using terminal or CodeRunner). As soon as I run it from Self Service or triggered, the Full Name of the user... View more
Blocking non-secure Wifi networks
I was wondering if anyone out there has has a project with restrictions for devices to connect to Wifi networks? I would love to set a minimum requirement security level so that our users do not just go around connecting to any wifi that is out there... View more
MDM Migration Guide
Hey everyone check out this new guide I created on how to migrate from one MDM to Jamf. Hope it can help someone if they ever need to do this. czechtech View more
10.14.6 Supplemental Update Released + New 10.14.6 Full Installer, Combo & Delta Updates!
On the heels of the 2019-004 Wake from Sleep crashing issue, Apple today released the 10.14.6 Supplemental Update. While I can't say if this is the same sleep/wake issue as 10.13 and 10.12 it sure looks like it. I put together a summary of what you n... View more
LAN/Wan Switching on a Mac
Hi All, I am not too sure if this is possible, but is there a way to switch between LAN and Wireless connection? Meaning, if I plug in a network cable and connect, the Wireless should not connect anymore. I know that turning off wireless will do it, ... View more
Auditing Unapproved Applications
Does anyone know if this can be automated? We would like to compare a list of pre approved applications to what applications are currently installed on our managed machines and which machines have those un approved applications. So far, i've been sea... View more
Reset Preset Menu to "Default Settings" After Printing - Command line or plist setting?
I have been requested to make two sided black and white the default print option for our Xerox Printer. I was able to accomplish this and add some handy presets for the user to select other options like 1 sided and color. What I have found is unless ... View more
Application sent over ARD won't work on remote computer.
I have an App that I'm trying to send over ARD. It works on my local computer, and it's a self-sustained application (Standalone). When I either copy it, or put it in a pkg and send it to install. When it arrives in the user's computer applications f... View more
Apple School Manager Export
I am trying to figure a way to export all the user data from ASM. Our current SFTP file is not the same as one from previous import and I need to cross reference the data. I didn't see a simple solution on ASM to export, anyone have ideas? View more
Jamf Pro 10.14 Upgrade - Did it work for you?
I had a fun experience yesterday going from 10.8 -> 10.14 on redhat linux. Long story short I had to revert to 10.8. I worked with support on it and apparently there are some problems upgrading to 10.14. Has anyone got it working? If so, what OS is y... View more
Script Policy - Error Code = 0 but not working ?
Hey there, Sorry - The title should read "EXIT" code, not Error code. I have a script policy that uninstalls a specific program. The script when ran manually from my Desktop works properly, and uninstalls the program in question. When I run the Polic... View more
how to login as a local user in self service
I have a few policies in Self Service that require people to click the log in button. Currently it goes to our SSO page, but a couple of people need to access it that don't have accounts on our SSO page... How can I get them to login with local jamf ... View more
Jamf Now profile not removable
We are in the process of ramping up a new instance of Jamf Pro. We have some laptops which were previously enrolled in an older version of Jamf Now. The issue is that these laptops have been removed from the older Jamf Now, and the MDM profile still ... View more
Certificate clarification
Hi everyone, In layman's terms, can someone please describe the different certificates used in Jamf? I do know that APNS certs are needed to maintain push notifications, however, I definitely could use a refresher on others, like root ca, PKI, etc th... View more
Jamf School Teacher
I read about support for Jamf Parent in 10.14. What about Jamf School Teacher?https://www.jamf.com/products/jamf-school/apps/Is that supported in 10.14? View more
Log files - Whos admin account 16
Hello JAMF Community, I'm about to remove the errors from the logfiles. Now I came across the following entry: 2019-07-08 13: 02: 24,012 [ERROR] [duledPool-1] [VppCommService] - Client context for admin account 16 does not match Is there a way to fin... View more
Keep track of lost/stolen/broken Macs (without Deleting)
I was wondering if there is an option to keep track of lost, broken, stolen, or otherwise no longer operational Macs. Right now I see 2 options:- unmanage- delete The problem with "unmanage" is it will still show up in searches and lists afaik.The pr... View more
Migrate from One OU to another OU in AD based on machine communication with JSS
Hello All, Need your suggestion to move machine from: Domain/Clients/Mac to Domain/Clients/Mac/Disabled, if the machine is not communicating with JSS for more then 30 days. Migration should happen automatically. Once the machine connects to JSS, mach... View more
Jamf Parent
Hi, Are there thoughts of pushing Jamf Parent to macOS devices as well?I think a lot of parents at my school would like the ability to restrict student BYOD devices for their children. View more
