02-02-2026 04:49 AM
I am attempting to add Meraki management to ipads using the Apple configurator. I have followed the instructions to create the account in the configurator, but when I attach an Ipad and run execute the process, these are the messages I get:
An unexpected error has occurred with Ipad Profile installation failed. A connect to the server could not be established.
or
profile:meraki_sm_mdm.mobileconfig: the selected profile does not contain a WI-Fi payload
or
Provisional enrollment failed. the cloud configuration server could not be verified
I opened a case in the dashboard, but I am not getting this resolved. Has anyone else had this issue with a solution?
02-02-2026 05:05 AM
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02-02-2026 05:22 AM
Whilst most Apple processes are well thought out, managing devices manually using Apple Configurator are, shall we say, sub optimal.
Whilst you have your devices connected, I would try to either:
1. Provision them with a wifi profile, or;
2. as part of your blueprint, if using one, or provisioning workflow, include a wifi profile
Apple make the assumption that you'll want to streamline the device setup (including MDM enrollment), which includes getting the device online.
02-02-2026 08:00 AM
Thank you for the advice. The issue I have when I download the wifi profile from the dashboard, I get an error message:
profile:meraki_sm_mdm.mobileconfig: the selected profile does not contain a WI-Fi payload
Is there something more I need to do before clicking the download button ?
02-02-2026 08:15 AM
I'd raise a case, @Kathy3530 You're support engineer will have much greater visibility than I have!
02-02-2026 12:43 PM
Thanks for your help. I am just waiting for answer. They are not the fastest to respond. Just thought there may be some other things I could try. Happy Ground Hogs day!
02-02-2026 12:57 PM
@Kathy3530 Have you got Wifi settings included in the overall settings you are pushing to the devices?
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