Chrome OS: FileWave Inventory Extension Capabilities

What

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When/Why

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  • Submit "Last Connected" time (which should not be confused with last sync time...Last Connected, iswhich records the last time the device talkedcommunicated directly towith the FileWave server)server and is different from the Google synchronization time
• AbilityStart a TeamViewer remote support session.

Send Verify to initiaterequest an remoteimmediate controlextension session through TeamViewer (version 14.6+) To send a "Verify" to make the device check in immediatelycheck-in.

How

ReferenceUse the Quick Start Guide below for instructionsChromebooks onto settinginstall upand configure the inventoryextension. extensionFor forreporting yourschedules, Chromebooks.offline behavior, and the difference between Last Connected and Last Sync, see the FileWave Inventory Extension Behavior FAQ.