Symantec EndPoint Protection AntiVirus and Firewall features both anti-virus software and firewall protection. AntiVirus protects your computer from viruses, worms, and Trojan horses in email, instant messages, and other files. The firewall enhances online security by restricting access to hackers and many internet worms. LiveUpdate keeps your computer security up-to-date automatically.

You must remove other anti-virus programs before installing Symantec EndPoint Protection AntiVirus and Firewall.

How can I tell if my computer is running a 32-bit or a 64-bit version of Windows?

Directions on Microsoft's website can help you determine which version you have.

Important Installation Information

1. Download the appropriate version (see above)
2. Disconnect from the Internet
3. Uninstall any other anti-virus software from your computer
4. Vista users should right-click on the downloaded file and select "Run as administrator"
5. Double-click on the downloaded file to install
6. Install as an Unmanaged Client and choose a Typical Install
7. When installation is complete, re-connect to the Internet
8. Double-click the yellow shield in the system tray in the lower right corner of your screen and select LiveUpdate from the left pane

Scheduling LiveUpdates

1. Double-click the yellow shield in your system tray and select Change settings
2. Select Configure Settings for Client Management
3. Select the Scheduled Updates tab
4. Choose the frequency and time for automatic updates

Scheduling Scans

1. Double-click the yellow shield in your system tray and select Scan for threats
2. Click Create a New Scan
3. Select the scan type
4. Select All types to check all file types
5. Select At specified times
6. Choose the frequency of the scan
7. Name your scheduled scan

License Agreement

By downloading the software, you confirm that you have read the license agreement and you agree to and acknowledge the terms of the license agreement. You understand that sharing the software with others is an offense.

This software can not be downloaded and stored in a shared file space.

Symantec EndPoint Protection AntiVirus and Firewall is licensed to all students paying the technology fee, faculty, and staff at the University at Buffalo. Faculty and staff are licensed to install Symantec EndPoint Protection AntiVirus and Firewall software on university and personally owned computers for academic or work-related purposes. Faculty and Staff must be employed by the state, UB Foundation, Research Foundation, Faculty Student Association, the Practice Plans, or have Geographic Full Time Faculty status.

Download Eligibility

This software is available to UB Students, Faculty, and Staff that meet the following requirements:

• UB students who have paid the Comprehensive fee
• All UB Faculty
  • Faculty Student Association employees
  • Geographic Full time Faculty
• UB State employees (UUP, CSEA, MC, PEF)
• SubBoard I (SBO) employees
• Research Foundation employees at UB
• UB Foundation employees

Faculty and Staff campus installations

Contact your Node Support Staff for assistance.