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Can I use work or school devices with Luna Display?

Learn the potential limitations of using work or school-issued devices with Luna Display

Updated this week

📋 Important note: If you're using a company-provided computer, check with your IT department before setting up Luna Display. Corporate security measures may block connections or require special configuration.

Common Corporate Restrictions

🔒 VPN Interference

VPNs are not officially supported with Luna Display and can cause connection issues.

Why VPNs cause problems:

  • Reroute network traffic through external servers

  • Hide actual IP addresses from local network

  • Create additional latency and connection barriers

Solutions:

  • Disable VPN while using Luna Display (if company policy allows)

  • Try a wired connection (may still be blocked by VPN settings)

  • Consult IT about VPN exceptions for Luna Display

🛡️ Firewall Restrictions

Luna Display should automatically be allowed through standard firewalls, but corporate security may block it.

Ask IT to whitelist:

  • Luna Display application

  • Apple Bonjour service

  • Astropad applications and services

🚧 Client Isolation & Device Siloing

Corporate networks often isolate devices to prevent inter-device communication.

Common isolation settings:

  • AP (Access Point) isolation enabled

  • Device-to-device communication blocked

  • Network segmentation policies

⚙️ Solution: Request IT to create exceptions for your devices or provide a dedicated network segment.

📹 Screen Recording Policies

Some companies restrict screen recording capabilities, which Luna Display requires for display sharing.

Important clarification:

  • Luna Display does not store or record your screen content

  • It only transmits display data in real-time to your iPad or Mac

  • No data is saved, uploaded, or permanently recorded


Public Network Challenges

🏨 Hotel, Coffee Shop, University Networks

Public networks typically have strict security settings that block device communication.

Alternative connection methods:


Additional Enterprise Considerations

⚠️ Security note: Luna Display operates locally on your network and doesn't transmit data to external servers during normal operation, which may help address IT security concerns.

💼 Mobile Device Management (MDM)

If your devices are company-managed:

  • Check if Luna Display app installation is permitted

  • Verify network access policies don't block the app

  • Confirm screen sharing permissions are available

🔐 Certificate-Based Authentication

Some corporate networks require device certificates:

  • Ensure your devices have proper certificates installed

  • Verify certificate validity and expiration dates

  • Check if Luna Display needs certificate exceptions

📊 Bandwidth Management

Corporate networks may have traffic shaping policies:

  • Luna Display requires consistent bandwidth for smooth operation

  • Quality of Service (QoS) rules may deprioritize media streaming

  • Consider requesting priority for Luna Display traffic

🔄 Regular Security Updates

Corporate security policies change frequently:

  • Previously working configurations may stop functioning after updates

  • Network access rules may be modified without notice

  • Maintain communication with IT for ongoing support

💡 Tip: If possible, work with your IT department to create a documented configuration that complies with company policies while enabling Luna Display functionality.


Need more help?

Feel free to reach out to our support team with any additional security questions you or your IT department may have!

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