Bitdefender Total Security 2016
INSTALLATION
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1. PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION
Before you install Bitdefender Total Security 2016, complete these preparations to ensure the installation will go smoothly:
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Make sure that the computer where you plan to install Bitdefender meets the minimum system requirements. If the computer does not meet all the minimum system requirements, Bitdefender will not be installed or, if installed, it will not work properly and it will cause system slowdowns and instability. For a complete list of system requirements, please refer to
“System requirements” (p. 3)
.
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Log on to the computer using an Administrator account.
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Remove any other similar software from the computer. Running two security programs simultaneously may affect their operation and cause major problems with the system. Windows Defender will be disabled during the installation.
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Disable or remove any firewall program that may be running on the computer. Running two firewall programs simultaneously may affect their operation and cause major problems with the system. Windows Firewall will be disabled during the installation.
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It is recommended that your computer be connected to the Internet during the installation, even when installing from a CD/DVD. If newer versions of the application files included in the installation package are available,
Bitdefender can download and install them.
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2. SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
You may install Bitdefender Total Security 2016 only on computers running the following operating systems:
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Windows 7 with Service Pack 1
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Windows 8
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Windows 8.1
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Windows 10
Before installation, make sure that your computer meets the minimum system requirements.
Note
To find out the Windows operating system your computer is running and hardware information, follow these steps:
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In Windows 7, right-click My Computer on the desktop and then select
Properties from the menu.
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In Windows 8 and Windows 8.1, from the Windows Start screen, locate
Computer (for example, you can start typing "Computer" directly in the Start screen) and then right-click its icon. Select Properties in the bottom menu.
Look in the System area to find information about your system type.
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In Windows 10, type "System" in the search box from the taskbar and click its icon. Look in the System area to find information about your system type.
2.1. Minimum system requirements
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1 GB available free hard disk space (at least 800 MB on the system drive)
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1.6 GHz processor
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1 GB of memory (RAM)
2.2. Recommended system requirements
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2 GB available free hard disk space (at least 800 MB on the system drive)
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Intel CORE Duo (2 GHz) or equivalent processor
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2 GB of memory (RAM)
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2.3. Software requirements
To be able to use Bitdefender and all its features, your computer needs to meet the following software requirements:
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Internet Explorer 10 or higher
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Mozilla Firefox 14 or higher
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Google Chrome 20 or higher
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Skype 6.3 or higher
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Yahoo! Messenger 9 or higher
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Microsoft Outlook 2007 / 2010 / 2013
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Microsoft Outlook Express and Windows Mail (on 32-bit systems)
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Mozilla Thunderbird 14 or higher
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3. INSTALLING YOUR BITDEFENDER PRODUCT
You can install Bitdefender from the installation disc, or using the web installer downloaded on your computer from the Bitdefender Central account .
If your purchase covers more than one computer (for example, you purchased
Bitdefender Total Security 2016 for 3 PCs), repeat the installation process and activate your product with the same account on every computer. The account you need to use is the one which contains your Bitdefender active subscription.
3.1. Install from Bitdefender Central
From the Bitdefender Central account you can download the installation kit corresponding to the purchased subscription. Once the installation process is complete, Bitdefender Total Security 2016 is activated.
To download Bitdefender Total Security 2016 from your Bitdefender Central account, follow these steps:
1. Access your
Bitdefender Central account
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2. Select the My Devices panel.
3. In the My Devices window, click INSTALL Bitdefender.
4. Choose Windows, then choose one of the two available options:
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I want to install Bitdefender On this device.
Select Bitdefender Total Security 2016 from the Product to be installed list, then click Download to continue.
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I want to install Bitdefender On another device.
Select Bitdefender Total Security 2016 from the Product to be installed list. Type an e-mail address in the corresponding field, then click SEND.
5. Wait for the download to complete, then run the installer.
Validating the installation
Bitdefender will first check your system to validate the installation.
If your system does not meet the minimum requirements for installing
Bitdefender, you will be informed of the areas that need improvement before you can proceed.
