LogMeIn Ignition User Guide

Contents
Getting Started with LogMeIn Ignition............................................................................................3
How to Download and Install LogMeIn Ignition..............................................................................................................3
How to Create a LogMeIn Account using LogMeIn Ignition.............................................................................................3
How to Add Computers to your LogMeIn Account...........................................................................................................4
About LogMeIn Ignition Licensing..................................................................................................................................4
About Security and LogMeIn Ignition.............................................................................................................................4
LogMeIn Account Security Tips......................................................................................................................................4
Finding Computers.........................................................................................................................5
How to Show Computers by Status................................................................................................................................5
How to Sort Computers in Your Account........................................................................................................................5
How to Show Computers by Group................................................................................................................................6
How to Search for Computers in Your Account by Name................................................................................................6
How to Rename a Computer .........................................................................................................................................7
About Profiles (How to View Computers by Profile) .......................................................................................................7
Connecting to Computers...............................................................................................................8
How to Open a Remote Control Session.........................................................................................................................8
How to Open a File Manager Sessions...........................................................................................................................9
How to Connect to the Remote Host's Main LogMeIn Menu............................................................................................9
How to Automatically Connect to a Computer when Ignition Starts...............................................................................10
About Authenticating to LogMeIn Host Computers.........................................................................................................11
How to Change your Authentication Method.................................................................................................................11
About Connecting to LogMeIn Computers on a Public or Shared Computer...................................................................12
Advanced Options.........................................................................................................................13
About Log Files............................................................................................................................................................13
About Proxy Settings....................................................................................................................................................13
Tips and Tricks.............................................................................................................................14
About Keyboard Shortcuts............................................................................................................................................14
About the System Tray Icon..........................................................................................................................................14
LogMeIn Glossary.........................................................................................................................16
Legal Notice..................................................................................................................................17

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Getting Started with LogMeIn Ignition
Anyone with a LogMeIn account and computers running LogMeIn Pro² or Free software can take advantage of
LogMeIn Ignition.
First, download LogMeIn Ignition to your desktop or other device. See How to Download and Install LogMeIn Ignition
on page 3.
Second, create a LogMeIn account. See How to Create a LogMeIn Account using LogMeIn Ignition on page 3.
Third, install LogMeIn Pro² or Free to computers that you want to be able to access using LogMeIn and LogMeIn
Ignition. See How to Add Computers to your LogMeIn Account on page 4.

How to Download and Install LogMeIn Ignition

Follow this procedure to download LogMeIn Ignition.
You can download and install LogMeIn Ignition on as many computers as you would like. A single purchase of
LogMeIn Ignition gives you unlimited installation on your desktop, USB drive, or U3 drive, and access to all of your
LogMeIn connected computers.

1. To download LogMeIn Ignition, go to the LogMeIn Ignition Download page.

2. On the Download page, choose how you will use LogMeIn Ignition:
• If you often use one PC to access multiple remote computers, you will benefit by running LogMeIn Ignition
right on your desktop. Click Download and Install Ignition to your Desktop.
• If you are on the move and want to be able to use LogMeIn Ignitionon any PC directly from a USB storage
device, click Download and Install Ignition to a USB drive.
• If you are using a U3 Smart Drive, click Download and Install Ignition to a U3 Smart Drive.

3. Follow all on-screen instructions.

If you have any problems with the download and installation process, feel free to contact Customer Support.

How to Create a LogMeIn Account using LogMeIn Ignition

You can create a LogMeIn account directly from the LogMeIn Ignition interface.
This assumes you have already downloaded and installed LogMeIn Ignition.

1. Open LogMeIn Ignition.

The Log In screen is displayed.
2. On the Log In screen, click Create an Account.
The Register screen is displayed.
3. On the Register screen, complete all fields and click Create Account.
You will receive a confirmation email at the address you used to create the account.
4. To activate your account, follow the instructions in the confirmation email.

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How to Add Computers to your LogMeIn Account
You must install LogMeIn host software on any computer you want to be able to access remotely.
When you install LogMeIn host software on a computer, you are also adding that computer to your LogMeIn account.

• To install LogMeIn Pro² or LogMeIn Free, go to the computer that you want to be able to access remotely and
log in to your account at www.LogMeIn.com.
a) Click Add Computer on the My Computers page.
b) Follow all on-screen instructions.
• LogMeIn Central subscribers can deploy host software to remote computers. See the LogMeIn Central User
Guide for details.

About LogMeIn Ignition Licensing

LogMeIn Ignition is priced per account.
You can download and install LogMeIn Ignition on as many computers as you would like. A single purchase of
LogMeIn Ignition gives you unlimited installation on your desktop, USB drive, or U3 drive, and access to all of your
LogMeIn connected computers.
Visit the LogMeIn Ignition product page for more information or to make a purchase.

