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How to use Software Center (Windows) and Self-Service (Mac)

Modified on: Thu, Oct 31 2024 9:33 AM

For devices managed by PME IT, applications such as PME Printers, Zoom, Chrome, Microsoft Office, Box Drive, etc. are available for installation from Software Center (Windows) and Self-Service (Mac) without needing admin credentials.


Windows

  • Open Software Center.
    • Select the Windows button on the taskbar to open the Start menu > Type “Software Center” into the search bar.
    • OR, type “Software Center” into the search bar on the taskbar.

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  • Software Center will look like this on Windows:

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  • Select the desired application then select Install. 
    • Status of download will appear in the Installation Status tab

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Mac

  • Open Self Service
    • Select Finder > Applications > Self Service.

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    • OR, type “Self Service” into the menu bar.

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  • Self Service will look like this on Mac:

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  • Find desired application(s) in the Browse tab.
                 
  • Select the desired application(s) then select Install.
    • Status of download will appear below the icon.

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  • The History tab shows previous downloads on the device.

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