I'm having a lot of troubles getting Apple Remote Desktop to work in Sierra.
Downloading the client (version 3.8.5) gives me the error:
Remote Desktop Client Update can't be installed on this disk. This update required Mac OS X 10.10.5 or later.
When I try to generate the installer on Sierra (a Mac Mini), I get the error:
An unexpected error occurred: the required components were not found.
The Application appears to be installed incorrectly.
I have the feeling that Apple Remote Desktop is on it's way out, but is there an alternative to use? Preferably one that doesn't have a monthly cost (per device)
Best Answer
Pascal a.k.a. xvi answered this question about ARD not working on OS X Sierra. My macs with OS X Sierra have the symptom of ARD not working sometimes and other times ARD starts up just fine. Here is the fix that worked for me: https://discussions.apple.com/thread/7733349
Apple Remote Desktop doesn't start after sierra update. We tried with same problems on different client (macbook pro, imac and mac pro)
The workaround I have found is this (requires to be administrator):
Launch Terminal, then type:
and type your password as requested. Then, Remote Desktop.app will launch (or, if launched and hung, its main window will appear).