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Symantec Endpoint Protection for MAC OS 10.6

Please do the following prior to starting the installation process:

  • Be connected to internal network (not the wireless Olin Guest Network)
  • If possible wire into the network with an Ethernet cable.
  • Save all your work and close any open applications.

From the main Mac Desktop

  • Click Go
  • Connect to Server
  • In the server address field type smb://olinit01.olin.edu
  • Connect as Registered User:  
    • YourUsername  (no olin.edu or MILKYWAY)
    • YourPassword
  • Click ok for the SEP11 folder
  • Open SEP_MAC folder

Copy the Symantec Endpoint Protection.mpkg file to your desktop or other convenient location via dragging and dropping.

  • Run the package that is now local on your Mac by double clicking the icon.
  • Click Continue 4 times and then Agree
  • Make sure your installation is set to Unmanaged (this should be the default).
  • Click Continue
  • Click Install
  • Enter in your local Mac username and password (not your network credentials)
  • Click Continue Installation
  • Click Log Out

Installation is now complete.