UMN MacOS First Time Logon Instructions

You are receiving this UMN-Managed Macintosh computer. This computer is for University-related work and should not be used as a personal device. 

Follow the instructions below to set up the computer for First Time Logon.

Important Items: 

  • Duo Security Multi-Factor Authentication is required to complete the setup. If you are new to the University of Minnesota, set up Duo if you have not already, before proceeding.
  • Do NOT use Apple's built-in Migration Assistant or Time Machine to transfer your data from a different computer. These tools will corrupt your user profile and result in data loss.

Note: If you experience any issues while completing these steps contact Technology Help for assistance.

Setting Up Your Computer Using MacOS Setup Assistant

Note: An Internet connection is required to set up your new computer.

When you first turn on the computer, Setup Assistant activates and begins the device enrollment process. Automatic device enrollment allows us to manage your device and to push out standard software and security updates.

  1. A 9-digit yellow or 8-digit green UMN asset tag will be taped to the bottom of your computer box. Health Care Component (HCC) units will have the green asset tag.
    University of Minnesota non-capital asset sticker. Asset number is partially blacked out.  Or Health Sciences Technology device number sticker. 1-Help number and help@UMN.edu email info included in addition to the 8-digit number.
     
  2. Take the asset tag from the box, and adhere it to the bottom of your computer without covering any of the etched text.
    Etched text with Apple serial number on bottom of Mac laptop.
     
  3. Open the computer and turn it on. The Setup Assistant will activate and begin the device enrollment process.
  4. Select your Country or Region and click Continue.
  5. Select any Accessibility features that you need enabled, or click Not Now.
  6. Select your WiFi network and enter your WiFi password.
    • You can also connect to wired Ethernet if you have it available.
  7. At the Remote Management window select Continue to enroll the computer into the University's Apple Device Management System. 
    Jamf Remote Management Windows Click Continue Button
     
  8. At the User Responsibilities window, review and click Accept.
    User Responsibilities goes into detail about your responsibility over University data and ensuring it's security. Some of these responsibilities include connecting onto U of M eduroam, protecting screen visibility, obtaining software approval, complying with license and contract agreements, securing unattended devices, Transfering and securing data and steps to retire University devices
     
  9. On the Sign in window, enter your full University of Minnesota email address and click Next.
    Jamf Enroll Sign In Email Account Click Next
     
  10. On the Password window, enter your email password and click Sign in.
  11. At the Verification Required window, select Continue.
  12. Follow the prompts to authenticate with Duo.
    • If you receive a pop-up window asking if you'd like to stay signed in, click No.
  13. At the Is this your device? window, select Yes, this is my device or No, other people use this device.

    The enrollment process will begin and take several minutes to complete.
     
  14. When enrollment completes you will be prompted to Create a Computer Account. The Full name and Account name fields will be filled in. If the account name field is not your Internet ID, change it to your ID.
  15. If you prefer, enable Location Services and click Continue.
  16. Select your Time Zone City and verify the Time Zone is correct. Location Services must be enabled to set the Time Zone Automatically Using Current Location. Click Continue.
  17. At Choose Your Look, select Light, Dark or Auto and then Continue.
  18. Click Continue to complete the Setup Assistant process and launch the Desktop.

Connecting to VPN

You may need to connect to the University of Minnesota's Virtual Private Network (VPN) to access secure websites, applications, file shares and other resources.

See Connecting to the VPN for installation instructions.

Note: If your department is a member of the Health Care Component (HCC), see HST - Virtual Private Network (VPN) to submit a request for access and HST: Connect to the VPN for connectivity assistance.

Important: If you work remotely, regular VPN connection is required for the Management System to keep your computer up to date. If VPN is not required for your job duties, connect to the VPN at least twice a week for a minimum of two hours.

Installing Applications

The enrollment process does not install any of the standard applications used by the University; Microsoft Office 365, Zoom, Cisco Secure Client for VPN, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox.

You will need to use the Self Service tool to install these applications along with the applications needed for your job duties.

Note: Self Service may not be available immediately after the enrollment process completes. If it is not, wait 30 minutes and restart your computer.

  1. To launch Self Service, click on the Spotlight icon at the top right of the screen (Cmd + Space on the keyboard) and type in Self Service.
  2. In the Vertical Menu on the left-hand side, use the Search field to search for the applications you need to install.
  3. When you have located an application, click the Install button to start the installation.
  4. You can also select Catalog from the Vertical Menu to locate applications in the Catalog list, or in the Featured section.
  5. If you need to install a printer, click on Printing in the Catalog list. Locate the printer and click on Install.

Visit Self Service: Manage Software on University Mac Devices for more information.

If you experience any issues with installing applications, contact Technology Help.

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