Sophos Anti-Virus: Installation for Macintosh

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These instructions guide you through the process of downloading and installing Sophos Anti-Virus for Macintosh on your personally-owned computer (college-owned computers already have Sophos installed). Sophos installation is optional on the macintosh to connect to the Bates network. You need an Internet connection to obtain a copy of the installation program. Be aware you must also first uninstall existing anti-virus programs. (If you do not have an internet connection, contact Help Desk Services at helpdesk@bates.edu or (207)786-8222).

Uninstall existing anti-virus programs.

If you have a different anti-virus program or if you're unsure if you have a previously installed anti-virus program, contact Help Desk Services at helpdesk@bates.edu or (207)786-8222).

Run the Sophos installer.

  • Click this link, and login with Bates username and password,
  • After log in at the download page, a ".dmg" file starts downloading immediately.
  • After the download is done, find the .dmg file,
  • Double-click it to mount it as a drive,
  • then double-click the installer it contains.
  • Click Continue at the Install Sophos Anti-Virus window.
  • Click Continue when prompted at the Read Me window
  • Accept the default installation volume at the Select Destination Prompt and click Continue
  • Click Install when prompted

  • Enter your OS X administrator's password to authenticate the installation and click OK.

Update SOPHOS (should update by itself)

  • Click the Sophos shield icon on your menu bar, pull down to and click Update Now.

  • The Sophos AutoUpdate Status window will confirm when the update has been completed.

Run Sophos

  • Click the Sophos shield icon on your menu bar, pull down to and click Open Sophos Anti-Virus. .

  • Click the green arrow to run an immediate scan to check your computer for viruses.

Lastly drag the ESOSX folder from your Desktop to the Trash can.

Visit http://abacus.bates.edu/ils/virus for additional information about viruses, including hoaxes, warnings and best practices.