I am upgrading from Windows Vista 64 to Windows 7. I am supposed to disconnect virus program before installation of upgrade. how do I disconnect McAfee Security suite?
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Double-click the taskbar icon to open SecurityCenter
Click Advanced Menu (bottom)
Click Configure (left)
Click Computer & Files (top left)
You can turn off VirusScan at the right and I would pick "Never" as the time to switch back on until all is finished.
Don't forget to re-enable it though!
However it might be better to enable Windows Firewall then follow these procedures: http://service.mcafee.com/FAQDocument.aspx?lc=1033&id=TS100507
The reason I say that is that not all aspects of McAfee Total Protection are Windows 7 compatible - Backup & Restore for instance.
Then reinstall from your account afterwards.
Double-click the taskbar icon to open SecurityCenter
Click Advanced Menu (bottom)
Click Configure (left)
Click Computer & Files (top left)
You can turn off VirusScan at the right and I would pick "Never" as the time to switch back on until all is finished.
Don't forget to re-enable it though!
However it might be better to enable Windows Firewall then follow these procedures: http://service.mcafee.com/FAQDocument.aspx?lc=1033&id=TS100507
The reason I say that is that not all aspects of McAfee Total Protection are Windows 7 compatible - Backup & Restore for instance.
Then reinstall from your account afterwards.
Thank you. I think I'll follow your advice to uninstall and reinstall using the procedures you suggested. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!.....glmdlm
You're welcome and good luck.
Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year to you and yours.
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