Change user id to linux rules for NFS while in your home dir: sudo -s # <- very important you do that as root and STAY root while you perform the next 2 commands dscl . -change /Users/example UniqueID 501 1000 chown -R 1000 /Users/example Remember to run the chown command afterwards, or you will not be able to access your home directory. Finally, log out and log in. ===============