User manual

Installation and uninstallation
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– A target folder can be selected for the program files to be installed.
– You can disable Create a desktop icon and program group in the Start menu.
– Using the configuration wizard, you can define custom settings for your AntiVir
program and initiate a short system scan that is performed automatically after
installation.
Before starting installation
 Close your email program. It is also recommended to end all running applications.
 Make sure that no other virus protection solutions are installed. The automatic
protection functions of various security solutions may interfere with each other.
 Establish an Internet connection: The Internet connection is necessary for
performing the following installation steps:
 Downloading the current program file and scan engine as well as the latest virus
definition files via the installation program (for Internet-based installation)
 Activating the program
 Where appropriate, carrying out a update after completed installation
 Keep the license key for your AntiVir program handy when you want to activate the
program.
Note
Internet-based installation:
For the Internet-based installation of the program, an installation program is provided
that loads the current program file prior to installation by the Avira GmbH web servers.
This process ensures that your AntiVir program is installed with the latest virus
definition file.
Installation with an installation package:
The installation package contains both the installation program and all necessary
program files. No language selection for your AntiVir program is available for
installation with an installation package. We recommend that you carry out an update of
the virus definition file after installation.
Note
For product activation, your AntiVir program uses the HTTP protocol and Port 80 (web
communication), as well as encryption protocol SSL and port 443, to communicate with
the Avira GmbH servers. If you are using a firewall, please ensure that the required
connections and/or incoming or outgoing data are not blocked by the firewall.
Install
The installation program runs in self-explanatory dialog mode. Every window contains a
certain selection of buttons to control the installation process.
The most important buttons are assigned the following functions:
– OK: Confirm action.
– Abort: Abort action.
– Next: Go to next step.
– Back: Go to previous step.
Installing your AntiVir program: