What's new in Zebra DNA Cloud 3.4
Overview
Zebra DNA Cloud (ZDNA) is an administrative solution for managing and configuring Zebra devices and apps. Like a cloud-based version of Zebra StageNow, ZDNA also performs licensing and other administrative tasks, and will eventually do much more. Also like StageNow, ZDNA leverages the power of Zebra's Mobility Extensions (MX), is controlled through a simple, intuitive UI, and can stand alone or work with a company's existing Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) system.
The ZDNA dashboard provides a high-level system overview, including device and battery status, license allocation
and available Android updates, refreshing every 24 hours. Click image to enlarge; ESC to exit.
New in ZDNA 3.4
- Enhanced User management page in ZDNA console:
Click image to enlarge; ESC to exit. - Supports XML and special characters (except `'~\) as input in Device Setting (Advanced) when applying a Profile intended for use with the “XML pass-through" feature of OEMConfig 11.9.1.6 (or later).
- Security enhancements, issues resolved
ADVISORY: Apps installed using ZDNA or a company’s own EMM system must be managed using ZDNA or that EMM system. Attempting to subsequently manage such apps with Google Play could result in violations of the Google Play Terms of Service.
For devices running Android 11, minimum LifeGuard software updates required:
| Device Platform (models) | Required Update |
|---|---|
| 6375 (ET40, ET45) | 11-13-14.00-RG-U00 (or later) |
| 6375 (TC15) | 11-14-13.00-RG-U00 (or later) |
| 6490 (TC53, TC58, TC73) | 11-12-31.00-RG-U00 (or later) |
| SDM660 (all) See device list. | 11-26-05.00-RG-U00 (or later) |
| WS50 | 11-19-19.00-RN-U00 (or later) |
For devices running Android 13, minimum LifeGuard software updates required:
| Device Platform (models) | Required Update |
|---|---|
| SDM660 (all) See device list. | 13-18-19.00-TG-U00 (or later) |
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Version History
Added in ZDNA 3.3
- Adds support for SDM660-platform devices running Android 13*
- See special instructions for upgrading SDM660 devices to Android 13
- ZDNA client updated to address Google Play security vulnerability
- Enhanced device-target information on staging barcodes to better assist staging operators
- Allows LifeGuard Updates to be enabled on devices if not enabled during third-party EMM enrollment:
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* A dedicated enrollment barcode is required for devices running Android 13 and later.
Please be advised that apps installed using ZDNA or a company’s own EMM system must be managed using ZDNA or that EMM system. Aattempting to manage such apps with Google Play could result in violations of the Google Play Terms of Service.
For devices running Android 11, minimum LifeGuard software updates required:
| Device Platform (models) | Required Update |
|---|---|
| 6375 (ET40, ET45) | 11-13-14.00-RG-U00 (or later) |
| 6375 (TC15) | 11-14-13.00-RG-U00 (or later) |
| 6490 (TC53, TC58, TC73) | 11-12-31.00-RG-U00 (or later) |
| SDM660 (all) See device list. | 11-26-05.00-RG-U00 (or later) |
| WS50 | 11-19-19.00-RN-U00 (or later) |
For devices running Android 13, minimum LifeGuard software updates required:
| Device Platform (models) | Required Update |
|---|---|
| SDM660 (all) See device list. | 13-18-19.00-TG-U00 (or later) |
Added in ZDNA 3.2
- A new "Enroll" function allows LifeGuard enrollment for automatic updates if enrollment failed earler:
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- ZDNA administrators can now show/hide columns in most device-listing screens:
Click image to enlarge; ESC to exit. - Zebra Collection now includes:
- Device Central client app
- Updated logos for all Zebra apps
- The "Search Managed Configurations" field now works with backspace and delete keys
Management of a mixed-owner device population requires the following LifeGuard updates:
| Device Platform | Required Update |
|---|---|
| 6375 (ET40, ET45) | GO_FULL_UPDATE_11-23-29.00-RG-U00-STD-GSE-04.zip (or later) |
| 6375 (TC15) | GR_FULL_UPDATE_11-23-23.00-RG-U00-STD-GRT-04.zip (or later) |
| 6490 (TC53, TC58) | AT_FULL_UPDATE_11-21-27.00-RG-U03-STD-ATH-04.zip (or later) |
| SDM660 (see device list) | HE_FULL_UPDATE_11-35-05.00-RG-U00-STD-HEL-04.zip (or later) |
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Added in ZDNA 3.1
- Zebra Collection now includes latest versions of:
- Enterprise Browser (3.4)
- Enterprise Home Screen (6.0)†
- Enterprise Keyboard (4.2)
- Automatically replaces package names of older Zebra apps with the new version, when applicable for Zebra app installation*
- Now supports device populations with mixed device ownership (in organizations where the DNA Cloud client is NOT the only DO). Learn more.
