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QR Code Enrollment

QR code enrollment provides a streamlined method for enrolling Android devices into the MDM system. This method is particularly useful for bulk enrollment scenarios.

Accessing QR Enrollment​

  1. Select QR Enrollment from the side navigation bar
  2. QR Enrollment page loads with profile selection

Enrollment Process​

Step 1: Select a Profile​

  1. Click the profile drop-down menu
  2. View available published profiles
  3. Select the profile to assign to enrolled devices
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Only published profiles appear in the selection. Ensure your profile is published first.

Step 2: View Profile Details​

After selecting a profile, see:

  • Profile Name
  • Profile Description
  • Profile Version
  • Policies Included
  • Restrictions
  • Applications

Step 3: Generate QR Code​

  1. Click Generate QR button
  2. QR code appears on screen
  3. Code contains:
    • Profile information
    • MDM server details
    • Enrollment credentials (encrypted)
    • Device configuration parameters
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The QR code is unique to the selected profile and contains all necessary information for automatic enrollment.

Step 4: Device Setup​

On the Android device:

  1. Prepare Device

    • Factory reset device (recommended)
    • Power on and connect to Wi-Fi

  2. Start Setup Wizard

    • Follow Android setup wizard
    • When prompted, tap six times on welcome screen
    • This activates the QR code scanner

  3. Scan QR Code

    • Device camera activates
    • Point camera at the QR code
    • Wait for scan and processing

  4. Complete Enrollment

    • MDM agent downloads and installs automatically
    • Profile settings are applied
    • Required applications install
    • Device appears in Device Management
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  • Ensure the device has stable internet during enrollment to prevent interruptions.

QR Code Controls​

Blur QR Button​

  • Click Blur QR to obscure the code
  • Prevents unauthorized scanning
  • Use when screen is visible to others
  • Click Generate QR again to make visible

Generate QR Button​

  • Makes QR code visible
  • Creates fresh QR code
  • Updates with current profile settings

Requirements​

Device Requirements​

  • Android 6.0 (Marshmallow) or higher
  • Functional rear camera for scanning
  • Sufficient storage for MDM agent and apps
  • Touchscreen capable of detecting six taps

Network Requirements​

  • Internet connectivity (Wi-Fi or mobile data)
  • Access to MDM server
  • Required ports open (443, 8080)

Profile Requirements​

  • Profile must be published
  • Include at least basic policies
  • Required apps must be available
  • Web apps properly configured

Troubleshooting​

QR Code Not Scanning​

Solutions:

  1. Ensure six taps on welcome screen
  2. Check camera permissions
  3. Improve lighting conditions
  4. Ensure QR code fully visible
  5. Try regenerating the code

Enrollment Fails​

Solutions:

  1. Verify internet connectivity
  2. Check MDM server accessibility
  3. Ensure profile is published
  4. Verify applications available
  5. Check firewall settings

Device Not Appearing​

Solutions:

  1. Wait and refresh Device Management
  2. Check device internet connection
  3. Verify MDM agent installed
  4. Review device logs
  5. Attempt enrollment again

Bulk Enrollment Scenarios​

Classroom Deployment​

  1. Generate QR code for student profile
  2. Display on projector/large screen
  3. Students scan simultaneously
  4. Monitor enrollment progress
  5. Verify all devices configured

Corporate Deployment​

  1. Create role-specific profiles
  2. Generate QR codes for each role
  3. Print or display at enrollment station
  4. Employees scan appropriate code
  5. Verify device assignment
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This enrollment method ensures consistent, secure, and efficient device onboarding while maintaining proper configuration.

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