[KB8061] ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server FAQ

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1. What is ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server?
   ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server is an integrated solution specially designed for the Microsoft Windows Server environment. ESET Server Security for Windows delivers effective and robust protection against various types of malware and provides two types of protection: Antivirus and Antispyware.
   
   Antivirus and Antispyware protection is one of the basic functions of ESET Server Security for Windows. These protections guard against malicious system attacks by controlling files, email and internet communications. If a threat is detected, the Antivirus module can eliminate it by blocking, and then cleaning, deleting or moving it to quarantine.
   
   
2. What is new in the latest version of ESET Server Security?
   See the What's new section in our Online Help.
   
   
3. Which versions of Microsoft Windows Server are supported by ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server?
   ESSW supports most editions of Microsoft Windows Server, including 2012 R2, 2016, 2019, and 2022 in standalone and clustered environments. In larger networks, you can use ESET PROTECT On-Prem to manage ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server remotely.
   
   For a full list of supported Windows Server operating systems as well as Storage, Small Business and MultiPoint servers, visit ESET Server Security System Requirements.
   
   
4. How do I download ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server?
   ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server can be downloaded from the ESET download page.
   
   
5. What is the difference between ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server and ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server Core?
   ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server Core is a performance-optimized version of ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server (ESSW). Unlike ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server, ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server Core does not include the graphical user interface.
   
   
6. Can I edit the default automatic exclusions?
   No, automatic exclusions are hard-coded and were created according to Microsoft's recommendations for specific Windows server products.
   
   
7. Is it free to upgrade to the latest version of ESET Server security?
   Yes. If you have an active license for ESET Server security, you can upgrade to the latest version for free. If you are using an earlier version of ESET Server security, contact your local reseller, distributor or ESET office for more information.
   
   North American customers can contact ESET Sales Support directly:
   
   
   • United States: 866-343-3738, option 1 (Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., PT)
     
     
8. How do I purchase a license for ESET Server security?
   Business users can purchase ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server by contacting their local reseller, or in North America, by calling ESET Sales Support directly:
   
   
   • United States: 866-343-3738, option 1 (Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m., PT)
   • Canada: 416-637-1470 (Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., ET)
     
     
9. Can multiple scanning engines be used?
   Yes, multiple scanning engines can be run simultaneously on a server with ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server installed.
   
   
10. How do I enable a firewall for ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server?
    Enable the Firewall in ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server

Changelog for ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server

• See the changelog for the latest versions of ESET Server Security for Microsft Windows Server.