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5.6 ESET SysInspector
5.6.1 Introduction to ESET SysInspector
ESET SysInspector is an application that thoroughly inspects your computer and displays gathered data in a
comprehensive way. Information like installed drivers and applications, network connections or important registry
entries can help you to investigate suspicious system behavior be it due to software or hardware incompatibility or
malware infection.
You can access ESET SysInspector two ways: From the integrated version in ESET Security solutions or by downloading
the standalone version (SysInspector.exe) for free from ESET’s website. Both versions are identical in function and have
the same program controls. The only difference is how outputs are managed. The standalone and integrated versions
each allow you to export system snapshots to an .xml file and save them to disk. However, the integrated version also
allows you to store your system snapshots directly in Tools > ESET SysInspector (except ESET Remote Administrator).
For more information see section ESET SysInspector as part of ESET NOD32 Antivirus.
Please allow some time while ESET SysInspector scans your computer. It may take anywhere from 10 seconds up to a
few minutes depending on your hardware configuration, operating system and the number of applications installed on
your computer.
5.6.1.1 Starting ESET SysInspector
To start ESET SysInspector, simply run the SysInspector.exe executable you downloaded from ESET's website. If you
already have one of the ESET Security solutions installed, you can run ESET SysInspector directly from the Start Menu
(click Programs > ESET > ESET NOD32 Antivirus).
Please wait while the application inspects your system, which could take up to several minutes.