What is required to enroll a device using account-driven Device Enrollment?

To enroll a device using account-driven Device Enrollment, a Managed Apple Account is required. This type of account allows organizations to manage their devices effectively by linking them to a specific identity that has administrative capabilities. Managed Apple IDs provide access to Apple services that are essential for device management, such as Apple School Manager or Apple Business Manager, thereby facilitating a smoother enrollment process.

When using account-driven Device Enrollment, the association of the device with a Managed Apple Account ensures that the device can be automatically enrolled in the organization’s mobile device management (MDM) solution. This process streamlines the setup and configuration of the device according to the organization's needs, allowing for appropriate settings, apps, and restrictions to be applied right from the start.

In contrast, other options do not fulfill the requirement for account-driven enrollment: a Temporary Apple ID might not provide the necessary ongoing access or storage for managed resources; a device serial number alone does not link to enrollment without an associated account; and a user permission statement does not provide the technical connection required for device management.