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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.

Last updated 6 days ago

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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 installer:

  • Open the downloaded file and follow the on-screen instructions to complete installation.

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

  • Follow the on-screen prompts in the application to complete the configuration.

  • Enter your user password if requested.

Step 5: Restart Your Mac

  • Restart your Mac to apply the changes.

Step 6: Verify Configuration

  • After your Mac restarts, go to System Preferences → Bluetooth and ensure the external dongle is selected as the active Bluetooth device.

Step 7: Turn on Bluetooth (if needed)

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

Note: On macOS Monterey, you may need to manually allow the application in System Preferences → Security & Privacy under the General tab.

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