Enroll and manage macOS devices with Senturo through Jamf Pro.
Introduction:
This article explains how to deploy the Senturo app to macOS devices using Jamf Pro. You will import devices, enroll them in Senturo, and package the Senturo installer for silent deployment through policies.
Prerequisites
Before starting, make sure you have:
Steps to Enroll macOS Devices to Senturo
Access Device Enrollment in Senturo
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- On the Senturo dashboard, navigate to the Device Enrollment.
- On the Senturo dashboard, navigate to the Device Enrollment.
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- Click on Jamf.
- Click on Sync Devices and wait for your devices to be imported from Jamf Pro.
- Once the devices are imported, select the devices you wish to Enroll, then click on Enroll Selected button.
- Navigate to Devices page to verify the Selected Devices have been enrolled.
- Click on Jamf.
Steps to Deploy the Senturo App to macOS Devices
Download the Senturo macOS Installer
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- Click on the Help icon (?) at the top-right hand corner and click on Download Apps
- Click on the Help icon (?) at the top-right hand corner and click on Download Apps
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Under Desktop Apps, click Desktop app for macOS (silent for MDM deployment without permissions assistant) to download the installer.
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Upload the Installer to Jamf Pro
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In Jamf Pro, navigate to Settings > Packages.
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Click New to create a new package.
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Click Browse for a file and upload the Senturo installer you downloaded earlier.
- Click Save to add the package.
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Create a Deployment Policy
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Navigate to Computers > Policies and click New.
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Enter a Display Name (e.g., Senturo Deployment).
- Under Trigger, select Startup (recommended).
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Under Packages, click Configure, then click Add and select the Senturo installer package.
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Under Scope, click Add and assign the policy to your target macOS devices or groups.
- Click Save to create the deployment policy.
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Monitor Deployment
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Once saved, Senturo will be automatically installed on the selected macOS devices.
- To monitor the progress, click on Logs at the bottom of the Jamf Policy page.
- After installation, the devices will automatically activate in your Senturo dashboard.
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Conclusion
Deploying the Senturo app on macOS devices through Jamf Pro ensures secure, automatic enrollment across your fleet. Following these steps helps you streamline deployment without manual device setup.
FAQs
Q: What if devices do not appear after syncing Jamf with Senturo?
A: Confirm that your Jamf Pro integration is correctly configured with the necessary API privileges.
Q: Can I redeploy the installer if a device misses installation?
A: Yes, you can reassign the deployment policy or create a new one targeting the specific device.
Q: How long does the enrollment take after installing Senturo?
A: Enrollment typically completes within a few minutes after the device restarts and checks in.
Q: Is user action required on the macOS device during deployment?
A: No, the deployment is silent if using the "without permission assistant" installer.