Entra logon to a Mac shared device? Configure Platform SSO Password Sync with Intune today!

Introduction

This tutorial will guide you through the process of configuring Platform Single Sign-On (SSO) with Password Sync for Entra ID on macOS shared devices using Intune. This integration allows users to log in to Mac devices with their Entra ID credentials, enhancing the user experience and streamlining access to resources.

Step 1: Understand Platform SSO

Before configuring, it’s essential to grasp what Platform SSO entails:

• Platform SSO allows seamless authentication on macOS devices using Entra ID.
• It supports both password and passwordless authentication methods.
• For more detailed information, refer to the Microsoft Learn documentation.

Step 2: Configure Platform SSO

To set up Platform SSO with Password Sync, follow these steps:

1. Access Microsoft Intune:

   • Log in to the Microsoft Intune portal.

2. Create a Configuration Profile:

   • Navigate to Devices > macOS > Configurations profiles.
   • Click on Create Profile.

3. Select Profile Type:

   • Choose Device Configuration.
   • Select macOS as the platform.

4. Set Profile Settings:

   • Under Settings, locate Accounts and choose Platform SSO.
   • Enable Password Sync and configure any additional settings as needed.

5. Assign the Profile:

   • After configuring, assign the profile to the appropriate user groups.
   • Ensure the groups contain users who will be using shared Mac devices.

Step 3: Deploy the Configuration

Once your profile is ready, deploy it to the devices:

• Ensure that the devices are enrolled in Intune.
• Monitor the deployment status to confirm that the profile applies correctly.

Step 4: Test User Experience

To verify that the configuration works:

1. Have a user log in to a shared Mac device using their Entra ID credentials.
2. Observe the authentication process to ensure it functions as expected.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can successfully configure Platform SSO with Password Sync for macOS shared devices. This setup not only simplifies the login process for users but also enhances security and management through Intune. For further reading and resources, check out the links provided in the video description, including Intune Platform SSO documentation and guidance on managing macOS devices in Intune.