Features of Knox Deployment App & How To Guide
1 Knox Deployment App Features
Samsung Knox is a platform for managing mobile devices that are made by Samsung. The Knox Deployment App works with the Samsung Knox program to launch Knox, which can secure and protect mobile devices for work. The application is geared toward business and enterprise clients. There are many helpful features that the Knox Deployment App has to offer, including:
1. Supports NFC enrollment
NFC enrollment (Near Field Communication) can be performed on devices with the Knox Deployment App running, but it can’t be performed on tablets or Android 11 devices. NFC enrollment is completed by holding one device with Knox Deployment enabled and the new device close together.
2. Support Bluetooth enrollment
Bluetooth enrollments can be performed on smartphone or tablet devices by being in close proximity to each other. The user device and admin devices will connect via Bluetooth to install the Knox Deployment App.
3. Support Wi-Fi Direct enrollment
Samsung Knox can also support Wi-Fi Direct by connecting through WLANs for Wi-Fi Direct enrollment data transfer. These devices must be in close proximity to each other to connect, and the enrollment requires a device with a Knox Deployment App.
4. Supports two-factor authentication
The Knox Deployment App also provides extra security features, such as 2FA, which can use a second form of authentication, such as a phone number, external authentication app, a verification code, or a separate backup code established by an IT admin.
Tips
- How to Find Samsung Knox Deployment App and Install?
You can find the Samsung Knox Deployment App on the Google Play Store. - What OS is Knox Deployment App Available to Install On?
Devices that have Knox 2.8 or higher can install and use the Knox Deployment App. However, keep in mind that the Knox Deployment App does not support the enrollment of Samsung devices without Knox.
2 How to Use Knox Deployment App
In this section, we’ll break down how to use the Knox Deployment App on your Samsung device. First, you’ll need the following items before you get started.
Prerequisites
- Samsung Knox Account for logging into the Knox Admin Portal
- Licenses of Knox Congifure for using Knox product
- Profile configured in the Knox Mobile enrollment or Knox configure portal
- Knox-supported Android device
Step-by-Step Guide to Use Knox Deployment App
- Step One:Create a profile in Knox Configure or Knox Mobile Enrollment
- For those who do not yet have a Samsung account, you must first sign up for a Samsung account before creating a profile. Then, you can use your new Samsung account to create your own profile in the Samsung Knox Admin Portal to start setting up Knox Mobile Enrollment.
- Here you will select Create Profile and decide if you want to set up an Android Enterprise or Android Enterprise Advanced profile type.
- Step Two:Install the Knox Deployment App on your device and sign in with Knox Portal account
- Find the Knox Deployment App on the Google Play Store, install it, and sign in with your Knox account.
- Step Three:Choose a Profile
- Open the app. Find 'Knox Service'. Then, select the created profile. You will be provided with options such as Wearable or Phone and Tablet. The profile information will require you to submit a Profile Name, Company Name, Phone Number, and Email Address at minimum.
- Step Four:Choose a Deployment Mode — NFC, Bluetooth, or Wi-Fi Direct
- Decide how you want to deploy Knox to your Samsung devices via Near Field Communication (NFC), Bluetooth, or Wi-Fi Direct. These options each require different device types and versions to use, so be sure to research which deployment option is best for your unique situation.
- Step Five:Set up a Wi-Fi network for the Device that needs to be deployed
- Deploying Knox requires a connection to the Internet to be successful. If you are setting up your device through the Knox Deployment App, you will absolutely need to set up a Wi-Fi network for the devices you will be deploying through Wi-Fi Direct.
3 What Are the Usage Scenarios for Knox Deployment App?
The Knox Deployment App is best used for bulk deployment for a small number of devices. Knox is a great solution for security and is very helpful for small enterprises and businesses who need to deploy Knox on their devices.
With its somewhat limited deployment options, the Knox Deployment App isn’t recommended for those who have a large number of devices. The Knox Deployment Program (KDP) is the preferred method for those who need a large number of devices enrolled in Knox.
Using the Knox Deployment App is also a great solution for situations where your device reseller or device carrier does not participate in the Knox Deployment Program (KDP). In this instance, you will need to use the Knox Deployment App to ensure that Knox is on the intended devices.
4 Other Deployment Methods for Samsung Knox Device Enrollment
You can also deploy Samsung Knox on devices by using Knox Manage to enroll devices manually. Using Knox Manage allows you to enroll nontraditional devices as long as they are supported by Knox.
Knox Deployment Methods | ||
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Type | Method | Requirement |
General Device | QR code enrollment | Android 8.0 + |
Android Enterprise Devices | QR code sent by email | Android 7.0 + |
EMM token (afw#KnoxManage) | Android 6.0 + | |
Android Zero-touch enrollment | Android 11.0 + | |
Knox Mobile Enrollment | Android 8.0 + |
With Knox Manage, you can enroll Android Legacy, iOS, and Windows devices by first installing Knox Manage. Then, launch the Knox Manage agent. Once the agent is launched, the user must sign in to Knox Manage and wait for the profiles and policies to upload to the device.
Knox Manage can also be used to enroll Android Enterprise managed devices, including Fully Managed type, Fully Managed with a Work Profile type, Company-owned with a Work Profile type, and Work Profile (Bring Your Own Device) types. Each of these types of Android Enterprise devices can be enrolled by following the steps here. Or, users can enroll by using the afw#KnoxManage token or by using a QR Code.
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