If you do not have access to the Android Partner Portal but still wish to enjoy the benefits of a fully registered AMA Zero-Touch enrollment with Mobile Guardian, this guide is for you.
The process involves two key steps: Dashboard Setup and Device Setup. Follow the steps outlined below to complete the enrollment process efficiently.
💻 Dashboard Setup
Follow these steps to configure the Mobile Guardian Dashboard to facilitate the enrollment of Zero-Touch Devices:
Access Settings
- Navigate to "Settings" on the Mobile Guardian Dashboard.
- Select "Android Settings".
- Go to Settings > Android Settings > MobileGuardianManagedAccountEnrollment.
Enrol Account
- Follow the on-screen instructions and click "Enrol".
- Enter a non-Google Workspace account (e.g., a personal Gmail address).
- After adding the email address, select Next.
- Select the Sign up for Android only option.
- You will be redirected to the "Bring Android to Work" page. Log in using a Gmail account and click "Get started".
Input Information
Enter the necessary information, such as the business name (mandatory), and optional contact details for the Data Protection Officer and EU Representative. Agree to and confirm the information, then select Complete Registration.
Configure EMM Settings
On the Android EMM Settings configuration page, select the following:
- Default Application Runtime Permission: Auto-grant
- System Update Policy: Automatic
- Active Directory Integration: Unauthenticated
- Click the "Save" button.
After the save has completed, ensure you select the Sync Profile button to ensure the Baseline Profile is active before enrolment.
Terms of Service
Schools can customise their system by providing a Terms of Service URL. By default, this field is empty, allowing each institution to define and link to its own terms and conditions.
Registration Form Fields
To ensure complete user enrollment, the Registration Fields are utilised to gather necessary data when a user registers on a device post Mobile Guardian installation.
- Mandatory Fields (Default): The Name and Surname fields are activated by default.
- Optional Fields: You have the flexibility to toggle all remaining fields on or off based on your specific registration requirements.
📱 Device Setup: AMA Zero-Touch Enrollment
Trigger Setup Prompt
On a new or factory-reset device, tap the screen six times to prompt the device to scan a QR code.
Scan QR Code
To complete the setup, open the Mobile Guardian dashboard, navigate to "Devices" > "Add New School Device," and select the Android tab.
You will scan the QR Code named Android Management API code to initiate the Zero-touch setup wizard.
Device Restart
After scanning, the device might restart (device-dependent) and indicate that it is part of an organisation. Select "Next" to proceed.
Setup Wizard
Select Continue.
Select "Next".
Install Work Apps
Navigate to "Install work apps" and select "Install".
Configure Mobile Guardian
Navigate to "Configure Mobile Guardian" and select "Setup".
The device automatically applies the policies, school details, and other managed configurations. Upon application startup, the device is immediately locked to the Mobile Guardian application.
Terms of Service Display
If a Terms of Service URL was configured during the initial setup, the corresponding screen will be the first visible element upon device launch. The user would then need to accept the Terms of Service before being able to continue.
Environment & Device Naming
Following student acceptance of the initial Terms of Service, the next screen displays the device's target Environment. The student must then name the device and check a box to acknowledge and accept the Mobile Guardian Privacy Policy and Terms.
Student Registration
Following the final acceptance steps, selecting "Activate" triggers the appearance of the Student Registration Fields. The contents of this form will precisely match the set of requirements configured (enabled or disabled toggles) by the school administrator.
Login Completion and Operational Mode
After the student successfully completes the registration form and selects "Login," the enrollment process concludes. The device will then return to normal operational mode (exiting Kiosk Mode).
Grant Permissions
After installing the Mobile Guardian app, authorise the following permissions:
After successfully installing the Mobile Guardian app, you will be prompted to provide usage access to the app.
Authorise the following permissions:
- Device Admin
- Package Usage Stats
- System Alert Window
- After granting permissions, tap Continue.
- The Mobile Guardian application will open to finalise the registration.
- Press the back button to redirect to the home screen.
You have now successfully enrolled your device with Mobile Guardian.
Reviewing Registration Data
The data collected from the student during the device registration process can be reviewed by administrators on the Mobile Guardian dashboard. Locate this information by:
- Accessing the Students tab.
- Filtering the list as necessary.
- Selecting the Meta field/option to expose the saved registration details.
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