Installing Software on State-Owned Mac Computers Using Software Self Service

Overview

This article is for University employees who have a state-owned Mac computer and outlines the steps to install additional software through the Software Self Service app. Some pre-loaded software is already on all Macs, including Microsoft Outlook, OneDrive, Teams, Defender (antivirus), Zoom, and Creative Cloud Desktop App.

Environment

State-Owned Devices: Equipment provided to university employees and managed by Minnesota State University, Mankato. The steps, tools, or solutions in this article may not work on personal devices due to administrative restrictions or licensing requirements.  

How-To

  1. Click the plus icon in the top menu bar, select Self Service, then select Get Software. Or, just click the Software Self-Service app in the dock (purple icon with flame logo). 
  2. Click Catalog and browse through the categories to view available software. Or, search in the search bar. 
  3. Click Install on the software you want. 

Outcome

The desired software will be installed.

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This article is for University employees who are setting up their new or re-imaged state-owned Mac computer.