- Adds search functionality for
- OEMConfig > Device Settings > Advanced > Managed Configurations
- Zebra apps with Managed Configuration > Configure App
* Previously, it was necessary to manually uninstall older versions of Zebra apps if the newer version came with a new package name. DNA Cloud now performs such operations automatically.
† This version does NOT support devices running Android 13.
Management of a mixed-owner device population requires the following LifeGuard updates:
| Device Platform | Required Update |
|---|---|
| 6375 (ET40, ET45) | GO_FULL_UPDATE_11-23-29.00-RG-U00-STD-GSE-04.zip (or later) |
| 6375 (TC15) | GR_FULL_UPDATE_11-23-23.00-RG-U00-STD-GRT-04.zip (or later) |
| 6490 (TC53, TC58) | AT_FULL_UPDATE_11-21-27.00-RG-U03-STD-ATH-04.zip (or later) |
| SDM660 (see device list) | HE_FULL_UPDATE_11-35-05.00-RG-U00-STD-HEL-04.zip (or later) |
Added in ZDNA 3.0
- New Zero Touch Wizard configures new and newly reset devices for LAN/WAN internet access with minimal user interaction:
- Now generates 1D barcodes for device enrollment in DNA Cloud and/or third-party EMMs
- Device Diagnostics Tool (DDT) v2.8 has been added to the Zebra Collection
- Wi-Fi adds the following configurable parameters:
- RF Band Selection †
- MAC Address Randomization
- Enterprise in Wi-Fi Security Mode
- Encryption Passphrase
- Devices removed from a Profile can now be associated with a new or different Profile
† Supported on devices with MX 11.4 (and later) only with the May 2023 LifeGuard update. Devices with MX 11.3 and earlier support selection of 2.4GHz and 5.0GHz bands only. Devices with MX version 11.6 (and later) support only 6.0GHz band or combinations such as "2.4GHz and 5.0GHz" bands.
DNA Cloud 3.0 requires the following platform-specific LifeGuard updates:
| Device Model | Required Update |
|---|---|
| ET40, ET45 | 11-13-14.00-RG-U00 (or later) |
| TC15 | 11-14-13.00-RG-U00 (or later) |
| TC53, TC58 | 11-12-31.00-RG-U00 (or later) |
| WS50 | 11-19-19.00-RN-U00 (or later) |
| All SDM660-platform devices running Android 11 | 11-26-05.00-RG-U00 (or later) |
Added in ZDNA 2.9
- EHS 5.0 and ZWC 1.7 have been added to the Zebra Collection.
- Accepts JSON characters in managed configuration text fields for Zebra and third-party apps.
- Additional UI enhancements include:
- Added “Security Patch Date” and “MX Version” sections in Device Details > Device Info:
Click image to enlarge; ESC to exit. - “Android Version” replaced with “Security Patch Date” on Android Updates Dashboard card:
Click image to enlarge; ESC to exit. - "OS Build ID" column added; "Release Notes" and "Update Status" columns have been merged
- "Security Patch Date" column added and Action icons replace hyperlinked text:
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- Added “Security Patch Date” and “MX Version” sections in Device Details > Device Info:
DNA Cloud 2.9 requires the following platform-specific LifeGuard updates:
| Device Model | Required Update |
|---|---|
| ET40, ET45 | 11-13-14.00-RG-U00 (or later) |
| TC15 | 11-14-13.00-RG-U00 (or later) |
| TC53, TC58 | 11-12-31.00-RG-U00 (or later) |
| WS50 | 11-19-19.00-RN-U00 (or later) |
| All SDM660-platform devices running Android 11 | 11-26-05.00-RG-U00 (or later) |
Added in ZDNA 2.7
Now configures APN and Roaming state as part of New Device Setup.
Supports Unicode characters in admin username fields for language localization.
Remote Support now allows administrators to view and control primary and secondary screens on devices* using Zebra Workstation Connect.
UI enhancements: My Services is now a separate option in the User Profile drop-down menu.
