ESET Endpoint for Windows 7: Overcoming Installation Issues with Self-Defense Disabled

If you're experiencing issues deploying software to multiple computers using an MSI installer, it's likely due to the presence of the ESET Service running in the background. The challenge lies in stopping this service, even when Self-Defense is disabled. In this article, we'll explore the reasons behind this behavior and provide a solution to overcome the installation hurdles.

The Problem: Stopping the ESET Service

When attempting to stop the ESET Service using the NET STOP command or through the Services console, you may encounter an error message stating that the requested pause, continue, or stop is not valid for this service. This can be frustrating, especially when trying to deploy software to a large number of computers.

Disabling Self-Defense

To overcome this issue, it's essential to disable Self-Defense in the NOD32 client GUI. This feature prevents unauthorized changes to the ESET settings or files. However, disabling Self-Defense does not necessarily allow you to stop the ESET Service immediately.

Uninstalling and Reinstalling NOD32

As a last resort, try uninstalling NOD32 from the Windows 7 PC, rebooting the machine, and then reinstalling the software. This should reset the ESET configuration and allow you to stop the service using the NET STOP command or through the Services console.

In conclusion, stopping the ESET Service can be challenging when Self-Defense is enabled. By disabling Self-Defense in the NOD32 client GUI and uninstalling and reinstalling NOD32 if necessary, you should be able to overcome the installation issues and deploy your software successfully. If you're still encountering problems, consider seeking assistance from ESET's support team or checking their knowledge base for additional solutions.

Additional Tips

* Make sure to upgrade your ESET Endpoint products for Windows to the latest version.

* When upgrading from an older version of Endpoint to v7.3, a computer restart will be required for antivirus protection to work.

* Consider rebooting the machine automatically when sending a software install task from the ESMC console to clients.

By following these tips and troubleshooting steps, you should be able to overcome the installation issues with your MSI installer and deploy your software successfully.

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