McAfee AVDCDE-AA-AA User Guide - Page 35

Installing VirusScan 2 Software 2 Before you begin McAfee distributes VirusScan software in two ways: 1) as an archived file that you can download from the McAfee website; and 2) on CD-ROM. Although the method you use to transfer VirusScan files from an archive you download or differs from the method you use to transfer files from a CD-ROM you place in your CD-ROM drive, the installation steps you follow after that are the same for both distribution types. Review the system requirements shown below to verify that VirusScan software will run on your system, then move to "Preparing to install VirusScan software" on page 36. System requirements VirusScan software will install and run on any IBM PC or PC-compatible computer equipped with: • A processor equivalent to at least an Intel Pentium-class or compatible processor. McAfee recommends an Intel Pentium processor or Celeron processor running at a minimum of 166 MHz. • A CD-ROM drive. If you downloaded your copy of VirusScan software, this is an optional item. • At least 40MB of free hard disk space for a full installation. McAfee recommends 75MB. • At least 16MB of free random-access memory (RAM). McAfee recommends at least 20MB. • Microsoft Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT Workstation v4.0 with Service Pack 4 or later, or Windows 2000 Professional. McAfee recommends that you also have Microsoft Internet Explorer v4.0.1 or later installed, particularly if your system runs any Windows 95 version. Other recommendations To take full advantage of VirusScan software's automatic update features, you should have an Internet connection, either through your local-area network, or via a high-speed modem and an Internet service provider. User's Guide 35