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If an incompatible antivirus program or an older version of Bitdefender is detected, you will be prompted to remove it from your system. Please follow the directions to remove the software from your system, thus avoiding problems occurring later on. You may need to reboot your computer to complete the removal of detected antivirus programs.
The Bitdefender Total Security 2016 installation package is constantly updated. Click Yes when prompted in order to allow Bitdefender to download the files, ensuring you are installing the very latest version of the software.
Note
Downloading the installation files can take a long time, especially over slower
Internet connections.
Once the installation is validated, the setup wizard will appear. Follow the steps to install Bitdefender Total Security 2016.
Step 1 - Bitdefender installation
The Bitdefender installation screen lets you choose what type of installation you want to perform.
For a completely hassle-free installation experience, just click the Install button. Bitdefender will be installed in the default location with default settings and you will skip directly to
Step 3
of the wizard.
If you wish to configure the installation settings, click Custom.
Two additional tasks can be performed at this step:
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Please read the End User License Agreement before proceeding with the installation. The License Agreement contains the terms and conditions under which you may use Bitdefender Total Security 2016.
If you do not agree to these terms, close the window. The installation process will be abandoned and you will exit setup.
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Enable sending Anonymous Usage Reports. By enabling this option, reports containing information about how you use the product are sent to the
Bitdefender servers. This information is essential for improving the product and can help us provide a better experience in the future. Please note that these reports contain no confidential data, such as your name or IP address, and that they will not be used for commercial purposes.
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Step 2 - Customize installation settings
Note
This step appears only if you have chosen to customize the installation during the previous step.
The following options are available:
Install path
By default, Bitdefender Total Security 2016 will be installed in C:\Program
Files\Bitdefender\Bitdefender 2016\. If you want to change the installation path, click Change and select the folder in which you would like
Bitdefender to be installed.
Configure proxy settings
Bitdefender Total Security 2016 requires access to the Internet for product registration, downloading security and product updates, in-cloud detection components, etc. If you use a proxy connection instead of a direct Internet connection, you must select this option and configure the proxy settings.
The settings can be imported from the default browser or you can enter them manually.
Click Install to confirm your preferences and begin the installation. If you change your mind, click the corresponding Use default button.
Step 3 - Installation in progress
Wait for the installation to complete. Detailed information about the progress is displayed.
Critical areas on your system are scanned for viruses, the latest versions of the application files are downloaded and installed, and the Bitdefender services are started. This step can take a couple of minutes.
Step 4 - Installation completed
Your Bitdefender product is successfully installed.
A summary of the installation is displayed. If any active malware was detected and removed during the installation, a system reboot may be required. Click OK to continue.
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Step 5 - Get started
In the Get started window you can see the validity of your subscription.
Two additional tasks can be performed at this step:
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Buy a new subscription - this link redirects you to the Bitdefender page from where you can buy a new subscription.
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I have an activation code - this link redirects you to your Bitdefender Central account. Click ACTIVATION CODE in the My Subscription window that appears. Type the activation code you have, then click SUBMIT.
Click Finish to access the Bitdefender Total Security 2016 interface.
3.2. Install from installation disc
To install Bitdefender from the installation disc, insert the disc in the optical drive.
A installation screen should be displayed in a few moments. Follow the instructions to start installation.
Note
The installation screen provides an option to copy the installation package from the installation disc to a USB storage device. This is useful if you need to install Bitdefender on a computer that does not have a disc drive (for example, on a netbook). Insert the storage device into the USB drive and then click Copy to USB. Afterwards, go to the computer without a disc drive, insert the storage device into the USB drive and double-click folder where you have saved the installation package.
runsetup.exe
from the
If the installation screen does not appear, use Windows Explorer to browse to the disc's root directory and double-click the file autorun.exe.
Validating the installation
Bitdefender will first check your system to validate the installation.
If your system does not meet the minimum requirements for installing
Bitdefender, you will be informed of the areas that need improvement before you can proceed.
