Panda Internet Security 2013 Quick Start Guide Important! On the CD envelope, you will find the activation code with which you can activate the product. Please keep it in a safe place. If you bought the product online, you will have received an email message with all the information you need to activate it.
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Uninstalling other programs Important! If you have an antivirus installed on your computer, please completely uninstall it before starting to install Panda Internet Security 2013. To do so, follow these steps: 1. Click the Windows Start button and select Control Panel. 2. Double-click Add or Remove programs (Programs and features if you have Windows 7 or Windows Vista). 3. Select the program that you want to uninstall and click Remove (Uninstall if you have Windows 7 or Windows Vista). 4.
UNINSTALLING OTHER PROGRAMS
Installation Follow the steps below to install the product correctly. IMPORTANT NOTE: If you bought the product through Panda Security’s online store or another authorized website, run the downloaded file. The installation wizard will guide you through the installation process. Starting installation Insert the CD or USB flash drive into your computer’s CD/DVD drive or USB port. 1. 1.
3. Click Next. Panda Internet Security 2013 will copy the files needed to install the different types of protection against malicious software. 4. When the files have been copied to your computer, you are prompted to restart the computer. We advise you to restart your computer as soon as possible to start enjoying the security offered by Panda Internet Security 2013. Once you have followed these steps, your PC will be completely protected against viruses and other threats.
Panda Internet Security 2013 will copy the files needed to install the different types of protection against malicious software. 6. When the files have been copied to your computer, you will see an agreement for collaborating with Panda Security. If you want, you can allow anonymous sending of information about threats that Panda Internet Security 2013 detected on your computer, to help us keep our information up-to-date about the impact of viruses around the world.
INSTALLATION
Product activation Once the computer has restarted, activate the product in order to benefit from the following services: • Activation of the product’s different modules. • Daily automatic updates, for the duration of your product license. • Communication with our Collective Intelligence platform (Panda’s cloud). The installation wizard will display the following screen: If you select Activate the trial version, simply click Next and your trial version will activate automatically.
If you can't remember your client details, go to the Password Reminder section of the Panda Security website: http://www.pandasecurity.com/homeusers/ support/details/password/. Additionally, you can activate the product from the Panda Internet Security 2013 main screen. To do this, follow these steps: 1. Open Panda Internet Security 2013 by double-clicking the program’s shortcut on your Desktop. 2.
Updates and scans The automatic updates of Panda Internet Security 2013 are carried out every day. These updates allow the program to recognize all known viruses and threats and keep your computer protected against them. Even though Panda Internet Security 2013 updates automatically while your computer is connected to the Internet, you can also update it whenever you want, by following these steps: 1. Right-click on the Panda Internet Security 2013 icon in the Taskbar (next to the Windows clock). 2.
NOTE: Bear in mind that a full scan of your computer may take several hours. This will depend on the speed of your computer and the amount of data stored on it. We advise you to run this scan when you are not using your computer. Once you have carried out this scan, your computer will be protected and free from all malicious software as well as intrusions and other threats.
Overview Panda Internet Security 2013 is a complete security tool offering integrated protection for your computer with a range of complementary functions. If you click the Panda Internet Security 2013 icon in the taskbar (next to the Windows clock), you will see the main program screen.Here you can see the status of each of the different protection modules. Below, you'll find a brief description of each of these modules.
Backup copies Backup copies let you safeguard your files (documents, photos, video, music, etc.) in the event of accidental loss. You can back up files easily on an external drive, DVD or even online. This way, you can retrieve files when necessary. Safe browsing This feature of Panda Internet Security 2013 lets you browse the Internet in a virtual environment, completely independent of your system, to guarantee the security of your computer while you use the Internet.
FAQs What is the activation code? When you buy Panda Internet Security 2013, you receive a code which lets you activate the product so that you can keep it up-to-date and protect your computer against the threats that appear every day. Where can I find the activation code? This will depend on whether you have a CD or have bought the product directly from the Internet: • If you have a CD, you will find the code on the CD envelope.
IMPORTANT: Remember that although you must activate the product on each of the computers on which it is installed, optional registration is only carried out once. How can I activate a trial version? If you have downloaded a free trial version, you may only use it for a limited period. For Panda Internet Security 2013 to operate during this period, you will have to activate it by following these steps: 1. Click the icon and select Activate the product on the Panda Internet Security 2013 main screen. 2.
Once you are in the client downloads area, follow these instructions: Click Download. Enter the user name and password provided and click Enter. In the Downloads available for... section, click the Software folder. When you open this folder, you will see the files corresponding to your product. Click on the master (complete program) for your computer’s operating system. 5. Save the file to your hard disk.
Technical support service Visit the Technical Support Center where you will find up-to-the-minute information about the product: http://www.pandasecurity.com/homeusers/support/ If you have not found the answer to your question on the website, fill out our online form and one of our technicians will reply as soon as possible: http://www.pandasecurity.com/homeusers/support/contact?lng=1 In addition, it is highly advisable to visit out Technical Support Forum, (http://support.pandasecurity.
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