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# Configuring an alternative Apple MDM URL
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Fleet [v4.59.0](https://github.com/fleetdm/fleet/releases/tag/fleet-v4.59.0) allows setting an alternative MDM URL helps organizations differentiate MDM traffic from other Fleet traffic, allowing the application of network rules specific to MDM communications. The `mdm.apple_server_url` configuration specifies the URL that Apple devices use to communicate with your Fleet instance for MDM purposes. This configuration is optional; if not set, MDM will default to using the Fleet Server URL.
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However, be aware that changing this URL after devices have been enrolled in MDM requires those devices to be re-enrolled into MDM.
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## Prerequisites
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* Fleet v4.59.0
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## Step-by-step instructions
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1. Prepare your DNS
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Create a DNS record Fleet can use for Apple MDM traffic
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**Example:**
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* Fleet Server URL: `https://fleet.example.com 104.21.82.73`
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* Apple Server URL: `https://fleet-mdm.example.com 104.21.82.73`
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Both URLs should point to the same IP address to ensure seamless handling of both MDM and non-MDM traffic.
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2. Configure the Apple server URL in Fleet
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Via the Fleet UI:
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* **Access Fleet UI**: Navigate to **Settings > Organization settings > Advanced options > Apple server URL**.
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* **Set the URL**: Enter your MDM Apple Server URL.
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* **Apply changes**: Run the following command to apply your changes:
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Via GitOps:
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```yaml
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org_settings:
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mdm:
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apple_server_url: "https://mdm.example.com"
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```
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See the [GitOps reference documentation](https://fleetdm.com/docs/configuration/yaml-files#policies) for an example.
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## Conclusion
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The Apple Server URL is an optional configuration that allows you to route MDM traffic through a separate URL, which can be beneficial for monitoring and controlling MDM traffic separately from other Fleet communications.
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**Important**: Be sure to set the Apple Server URL **before** enrolling devices to avoid the need for device MDM re-enrollment.
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<meta name="articleTitle" value="Configuring an Alternative Apple MDM URL">
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<meta name="authorFullName" value="Tim Lee">
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<meta name="authorGitHubUsername" value="mostlikelee">
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<meta name="category" value="guides">
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<meta name="publishedOn" value="2024-11-01">
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<meta name="description" value="A guide on configuring an alternative Apple MDM URL in Fleet for better traffic management.">
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```
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