Configuring Mcafee Virusscan

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Configuring Mcafee Virusscan

1. Configuring McAfee VirusScan

After installing McAfee VirusScan according to the manufacturer’s instructions, configure the application as follows. 1. In the VirusScan console, double click on “Full Scan.”

2. Click on “Schedule.” 3. Check “Enable” and “Stop the task if it runs for:” Set the maximum time a scan can run before it is stopped.

4. Go to the “Schedule” tab. Define the scan frequency and start time. Please note: define a start time when the system will not be in use. 5. Uncheck the “Enable randomization” & “Run if missed.” 6. In the VirusScan Console, double click on “AutoUpdate.”

7. Check “Get newer detection definition files if available” and “Get newer detection engine and dats if available” in the properties window.

8. Uncheck “Get other available updates (service packs, upgrades, etc.).”

NOTE: Only superDimension approved updates of antivirus applications can be installed. Automatic updating of antivirus applications must be disabled and updates installed. 9. In the VirusScan Console, double click on “On-Access Scanner.” 10. Go to the “Messages” tab and check “Messages for local users.”

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