Once the install is finished, open Finder and click on 'Go' in the menu bar and choose 'Go to Folder'. You will need to open System Preferences > Security and Privacy, unlock and click 'Open Anyway'.

When you go to install, a pop up will appear saying that this install was blocked. This will be used to edit a preference file so that your computer screen locks when you remote into the machine.

Download an application called Pref Setter. The next step is intended to set a secure remote viewing method. You should then get a message saying 'Remote connections for this computer have been enabled'. You will then be prompted for your Mac username and password again, enter those and click OK. The longer you make the pin the more secure it will be, we recommend between 12 and 16 digits. The install will finish, and you will need to go back to the 'Enable remote connections' under 'My Computers' to be prompted to create a unique pin that will be used to connect to this computer in addition to your Google sign in information. Then click on 'Get Started' under the 'My Computers' section.Ĭlick on 'Enable remote connections' under 'My Computers'.ĭouble click Chrome Remote Desktop Host.pkgįollow along the graphical guide below to install the Chrome Remote Desktop Host application. You will need to grant permission to Chrome Remote desktop to use your Google account. If Chrome Remote desktop is not shown in your list of apps, you can install it from the Web Store(bottom right hand corner). Once the app has been installed, enter the following in the Chrome address bar. If you do not already have a Google/Gmail account, you can create one before proceeding.Īfter you have signed in to Google Chrome use the following link to download Chrome Remote Desktop: If you do not already have Google Chrome installed on your computer, you can download it here: Users are encouraged to set up two factor authentication on new or existing Chrome(Google) accounts. This document is intended for Mac users running OS X 10.9.x and above. This document is intended to help users remotely connect to their Mac desktops in a manner that is freely available for academic, commercial, or personal use and in a more secure manner than a simple VNC connection. Update: If you have viewed this document prior to Applease reference the highlighted area below for changes.

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