When adding devices to a Group, a new license check feature verifies that target devices are licensed before applying a non-Zebra app- and/or device-settings Profile(s) associated with that Group.
DNA Cloud 2.7 requires the following LifeGuard updates for the devices shown below.
| Device Model | Required Update |
|---|---|
| ET40, ET45 | 11-13-14.00-RG-U00 (or later) |
| TC15 | 11-14-13.00-RG-U00 (or later) |
| TC53, TC58 | 11-12-31.00-RG-U00 (or later) |
| WS50 | 11-19-19.00-RN-U00 (or later) |
| All SDM660-platform devices running Android 11 | 11-26-05.00-RG-U00 (or later) |
* Dual-screen viewing/control NOT supported on ET40/ET45 devices.
Please note that network setup instructions have recently changed to simplify initial configuration (no changes are required for existing setups).
Added in ZDNA 2.6
- Introduced pre-built wizards for creating third-party EMM device enrollment barcodes
Supported EMMs:- 42Gears SureMDM
- Microsoft Intune
- MobileIron Go
- SOTI MobiControl
- VMWare Intelligent Hub (formerly Airwatch)
- Also accepts custom EMM settings to create enrollment barcodes for any EMM system
- EMM enrollment profiles can be saved and applied later or edited as needed
- A new “Setup Category” column differentiates between ZDNA and third-party EMM profiles, with filtering
Network setup instructions have changed to simplify initial configuration. No action is required for existing setups.
Added in ZDNA 2.5
DNA Cloud Dashboard high-level system overview now displays:
- Device Battery Health (status updated every 24 hours)
- New Android updates (status updated every 24 hours)
- Add-a-Device function
- Banner summarizing what’s new in the current release plus links to full details:
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- Delete Device functionality adds an option to reset device(s) to factory-fresh state*
* Factory Reset option requires DNA Cloud 2.5 (or later) on the device for proper operation.
- Delete Device functionality adds an option to reset device(s) to factory-fresh state*
Added in ZDNA 2.4
- My Apps section:
- Zebra App Collection now supports multiple app versions
(for apps that are available in multiple versions; initially includes Enterprise Home Screen only) - Administrators can now upload files through the ZDNA console to the connected Google Drive
- My Collection list now indicates which apps are configured using a Google Drive connection other than the one configured by the Tenant Owner
- Zebra App Collection now supports multiple app versions
- Device Settings Wizard:
- Date and Time configuration section now supports “Custom Time Zone” and “Custom Locale” parameters
- Advanced Device Settings Wizard:
- Immediately prior to applying a device settings Profile, the system now indicates which devices contain ZDNA components older than the current version
- A banner and icons (as seen below) alert administrators when one or more target devices contain out-of-date client software:
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- UI Changes, Enhancements:
- Changed transition animations throughout the ZDNA system
- Enhanced “More...” menus (three vertical dots) on My Devices page are now larger and more visible (as seen below)
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Added in ZDNA 2.3
- The Zebra Collection supports multiple app versions
- Implements "My Services" tab in the "My Profile" section of the Tenant Owner user settings for management of external service connections. See My Services notes for more information.
- Enhanced Google Drive interface for Zebra and third-party apps
- Numerous additional UI enhancements
- New Frequently Asked Questions
Added in ZDNA 2.2
- Multiple app versions now supported for third-party App Collection
- When working with Android Updates, the Customized Update step now displays applicable updates and newer Android-version builds for easier selection
- Enhanced pagination labeling better describes listed items and counts (see image, below)
- Sort device and app lists in ascending or descending order
- Numerous security bug fixes and enhancements
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Added in ZDNA 2.1
- Support for Zebra TC58 devices
- Security enhancements:
- Implements 30-minute timeout for inactive user sessions
- Improved end-point and data-access security rules
- Updated data catalogue helps improve privacy and compliance
- Removes Wi-Fi requirement for initial setup; allows device enrollment over Ethernet, WAN or Wi-Fi
- Enables "Update ZDNA Client" function for licensed and unlicensed devices
- "Discard" function now labeled "Apply Later" on "Target Devices" pages for:
- Device Settings Wizard
- Device Settings Advanced
- New Setup for Zebra Collection, My Collection
Also See
- Setup Guide | Set up an organization and its devices to use ZDNA
- Licensing Guide | Manage, allocate and reclaim licenses for apps and devices
- Usage Guide | A complete guide to ZDNA administrative tasks
- FAQ | Frequently asked questions about ZDNA