Apple Remote Desktop 3.9.8 is a minor yet essential update designed to ensure compatibility with macOS Sequoia and improve the security of administrative workflows. For IT administrators and managers of Mac-only networks, this release focuses on stabilizing remote management features and refining the way encrypted archives are handled. What’s New in Version 3.9.8 Support for macOS Sequoia : Full compatibility for managing systems running the latest macOS version. Enhanced Archive Handling : Encrypted archives now reliably open when the correct password is provided, addressing previous authentication hurdles. Bug Fixes & Performance : General refinements to improve stability during remote control and observation sessions. Core Benefits for IT Teams Centralized Control : Manage software deployment and system configurations across your entire network from a single dashboard. Security & Privacy : Use Curtain Mode to block a local user’s view while you perform sensitive administrative tasks, alongside 128-bit AES encryption for all communications. Asset Management : Quickly gather detailed reports on more than 200 hardware attributes and user login history. Automation : Streamline repetitive IT workflows by integrating with Automator for macOS. System Requirements To install and run Apple Remote Desktop 3.9.8, your administrator system must meet the following: Operating System : macOS 13.6 (Ventura) or later. Client Compatibility : Supports client computers running version 3.4 or later. Note that connecting to older, less secure clients may require manually enabling an "opt-in" setting in your Security Preferences . Hardware : An Ethernet (recommended), Wi-Fi, or IP over FireWire/Thunderbolt connection. How to Get the Update The most direct way to update is through the App Store for Mac . Simply check the Updates tab to download and install the latest version. Proactive Follow-up: Would you like a step-by-step guide on how to enable Remote Management on your client Macs or a comparison with other third-party remote access tools? What's new in Apple Remote Desktop - Apple Support (BY)
Introduction Apple Remote Desktop (ARD) is a remote management tool that allows administrators to control and manage Mac computers remotely. With ARD, you can perform a variety of tasks, such as:
Remote control of Mac computers File transfer Screen sharing Software installation and updates System configuration and monitoring
System Requirements To use ARD 3.9.8, you will need: apple remote desktop 3.9.8
A Mac computer running macOS High Sierra (10.13) or later The Apple Remote Desktop 3.9.8 app installed on the administrator's computer The Apple Remote Desktop 3.9.8 agent installed on the client Mac computers (optional)
Setting Up Apple Remote Desktop To set up ARD, follow these steps:
Install the Apple Remote Desktop app : Download and install the ARD app on the administrator's computer from the Mac App Store. Install the Apple Remote Desktop agent : To install the ARD agent on client Mac computers, go to System Preferences > Sharing , and select Remote Management . Select the administrator's computer from the list of allowed administrators. Configure the ARD settings : Go to System Preferences > Sharing , and select Remote Management . Configure the settings as desired, such as: Apple Remote Desktop 3
Allowing remote control Enabling file transfer Setting access privileges
Using Apple Remote Desktop To use ARD, follow these steps:
Launch the Apple Remote Desktop app : Open the ARD app on the administrator's computer. Add client computers : Click Add > Add Computer to add client Mac computers to the ARD database. Enter the computer's IP address, hostname, or Bonjour name. Authenticate : Authenticate with the client computer using an administrator account. Remote control : Select a client computer and click Control > Remote Control to take control of the computer. File transfer : Select a client computer and click File > Transfer File to transfer files between the administrator's computer and the client computer. Screen sharing : Select a client computer and click Control > Screen Sharing to share the client computer's screen. Enhanced Archive Handling : Encrypted archives now reliably
Features and Functions ARD 3.9.8 includes the following features and functions:
Remote control : Take control of client Mac computers and perform tasks as if you were sitting in front of them. File transfer : Transfer files between the administrator's computer and client Mac computers. Screen sharing : Share the screen of a client Mac computer with the administrator's computer. Software installation and updates : Install and update software on client Mac computers. System configuration and monitoring : Configure and monitor system settings on client Mac computers.