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Walks through the first-time setup of a new Bowdoin-issued Mac, from unboxing and connecting to a network through remote management enrollment, Bowdoin sign-in, creating a local account, and choosing display settings. Applies to Bowdoin students, faculty, and staff setting up a new Bowdoin Mac.

Explains how Bowdoin IT uses Jamf Mobile Device Management (MDM) to manage college-issued iPads and Macs, including what settings IT controls, what information IT can see, and what personal data IT cannot access. Applies to all Bowdoin-issued Apple devices.

Troubleshooting steps for errors encountered during initial iPad setup, including the Remote Management profile error and the Activation Lock screen. Applies to Bowdoin students and faculty setting up a college-issued iPad for the first time.