About Security and LogMeIn Ignition

LogMeIn Ignition provides secure access to your LogMeIn computers.
LogMeIn Ignition utilizes all of the advanced security measures that LogMeIn users have come to know and trust.
• All data and applications remain on on the computers you are accessing via LogMeIn Ignition
• Even if your device running LogMeIn Ignition is lost or stolen, LogMeIn Ignition can only be used by entering a
valid LogMeIn account name and password
• If someone finds your lost device and somehow manages to open LogMeIn Ignition and authenticate to the
LogMeIn gateway, all host computers will still be protected by LogMeIn's standard security protocols
• See LogMeIn Security - An In Depth Look for additional information concerning LogMeIn's security architecture

LogMeIn Account Security Tips

Follow these guidelines to achieve maximum security for your LogMeIn account.
These security features are available in the LogMeIn host software. They are explained in greater detail in the
LogMeIn Pro², Free and Central User Guides.
• Activate host security features such as Lock console when connection times out and Always lock console when
remote control disconnects
• Use IP Address Lockout and/or IP Filtering
• Use the Extra Security features on the Extra Security tab of the LogMeIn Account page to add extra account-level
security

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Finding Computers

How to Show Computers by Status

Follow this procedure to show or hide computers in LogMeIn Ignition according to their status.

1. In LogMeIn Ignition, select the View menu.

2. On the View menu, select Show.
3. Under Show, select any of the following options.
• Select Online to show computers that are connected to the Internet and for which LogMeIn Pro² or Free is
both Enabled and Online.
• Select Offline to show computers that are in your account but may be temporarily disconnected from the
Internet or for which LogMeIn Pro² or Free is not Enabled and Online.
• Select Expired to show computers in your account with expired subscriptions for LogMeIn Pro² or Free.
• Select Updating to show computers that are in the process of updating their subscription information.
Any item with a checkmark will be shown in LogMeIn Ignition.

How to Sort Computers in Your Account

Follow this procedure to display computers in LogMeIn Ignition according to computer name, status, or last use.

1. In LogMeIn Ignition, select the View menu.

2. On the View menu, select Sort and one of the following options:
• Select By Name to sort computers in alpha-numeric order by computer name
• Select By Status to list all online computers first
• Select Last Used to list most recently used computers first

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How to Show Computers by Group
Follow this procedure to show computers in your LogMeIn account according to their assigned Group.
This option is only active if you have computers assigned to Groups in your LogMeIn account.

1. In LogMeIn Ignition, select the View menu.

2. On the View menu, select Groups.
3. Under Groups, select Show Groups.
Your LogMeIn computers will be displayed according to their assigned Group.
4. You can also use Expand All and Collapse All to gain control over how your computers are displayed.

How to Search for Computers in Your Account by Name

Follow this procedure to search for computers in your LogMeIn account by name.

1. In LogMeIn Ignition, select the View menu.

2. On the View menu, select Search.
The Computer Search box is displayed at the top of the LogMeIn Ignition interface.
3. Type the name of the computer you want to locate.
Matching computers are automatically displayed in the LogMeIn Ignition interface. You do not need to press
Enter.

To clear the search results and return to the full list of computers in your account, click the grey X in the Computer
Search box.

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How to Rename a Computer
Change the name used for listing a computer in your LogMeIn account.

Important: This changes how your computer is listed in your LogMeIn account. This does not change the
actual Computer Name as set at the operating system level (for example, under System Properties > Computer
Name in Windows).

You change a computer name using the LogMeIn website, not LogMeIn Ignition.

1. Log in to your account.

2. On the My Computers page, click Properties > General Settings for the computer you want to rename.
3. Enter a new computer name in the Computer Description box.
4. Click Change to save the new name.

Changes made to computers in your account via the LogMeIn website will not be reflected in LogMeIn Ignition until
you select View > Refresh.

About Profiles (How to View Computers by Profile)

Profiles are used to gain access to computers in other LogMeIn users’ accounts. A LogMeIn User can have multiple
Profiles.
Profiles will be attached to your LogMeIn ID if a LogMeIn Central subscriber gives you user rights to computers in
his account.
The Profile box is displayed when you have more than one LogMeIn Profile attached to your account (that is, you
have been granted User rights to at least one computer in another LogMeIn account).
Use the Profile drop-down box to switch between the Profiles attached to your account and thereby change the
list of available computers.

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Connecting to Computers

How to Open a Remote Control Session

Follow this procedure to open a remote control session with a computer in your account.

1. In LogMeIn Ignition, click the computer name of the computer you want to control.

2. Click Remote Control.

3. Enter a valid Windows user name and password combination or Computer Access Code for the computer you
are attempting to access.
Optional: Select Save Login Information if want to save the information in the login fields. You will not need to
enter these details the next time you access the machine.
4. Once connected, you will see the appropriate user interface.
See the LogMeIn Pro² or LogMeIn Free User Guide for complete coverage of all functionality.

