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  • Set up the Dongle using the application
  • Step 1: Download and Install the Hideez Dongle Setup App
  • Step 2: Insert the Dongle into a USB Port
  • Step 3: Launch the Application
  • Step 4: Click Setup
  • Step 5: Restart Your Mac
  • Step 6: Verify Configuration
  • Step 7: Turn on Bluetooth (if needed)

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  1. How to use Hideez Bluetooth Dongle on macOS

Hideez Dongle Installation via Setup Application

Step-by-step guide to configure Hideez Dongle via Setup App on macOS.

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Set up the Dongle using the application

To install and configure the Hideez Dongle using the application, your Mac must be running macOS Ventura (13.0) or later.

The Hideez Dongle is compatible with both Intel-based Macs and Apple Silicon (M1, M2, M3) Macs.

Step 1: Download and Install the Hideez Dongle Setup App

  • Download the app:

  • Open the downloaded file and follow the instructions to install it.

Step 2: Insert the Dongle into a USB Port

  • Insert the Bluetooth dongle into an available USB port on your Mac.

Step 3: Launch the Application

  • Open the Hideez Dongle Setup app from your Applications folder.

  • If prompted, grant the necessary permissions for the app to access Bluetooth settings.

Step 4: Click Setup

  • In the application, follow the on-screen prompts to complete the setup process.

  • Enter your user password if requested.

Step 5: Restart Your Mac

  • After setup is complete, restart your Mac to apply the changes.

Step 6: Verify Configuration

  • Once your Mac restarts, open System Preferences → Bluetooth to check that the external dongle is set as the active Bluetooth device.

Step 7: Turn on Bluetooth (if needed)

  • If Bluetooth is off, toggle it on in System Preferences → Bluetooth.

Please note, on macOS Monterey, you have to allow using the application:

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