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macOS Settings

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Local hostname: MacServer.local

Media Sharing

Enter Apple ID -- currently freezes

Ensure 'Computer Name' is set to MacServer

File Sharing

Add folders:

  • /Users/Shared/macOS Server Shares/AllShare
  • ​/Users/Shared/macOS Server Shares/Scans

Add volumes:

  • /Volumes/Media
  • /Volumes/Time Machine Backups

Enable Time Machine Backups:

  • Right Click Time Machine Backups -> Advanced Options -> [CHECK] Share as a Time Machine backup destination

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Permissions:

For all folders and volumes:

  • ‘Everyone’: Read Only
  • 'AllLocalUsers': Read & Write

Remote Login

  • [CHECK] Allow full disk access for remote users
  • Allow access for: Only these users -> AllLocalUsers

Remote Management

  • Allow access for: Only these users -> click '+' and add all users.
  • When prompted for permissions, enable everything.
  • Computer Settings:
    • [CHECK] Always show Remote Management status in menu bar
    • [CHECK] Anyone may request permission to control screen

Remote Apple Events

  • Allow access for: All users

Content Caching

  • Cache: All content
  • Options
    • Cache Location: Macintosh HD
    • Cache size: 30 GB (change as needed)