Note: For easy access to your computers, right-click the name of any computer listed in LogMeIn Ignition
and select the appropriate connection option.

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How to Open a File Manager Sessions
Follow this procedure to go directly to a File Manager session from LogMeIn Ignition.

1. In LogMeIn Ignition, click the name of the computer you want to use.

2.

Click File Manager.

3. Enter a valid Windows user name and password combination or Computer Access Code for the computer you
are attempting to access.
Optional: Select Save Login Information if want to save the information in the login fields. You will not need to
enter these details the next time you access the machine.
4. Once connected, you will see the appropriate user interface.
See the LogMeIn Pro² or LogMeIn Free User Guide for complete coverage of all functionality.

Note: For easy access to your computers, right-click the name of any computer listed in LogMeIn Ignition
and select the appropriate connection option.

How to Connect to the Remote Host's Main LogMeIn Menu

Follow this procedure to go directly to the main LogMeIn menu for the selected host computer.

1. In LogMeIn Ignition, click the name of the computer you want to use.

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 2. Click Main Menu.

3. Enter a valid Windows user name and password combination or Computer Access Code for the computer you
are attempting to access.
Optional: Select Save Login Information if want to save the information in the login fields. You will not need to
enter these details the next time you access the machine.
4. Once connected, you will see the appropriate user interface.
See the LogMeIn Pro² or LogMeIn Free User Guide for complete coverage of all functionality.

Note: For easy access to your computers, right-click the name of any computer listed in LogMeIn Ignition
and select the appropriate connection option.

How to Automatically Connect to a Computer when Ignition Starts

Follow this procedure to set LogMeIn Ignition to automatically create a connection to a specific computer when
you start and successfully log in to LogMeIn Ignition.

1. In LogMeIn Ignition, select the View menu.

2. On the View menu, select Options.
The LogMeIn Ignition Options dialog box is displayed.
3. On the LogMeIn Ignition Options dialog box, select Automatically Connect to a Default Computer When Ignition
Starts.
The Connect to: and Default Action: drop-down boxes will activate.

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 4. Use the Connect to: box to select the computer that LogMeIn Ignition will connect to upon start-up.
If you have multiple Profiles attached to your LogMeIn account, you may need to change your active Profile to
see the computer you want. See About Profiles (How to View Computers by Profile) on page 7 for more
information.
5. Use the Default action: box to select what type of connection you want to make:
• Select Remote Control to go directly to a remote control session
• Select File Manager to go directly to the File Manager
• Select Main Menu to go directly to the LogMeIn Host Main Menu

6. Click OK to save your settings.

The next time you start and successfully log in to LogMeIn Ignition, the selected connection will automatically
be made to the chosen Host computer.

You will still be required to authenticate to the Host computer.

About Authenticating to LogMeIn Host Computers

Whenever you connect to a host computer running LogMeIn, you must authenticate yourself to the host computer.

Computers Requiring Authentication

You are required to enter a Windows or Mac user name and password in order to access a host computer that is
configured to require authentication. Most computers on a corporate network require you to perform authentication
(for example, upon start-up you must press Ctrl-Alt-Delete and then enter your user name and password).

Computers Not Requiring Authentication

You are required to enter a Computer Access Code in order to access a host computer that is not configured to
require authentication. For example, your home computer may not be configured to require authentication (when
you start your computer, you go straight to Windows without entering a user name and password).

Important: Do not lose your Computer Access Code. It cannot be retrieved!

How to Change your Authentication Method

Follow this procedure to use LogMeIn Ignition to change the way you authenticate to a Host computer.

1. In LogMeIn Ignition, right-click the computer name of the computer for which you want to change the
authentication method.

2. Select Properties.
The Properties of [Host Computer Name] dialog box is displayed.
3. Choose one of the following options:

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 • Select Use Windows Authentication if you want to be required to press CTRL-ALT-DEL and enter a Windows
user name and password when you access the selected computer. Enter your preferred user name, password,
and domain in the appropriate boxes.
• Select Use LogMeIn Computer Access Code authentication if you want to be required to enter a Computer
Access code when you access the selected computer. Enter your preferred Computer Access Code in the
Code box.

4. Click OK to save your settings.

About Connecting to LogMeIn Computers on a Public or Shared Computer

LogMeIn Ignition is the best way to connect to a LogMeIn computer from a public or shared computer, such as in
a hotel, library, or Internet café.
When you connect to a LogMeIn computer from the My Computers page, the LogMeIn browser plugin must be
installed on the Client computer. Many public or shared computers deny users the right to run or install certain
software, including the LogMeIn plugin required for running a remote session.
To avoid problems associated with limited user rights, you can use LogMeIn Ignition from a USB drive or related
device to connect to your LogMeIn computers. LogMeIn Ignition contains the client software you need to run a
remote session. You will not need to download or install anything to the public or shared computer.

