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How to check and update mcafee virus scan

All University-owned laptops use McAfee Virus Scan, but some student machines on ResNet do not. If you have opted to use a different virus scan product, then you should consult the documentation that came with the software for keeping it up-to-date. If you are a residential student who would like to switch to our McAfee product, please uninstall the virus scan software you are currently using, and then download and install McAfee from https://braveweb.uncp.edu/mcafee/ .

 

How to check to see if your McAfee Virus Scan is up-to-date

1. Right-click the VShield icon on the lower right of your computer. It looks like a shield with a red V in it. A menu should appear.
   
   
   
   
   
2. Left click on the words "About VirusScan Enterprise" to open the information window.
   
   
   
   
3. The McAfee VirusScan should be titled Virus Scan Enterprise 8.5.
   
   
4. The Scan Engine should be at 5300 or higher.
   
   
5. Your virus definition should have been created no more than a week prior to the current date.

 

If your virus definitions are out of date take the following steps:

1. Right click on the V Shield on the task bar (where the time is).
   
   
2. Select Update Now.
   
   
   
   
3. After it processes close all McAfee windows.
   
   
4. Right click on V Shield and select "About VirusScan Enterprise."
   
   
5. Check to verify you have latest date.

 

To scan your computer for viruses:

1. If updating McAfee, wait until it is finished. If any McAfee windows are open please close them. Right click on V Shield and select "On Demand Scan."
   
   
   
   
2. Select “Start”
   
   
3. A scan of all local drives and your local memory will begin. This can take some time to complete. If a virus is found, your virus scan software will prompt you for further action. Follow the on-screen prompts until the scan is complete.
   
   

 

Updated: Wednesday, October 21, 2009

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