Manual Activation and First Configuration (up to version 6.x)
Activate and configure Mago Essential directly on-screen using a keyboard and mouse for step-by-step setup.
Manual activation is available for all Mago versions up to 6.x. Beginning with version 7.x, manual activation is no longer supported and only Online activation can be used.
Language selection
Choose your preferred language. Press Next.
EULA
Read and accept the EULA. Press Next.
Network settings
Make sure an Internet connection is available. If not, check the Ethernet cable / interface or set up a WiFi connection via the Windows network settings. Press Next.
License activation
Insert your Mago Essential software license key and press "Activate". If the license activates correctly, press Next to continue. Otherwise, double check your license key, ask your reseller or ask for support here: Support
Display settings
Double check the display configuration here. If your display is passive, check the "Passive display mode" option. If you need to make changes, tap "Open display settings" to access Windows display settings. Press Next.
Local User
Mago Essential requires a dedicated local user to run. In this step, you can choose a name and password (optional) for the Mago user. The default values are user MagoRoom with no password.
Whatever username and password is chosen, Mago Essential will automatically log in to that user the next time you restart. You will never have to manually enter your password to log in when you start the device.
The dedicated local user allows you to maximize security, thanks to the Least-privileged users (LPUs) settings and the Kiosk mode which is automatically set during the first configuration. Kiosk mode inhibits users from accessing the file system, the advanced Windows functions and shortcuts, only allowing access to the Mago Room Essential application.
Appearance settings
In this step, you can:
Set a display name for this device.
Set a custom logo and one or more custom backgrounds.
Set the WiFi information to be displayed for users and guests.
A properly set WiFi is required for AirPlay and Google Cast to work. See Requirements for more details.
Advanced settings
In this step, you can setup the automatic daily restart of Mago Essential.
Save and restart
After completing the wizard, you can Save and restart. Mago Essential will automatically log into the newly created local user and run the software.
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