macOS Server Support
All the topics, resources, and contact options you need for macOS Server.
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If requests for the root URL redirect to the Wiki or Xcode services on macOS Server
The Websites service on macOS Server automatically redirects requests for the root URL to the Wiki or Xcode service by default. Learn how to turn off redirects to the Wiki or Xcode service.
Learn about preventing requests
About the web proxy
OS X Server 5.x introduces a new service proxy architecture, which uses an Apache HTTPD instance that reverse proxies to multiple service-specific Apache instances.
Read about the web proxy
Work with Apache
Apache is the open source HTTP web server provided with OS X Server. You can use the Server app to manage web service and use the default Apache settings.
Learn how to manage web service
Upgrade macOS on a Mac at your institution
If you're the system administrator for your business or education institution, use these methods to upgrade macOS High Sierra.
Use the system image utility
Create a NetBoot, NetInstall, or NetRestore image
Use System Image Utility or the imagetool command-line utility to create a network startup volume.
Learn about creating a NetBoot, NetInstall or NetRestore image that supports multiple Mac models
If your NetBoot clients can’t start up from the server
Some clients might not start up even when NetBoot services appear to be available from the server. To find the cause, check the server’s log messages.
What to do if your NetBoot clients can't start up from the server
Use NetBoot across subnets with macOS Server
Learn how to use the NetBoot service across network subnets.
Here are three ways that you can use NetBoot with macOS Server.
How to use NetBoot across subnets
Turn on performance mode for macOS Server
Performance mode changes the system parameters of your Mac. These changes take better advantage of your hardware for demanding server applications.
Turn on performance mode for macOS Server
About the adaptive firewall
The adaptive firewall helps prevent your computer from being attacked by unauthorized users.
Learn how to turn on the adaptive firewall
About the RADIUS Service for macOS Server
The RADIUS service is included in OS X Server, but it is not listed as a separate service in the Server app.
About the RADIUS Service
Profile Manager
Profile Manager makes it easy to configure your users' macOS and iOS devices so they’re set up to use your company or school resources and have the settings your organization requires.
Profile Manager Support
Xsan
Xsan is a powerful and scalable solution for storage and consolidation in macOS. Use the resources below to learn about setup options, network management, configuration, and more.
Xsan SupportResources
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