A major overhaul introduced in 2015 that added support for Automated Device Enrollment, Blueprints, and more recently, the ability to revive or restore Apple Silicon Macs.
: Open the App Store on your old Mac, go to Purchases , and find Apple Configurator. Clicking "Install" will prompt the store to offer the last compatible version for your current OS. apple configurator old version
Just spent 2 hours fighting with Configurator 2.17 trying to restore a batch of iPad Air 1st gens (A1474). Kept getting "this device is not supported." A major overhaul introduced in 2015 that added
Archive your AppleConfigurator.app version 2.12 or earlier. When that 2014 iPad refuses to revive, you’ll thank yourself. Just spent 2 hours fighting with Configurator 2
Remember: Always back up your current Configurator version before downgrading. Keep a spare bootable USB drive with the older macOS version. And when possible, advocate for a modern MDM to escape the upgrade trap entirely.
Apple Configurator is a powerful tool for managing iOS devices, but sometimes an old version may be necessary. While using an old version of Apple Configurator can pose risks and limitations, it can also provide a solution for organizations with specific needs or requirements. By understanding the risks and limitations, and following best practices, you can successfully use an old version of Apple Configurator to manage your iOS devices.