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Google Discovery

This guide walks you through the steps to configure and use the Google Discovery feature in XFA.

Step 1: Get Started with Device Discovery​

To begin the device discovery process in your Google environment, navigate to the XFA dashboard. Under Discovery, you will see an option to discover devices in multiple environments. Choose Discover devices in Google as shown below.

Get started with device discovery

Step 2: Choose Your Google Account​

You will be prompted to select the Google account you want to use for device discovery. Choose your account or sign in with another account.

Choose your Google account

Step 3: Sign in to XFA for Google Workspace​

Once you select your Google account, you will be asked to sign in to XFA for Google Workspace. Verify the account and click Continue.

Sign in to XFA for Google Workspace

Step 4: Google Workspace Permissions​

XFA for Google Workspace will request access to your Google account. Review the permissions and click Continue.

Google Workspace permissions

Step 5: Google Workspace Configuration​

After completing the authentication, you will be redirected back to the XFA dashboard to configure your Google Workspace integration.

You will see that the connection status is Connected, which confirms the completion of Step 1. Now you can proceed with the Domain-wide delegation setup as instructed in Step 2. Follow the provided link to the Google Cloud Console and fill in the details.

Google Workspace configuration

Step 6: Add API Clients in Google Cloud Console​

In the Domain-wide delegation page in Google Cloud Console, add a new API client. Enter the Client ID and the Scope provided in the XFA dashboard and click Authorize.

Authorize the client ID

Step 7: Verify API Client​

Once you've successfully added the API client, you will see it listed in the Google Cloud Console.

API client list

Step 8: Configure Google Workspace Discovery​

After adding the API client, you can configure your Google Workspace discovery settings in the XFA dashboard. You can exclude desktop or mobile devices, import only unmanaged devices, or limit the discovery to specific groups.

Google Workspace discovery configuration

By following these steps, you can integrate Google Workspace with XFA to discover devices within your organization. If you need further assistance, please contact our support team. `;