macOS FileVault
What: We will be rolling out a built-in macOS feature called 'FileVault' on all 1:1 issued Staff Laptops. Note: Shared, multiple-user Laptops will not yet be affected, but there are plans to enable FileVault on those at a later date, to be determined.
When: We will be doing this on Thursday, June 6th at 4:00pm. Once that has elapsed, you will still not see the FileVault prompt message until you have signed out, and signed back in (or performed a restart and signed back in). When you see the FileVault message, please ensure your computer is plugged into a charger.
Why: Encrypting your data with FileVault is an essential security measure. It prevents unauthorized access to your data, whenever your computer is not in use. This is commonly referred to as 'at-rest encryption'.
Note: Once FileVault has been enabled, you likely won't notice any difference. This article was created simply to inform you on what to expect during the enablement process.
1. FileVault will be enabled during the login process. After the FileVault Configuration Profile has been rolled out, you will see the following pop-up the next time you sign into your computer:
Click 'Enable Now'. Clicking 'Cancel' here will direct you back to the login screen. This is to ensure FileVault gets enabled.
2. After clicking 'Enable Now' on the pop-up above, it will notify you that FileVault is being enabled, as shown in the picture below.
Note: While FileVault is being rolled out on Thursday, June 6th at 4:00pm - it won't actually enable until you sign out of your computer and sign back in (alternatively - performing a restart, and then signing back in).
When you see the two pop-ups shown above, please ensure your computer is plugged into a charger. It is necessary for the computer to be connected to a charger for the disk encryption process to complete:
3. Once FileVault has been enabled, navigating to System Settings > Privacy & Security > FileVault should look like the below:
Note: PSD IT Staff will be able to assist you with accessing your computer in the event you get locked out or don't recall your login password, after FileVault has been rolled out. Please call x3711 or submit a ticket by emailing servicecentral@psd401.net.