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Applications Preventing Reboot (macOS/Windows)
Description Before the FileWave client reboots a computer, where the Fileset properties are set to reboot, a warning can be expected to 'Quit All Running Processes' with a list for the user to address. Some processes do not respond to FileWave Clients reques...
FileWave Kiosk for macOS and Windows overview (15.3+)
This article will explain the details of the refreshed Kiosk for macOS and Windows that is included in FileWave 15.3+. Browse Payloads/Filesets The "Browse Payloads/Filesets" screen is a central feature within the app that enables users to explore and discov...
Checking what version of iOS/iPadOS App Portal is being pushed out (15.3+)
What How do I know what version of App Portal (Kiosk) is being pushed out to iOS/iPadOS devices? When/Why After a FileWave upgrade, there likely will be a new version of the iOS/iPadsOS IPA pushed out through the automatic upgrade process. Because this proc...
Kiosk should show only Kiosk associated Apps (15.3+)
What Before FileWave 15.3, apps that are directly deployed to the device and have the “Allow removal” option checked are shown in Kiosk. If the user decides to remove them from their device, that app is shown in Kiosk—in case the user changes their mind and w...
Resolving SSL and Manifest Validation Errors with FileWave Kiosk Installation (15.3+)
What This article addresses an issue encountered during the installation of the new FileWave Kiosk v.15.3.1 on macOS and Windows devices. Users may encounter SSL errors and manifest validation failures that prevent the Kiosk from installing correctly. When/W...
App Portal / Kiosk v2 transition (15.3+)
Evolution of App Portal for iOS/iPadOS: Transition from Technical Preview to Official Release In our commitment to continuous improvement and user-centric development, we are excited to announce a significant milestone in the journey of App Portal for iOS/iPa...
Removing pre-15.3 Kiosk Customizations (macOS/Windows)
Prior to FileWave 15.3 you had a method of customizing the Kiosk that is not used in 15.3 and beyond. Some of the customizations will be ignored with 15.3, but there are things you'll want to potentially remove and you may want to stop pushing out customizatio...
Kiosk with macOS in a VM: Enabling Metal support
Description The new Kiosk requires 'Metal' support. VMware does not support metal by default. It is possible to add support, however the details provided are Beta and not only may the VM become unstable, but the host may also Kernel Panic. Use cautiously ...
FileWave Kiosk for iOS/iPadOS overview (15.3+)
What The Self-Service Kiosk is how you can offer an easy way for your users to install approved software without the need for IT to specifically assign it to a iPad or iPhone. Instead, you can assign a collection of approved applications to your devices, and ...
Kiosk 1.0 for macOS/Windows - EOL
What As the new desktop Kiosk 2.0 for macOS and Windows released with FileWave 15.3.0. In 15.3.x and 15.4.x the old Kiosk 1.0 is also included in the client. Noteworthy also is this new Kiosk is 64bit only. When/Why Some functions are still performed by Ki...
FileWave Kiosk displays Company Information
Description As an enhancement to the FileWave Kiosk / App Portal on macOS, Windows, and iPadOS/iOS, version 15.4 includes a view for Organisation Information. Information Details for the organisation may be filled out in the Preferences tab of FileWave Cent...
Setting the Primary Color, Name and Logo in Kiosk/App Portal (15.3+)
What This article provides step-by-step instructions for configuring the new Kiosk2 and App Portal introduced in FileWave 15.3.0, including how to set a primary color, name, and logo for the App Portal / Kiosk on FileWave v15.3.0+. When/Why For brand consis...