eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: iPhone Configuration Web Utility

eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: iPhone Configuration Web Utility
Verfasst von
Andrew Garcia
Andrew Garcia
Published: Jul 14, 2008
Updated: Feb 2, 2021
2 minute read
eWeek Inhalte und Produktempfehlungen sind redaktionell unabhängig. Wir können Geld verdienen, wenn Sie auf Links zu unseren Partnern klicken. Mehr erfahren


eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: iPhone Configuration Web Utility


eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: iPhone Configuration Web Utility – Web Utility

The Web utility can be installed in Windows XP/Vista (With .NET 2.0 installed) or Mac OSX v10.5, and the Web page is on port 3000. There is also a standalone configuration application available for Mac OSX.


eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: iPhone Configuration Web Utility – General

A proper naming scheme for the identifier is essential, as the iPhone tracks its installed profiles by this tag, and proper configuration will likely require several tailored policies.


eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: iPhone Configuration Web Utility – Signing Cert

Profiles are stored and delivered in an unencrypted XML file, but administrators can sign the package with a certificate or key so the users know they can trust the file.


Advertisement

eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: iPhone Configuration Web Utility – Passcode

Administrators can require a passcode on the device and set the level of complexity and the maximum number of failed login attempts. Users will set the passcode when the policy gets installed.


eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: iPhone Configuration Web Utility – Wireless

Administrators can define multiple Wi-Fi networks for the iPhone, while also setting the security policy including iPhone 2.0’s new Enterprise security support. However, the Web Utility will not add pre-shared keys to the profile.


eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: iPhone Configuration Web Utility – Cisco VPN

We could deliver multiple Cisco VPN configurations in one iPhone profile, using either shared secrets or certificates for authentication.


eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: iPhone Configuration Web Utility – Email

IMAP and POP3 configurations are on a different tab from Exchange support. The fields marked “[set on device]” are to be filled in by the user when the profile is installed-


eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: iPhone Configuration Web Utility – Exchange

Exchange setup is very simple, and the user only needs to know their e-mail username to get going. We’d like to see more controls for content push and data synchronization here, though.


eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: iPhone Configuration Web Utility – Credentials

Administrators can add certificates that may be needed for the iPhone: for VPN, for Wi-Fi Security or for other applications.


Advertisement

eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: iPhone Configuration Web Utility – Carrier Controls

You can change the way the device connects to AT&T’s network, if you dare. You should not dare.


eWEEK Labs Walk-Through: iPhone Configuration Web Utility – See More Slideshows Like This One

10 Cool CRM Developmentsby Renee Boucher FergusonFirst Peek at Microsofts Dynamics Live CRMEnterprise 2.0 Technologies Worth Watchingby Clint BoultonCoolest Technologies Demoed at Web 2.0by Clint Boulton

Andrew Garcia

Andrew cut his teeth as a systems administrator at the University of California, learning the ins and outs of server migration, Windows desktop management, Unix and Novell administration. After a tour of duty as a team leader for PC Magazine's Labs, Andrew turned to system integration - providing network, server, and desktop consulting services for small businesses throughout the Bay Area. With eWEEK Labs since 2003, Andrew concentrates on wireless networking technologies while moonlighting with Microsoft Windows, mobile devices and management, and unified communications. He produces product reviews, technology analysis and opinion pieces for eWEEK.com, eWEEK magazine, and the Labs' Release Notes blog. Follow Andrew on Twitter at andrewrgarcia, or reach him by email at agarcia@eweek.com.

eWeek Logo

eWeek has the latest technology news and analysis, buying guides, and product reviews for IT professionals and technology buyers. The site's focus is on innovative solutions and covering in-depth technical content. eWeek stays on the cutting edge of technology news and IT trends through interviews and expert analysis. Gain insight from top innovators and thought leaders in the fields of IT, business, enterprise software, startups, and more.

Eigentum von TechnologyAdvice. © 2026 TechnologyAdvice. Alle Rechte vorbehalten

Werbetreibenden-Offenlegung: Einige der auf dieser Website erscheinenden Produkte stammen von Unternehmen, von denen TechnologyAdvice eine Vergütung erhält. Diese Vergütung kann beeinflussen, wie und wo Produkte auf dieser Website erscheinen, einschließlich beispielsweise der Reihenfolge, in der sie erscheinen. TechnologyAdvice schließt nicht alle Unternehmen oder alle auf dem Marktplatz verfügbaren Produkttypen ein.