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What's new in ESSW 9.x? | System Requirements | Download, install and activate | Windows Server Core | Changelog and Known Issues

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 protection guards 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's new in ESET Server Security 9.x?
   ESET Server Security is focused on stability and performance. It addresses common issues reported in the past with endpoint products used on servers and includes new features that ensure easier installation on servers.
   
   New features in ESET Server Security version 9.x:
   
   
   • True 64-bit product core
   • OneDrive Scan
   • ESET LiveGuard Advanced
   • ESET Inspect support
   • ESET RMM
   • Machine Learning protection
   • Audit Logs
   • micro Program Component Updates
   
   Improved features in version 9.x:
   
   
   • eShell (ESET Shell): eShell 2.0 is a command line interface that offers advanced users and administrators more comprehensive options to manage ESET products.
   • ESET PROTECT: Better integration with ESET PROTECT including the ability to schedule an On-demand scan. For more information, visit our ESET PROTECT online help.
   • Hyper-V scan: This is a new technology that enables scanning of Virtual Machine (VM) disks on Microsoft Hyper-V Server exlink without the need of any "Agent" on the specific VM.
     
     
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 2008 SP2, 2012, 2016 and 2019 in stand-alone and clustered environments. In larger networks, you can use ESET PROTECT or ESET Security Management Center to remotely manage ESET Server Security.
   
   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?
   ESET Server Security can be downloaded from the ESET download page or from the Download, install, and activate ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server Knowledgebase article.
   
   
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. Which version of ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server should I use?
   You should use the appropriate version for your network to ensure proper functionality.
   
   ESET PROTECT 9.x: Use ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server 9.x
   ESET Security Management Center 7.0 and later: Use ESET File Security for Microsoft Windows Server 7.x
   ESET Remote Administrator 6.x and later: Use ESET File Security for Microsoft Windows Server 6.x or 7.x 
   
   Configure your download for the correct version number and system architecture from the following ESET download page:
   
   Download ESET Server Security for Microsoft Windows Server
   
   
8. Is it free to upgrade to ESET Server security 9.x?
   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)
     
     
   Migrate from ESET Server security for Microsoft Windows Server 6 to version 7
   
   
9. 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)
     
     
10. 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.

Changelog and Known Issues 9.x

• NEW: Auto-update – opt-out automatic updates of product to the latest version
• NEW: Future End User License Agreement amendments and terms variation by notification
• NEW: Brute-force attack protection against password guessing for RDP and SMB services
• IMPROVED: Auto-exclusion of MSSQL in a non-default location
• IMPROVED: ESET OneDrive scanner deleted when permissions are not accepted
• IMPROVED: Improved activation and interactive statuses of ESET LiveGuard (formerly ESET Dynamic Threat Defense)
• FIXED: Archived files restored after launching On-demand scan
• FIXED: Automatic exclusion of files when using a DC role with automatic exclusions enabled
• FIXED: Issues with reporting protection status to ESET PROTECT
• FIXED: Inconsistencies when using the GUI with high-resolution screens
• FIXED: GUI does not start when using Terminal mode
• FIXED: Email notifications missing in ESHELL
• FIXED: Publicly listed vulnerability CVE-2021-37853