Hey guys
I was wondering if you could help me. I need to set up an IPad Air 2 to connect to a WiFi network which I am not in range off. I have tried to input the SSID and Password into the 'Others' section, but without it being in range to detect the network it fails to save.Is this possible via Apples base software or is there a 3rd party application that fills this requirement.
Many Thanks
JWainscott
iPad Air, iOS 8.4
JWainscott wrote:
That would me I would have to travel out of the country to set it up.
That way you could get out of the heat or cold depending on your situation. & away from the boss.
Just to set a few things, you could look at the iPhone configuration utility. ( I got an update for it today. Thought it was discontinued. ) It works with iPads too.
Good info. I like to read nsdjoey comments.
Apple Configurator - How to enable activation lock
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"This document offers guidance on some important considerations for getting the most out of your iOS deployment." Covers: Prepare your infrastructure. Set up devices. Configure and manage devices. Deploy apps and content. Plan for support.
https://www.apple.com/ipad/business/docs/iOS_Enterprise_Deployment_Overview_EN_F eb14.pdf
Quick overview of zero-touch MDM enrollment, DEP
http://www.apple.com/education/it/dep/
Consider DEP, Device Enrollment Program. Use VPP, Volume Purchase Program. Select an MDM, Mobile Device Management. Read the Google doc below and nsdjoey write up.
IT Resources -- ios & OS X -- This is a fantastic web page. I like the education site over the business site.
View documentation, video tutorials, and web pages to help IT professionals develop and deploy education solutions.
Education
http://www.apple.com/education/it/
business site is:
https://developer.apple.com/enterprise/
http://images.apple.com/lae/business/docs/iOS_Enterprise_Deployment_Overview_EN_ Sep14.pdf
MDM -- Mobile Device Management
For a comparison see this page:
http://www.enterpriseios.com/wiki/Comparison_MDM_Providers
VPP -- Volume Purchase Program
http://www.apple.com/education/it/vpp/
Joe Rowe's Excellent guides
IT managers who are new to configurator and managing a cart of ios devices:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SMBgyzONxcx6_FswgkW9XYLpA4oCt_2y1uw9ceMZ9F4/ edit?pli=1
[ original announcement -- https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4256735?tstart=0 ]
Quick help presentation for students:
How to setup ipads with Meraki
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MDM -- Mobile Device Management
MDMs
Airwatch, Meraki, MobileIron, Profile Manager on OS X Server, or Zenprise
For a comparison see this page:
http://www.enterpriseios.com/wiki/Comparison_MDM_Providers
Airwatch
Meraki -- A free MDM [ expect lots of email and phone calls about upgrades ]
Read the product overview. Click on "get started now" to sign up.
https://meraki.cisco.com/products/systems-manager/?ref=YZRzCR
Video's on how to setup and use Meraki.
https://meraki.cisco.com/blog/2012/08/how-to-get-the-most-from-meraki-systems-ma nager/
MobileIron
Apple Configurator and Apple Profile Manager
"Apple Configurator makes it easy for anyone to mass configure and deploy iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch in a school, business, or institution." Limited to Macs. Connects via USB cable.
http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/apple-configurator/id434433123?mt=12
"Profile Manager lets you configure OS X and iOS devices so they’re set up to use your company or school resources and have the settings, apps, and books your organization requires. Profile Manager creates settings and preference bundles for devices and deploys them to devices via the Mobile Device Management (MDM) service." Requires OS X server.
http://www.apple.com/uk/support/osxserver/profilemanager/
Zenprise
Is there no way to set up a connection before I am in range of the WiFi unit?
It's for a client, they want it set up in such away that they just have to turn it on and go. No setup need.
You would need to use an mdm such as meraki. This would leave a profile on the device. This may not be what you want. It would be a lot of overhead to set up the first one.
You may be able to set up your router to match theirs. Set up. Cross finger. Send to client.
Write some paper documentation. Tape to device.
R
That is a great idea, I have been researching MDM's today but I was unsure how much control I would have over the profiles. I would need to get an MDM which would incorporate a Mobile App Manager as well to cover the overhead. Do you know if Apple Profile Manager would be able to save a profile with a WiFi network which is not connected?
Thanks for your help guys.
The iPad needs to connect to the WiFi unit to save the settings.
Either with an ethernet cable or Wifi.
Why would you want to do it when you are not there?
Take the WiFi with you, set it up and return it.
That would me I would have to travel out of the country to set it up.
Setting up a WiFi Connection while out of range