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Advanced Options

About Log Files

The log file contains detailed information about the running of LogMeIn Ignition and can help you or a support
professional track any problems or issues.
If you are experiencing issues with LogMeIn Ignition and have been in contact with our support staff, you may be
asked to provide a log file.
To create log files, select View > Options and select the Enable logging checkbox.

About Proxy Settings

You can specify the proxy server LogMeIn will use when it accesses the Internet. You may also retrieve your personal
proxy settings (if set).
To access Proxy settings, go to View > Options and select the Proxy tab.
When you select Use proxy server to connect to the Internet, the following options become available:

Proxy server address & port Enter the desired server address and port.
Get proxy settings Click to retrieve your proxy settings.
Proxy user name Complete this field if the proxy server requires authentication.
Proxy password Complete this field if the proxy server requires authentication.

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Tips and Tricks

About Keyboard Shortcuts

You can use the following keyboard shortcuts with LogMeIn Ignition.
These shortcuts are valid for the LogMeIn Ignition interface. They do not apply to the LogMeIn Pro, Free, or IT Reach
interface that you will see once you make a connection to a Host computer.

Alt > F > L Log out of LogMeIn Ignition.

Alt > F > C Close LogMeIn Ignition, but leave it running in the system tray
Alt > F > X Exit LogMeIn Ignition. It will not run in the system tray.
Alt > V > H Open the View > Show menu
Alt > V > S Open the View > Sort menu
Alt > V > G Open the View > Groups menu
Alt > V > R Open the View > Refresh menu
Alt > V > O Open the View > Options menu
Alt > H > O Opens the online Help file
Alt > H > U Checks for updates to LogMeIn Ignition
Alt > H > A Opens the About Ignition window, which displays your current LogMeIn
Ignition version number
Ctrl+R Start a Remote Control session with the selected computer
Ctrl+F Start a File Manager session with the selected computer

About the System Tray Icon

When LogMeIn Ignition is running, the LogMeIn Ignition icon will be displayed in your computer's system tray.
• Hover your mouse over the system tray icon to show an overview of the number of computers in your account
and their status

• Right click on the system tray icon to display the following menu

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LogMeIn Glossary

Client
The client is the device used to access a host computer. Sometimes also called the Local computer or Local device, the
client can be any computer connected to the Internet. For example, if you are in an Internet cafe and are remotely
connected to your office computer, the device in front of you (or in your hand) is the client.

Computer Access Code

The Computer Access Code is a special password that a LogMeIn user enters to gain access to a host that does not otherwise
require authorization. Most commonly, a user is prompted to create a Computer Access Code when installing LogMeIn
software to a computer that does not require Windows authorization. The Computer Access code helps ensure that only
authorized users gain access to computers in a LogMeIn account.

Host
The host is the accessible device or computer. Sometimes also called the Remote or Target computer, this is the specific
device you want to access remotely. LogMeIn software must be installed on the host. For example, if you are in an Internet
cafe and are remotely connected to your office computer, your office computer is the host.

LogMeIn ID
You use your LogMeIn ID to log in to www.LogMeIn.com or LogMeIn Ignition. It is defined by username (email address)
and password.

LogMeIn User
Anyone who has a LogMeIn ID is considered a LogMeIn User. A LogMeIn User can access computers in one or more
accounts via Profiles.

Profile
A Profile is the link between a LogMeIn User and a LogMeIn account. You use a Profile whenever you access
LogMeIn-enabled computers in a LogMeIn account.

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Legal Notice
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Index

Index
A L
Account Licensing 4
Create a LogMeIn 3 Log files 13
authentication 11 LogMeIn account
Authentication add computers to 4
Choosing a method 11
Automatically connect to a specific computer 10
M
B Memory Stick 3

Buying LogMeIn Ignition 4

O
C one-click access 10

change
computer name 7
P
computer access code 11 password
computer name Windows or Mac 11
change 7 Pen Drive 3
Computer name Profile
Search by 6 Show computers by 7
Profiles
D About 7
Proxy settings 13
Download 3 Public computer
Connect to a 12
F
R
File Manager 9
Start a session 9 Remote Control
Start a session 8
G
S
Getting Started 3
glossary 16 Search for computers
Group by Name 6
Show computers by 6 security 4
Show computers by 6 LogMeIn account security tips 4
host authentication 11
Shared computer
I Connect to a 12
install Show computers
LogMeIn remote access software 4 by Group 6
Install 3 Show Computers
by Status 5
Sort computers
K by last used 5
by name 5
Keyboard shortcuts 14 by status 5
System Tray Icon 14

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T USB Drive 3
Using to connect from a Public computer 12
Troubleshooting
Using Log Files for 13
W
U Windows
password 11
U3 Smart Drive 3

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