If an incompatible antivirus program or an older version of Bitdefender is detected, you will be prompted to remove it from your system. Please follow
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Bitdefender Total Security 2016 the directions to remove the software from your system, thus avoiding problems occurring later on. You may need to reboot your computer to complete the removal of detected antivirus programs.
The Bitdefender Total Security 2016 installation package is constantly updated. Click Yes when prompted in order to allow Bitdefender to download the files, ensuring you are installing the very latest version of the software.
Note
Downloading the installation files can take a long time, especially over slower
Internet connections.
Once the installation is validated, the setup wizard will appear. Follow the steps to install Bitdefender Total Security 2016.
Step 1 - Bitdefender Installation
The Bitdefender Installation screen lets you choose what type of installation you want to perform.
For a completely hassle-free installation experience, just click the Install button. Bitdefender will be installed in the default location with default settings and you will skip directly to
Step 3
of the wizard.
If you wish to configure the installation settings, click Custom.
Two additional tasks can be performed at this step:
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Read the End User License Agreement before proceeding with the installation. The License Agreement contains the terms and conditions under which you may use Bitdefender Total Security 2016.
If you do not agree to these terms, close the window. The installation process will be abandoned and you will exit setup.
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Select Send anonymous usage reports. By enabling this option, reports containing information about how you use the product are sent to the
Bitdefender servers. This information is essential for improving the product and can help us provide a better experience in the future. Note that these reports contain no confidential data, such as your name or IP address, and that they will not be used for commercial purposes.
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Step 2 - Customize installation settings
Note
This step appears only if you have chosen to customize the installation during the previous step.
The following options are available:
Install path
By default, Bitdefender Total Security 2016 will be installed in C:\Program
Files\Bitdefender\Bitdefender 2016\. If you want to change the installation path, click Change and select the folder in which you would like
Bitdefender to be installed.
Configure proxy settings
Bitdefender Total Security 2016 requires access to the Internet for product activation, downloading security and product updates, in-cloud detection components, etc. If you use a proxy connection instead of a direct Internet connection, you must select this option and configure the proxy settings.
The settings can be imported from the default browser or you can enter them manually.
Click Install to confirm your preferences and begin the installation. If you change your mind, click the corresponding Use default button.
Step 3 - Installation in progress
Wait for the installation to complete. Detailed information about the progress is displayed.
Critical areas on your system are scanned for viruses, the latest versions of the application files are downloaded and installed, and the Bitdefender services are started. This step can take a couple of minutes.
Step 4 - Installation completed
A summary of the installation is displayed. If any active malware was detected and removed during the installation, a system reboot may be required. Click OK to continue.
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Step 5 - Bitdefender Central
After you complete the initial setup, the Bitdefender Central window appears.
A Bitdefender Central account is required in order to activate the product and use its online features. For more information, please refer to
“Bitdefender
Central” (p. 38)
.
Proceed according to your situation.
I already have a Bitdefender Central account
Type the e-mail address and the password of your Bitdefender Central account, then click SIGN IN.
If you forgot the password for your account or you simply want to reset the one you already set, click the Password reset link. Type your e-mail address, then click the RESET PASSWORD button.
I want to create a Bitdefender Central account
To successfully create a Bitdefender Central account, click the Sign Up link located on the lower part of the window. Type the required information in the corresponding fields, and then click the CREATE
ACCOUNT button.
The data you provide here will remain confidential.
The password must be at least 8 characters long and include a digit.
Note
Once the account is created, you can use the provided e-mail address and password to log in to your account at https://central.bitdefender.com
.
Step 6 - Get started
In the Get started window you can see the validity of your subscription.
Two additional tasks can be performed at this step:
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Buy a new subscription - this link redirects you to the Bitdefender page from where you can buy a new subscription.
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I have an activation code - this link redirects you to your Bitdefender Central account. Click ACTIVATION CODE in the My Subscription window that appears. Type the code you have, then click SUBMIT.
Click Finish to access the Bitdefender Total Security 2016 interface.
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