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file system auotprotect is malfunctioning

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Migration UserJan 14, 2012 08:34 AM

Srikanth_Subra

Srikanth_SubraJan 20, 2012 02:53 AM

Srikanth_Subra

Srikanth_SubraJan 22, 2012 10:28 PM

  • 1.  file system auotprotect is malfunctioning

    Posted Jan 13, 2012 12:45 AM

    Hi

    "file system auotprotect is malfunctioning" error is coming on client system and yellow dot display on Symantec Client shield.

     

    Pls help

     

    Regard

    AJ



  • 2.  RE: file system auotprotect is malfunctioning

    Posted Jan 13, 2012 01:26 AM

     

    Problem


    The Symantec Endpoint Protection client shows the following warning: "File System Auto-Protect is not functioning correctly. Your protection definitions may be damaged or your product installation may be corrupt"

     


    Cause


    There are several possible causes for this issue: 
    1. After migration from Symantec Antivirus (SAV), the computer was not restarted.
    2. Corrupted virus definitions.
    3. Incorrect DCOM permissions prior to installation.
    4. Services not started or set to disabled.


    Solution


    Solution 1: After migration from SAV, the computer was not restarted

    • Restart the computer to finish the uninstall of SAV.


    Solution 2: Corrupted Virus Definitions

    Solution 3: Incorrect DCOM Permissions prior to installation

      1. Uninstall SEP
      2. Change DCOM permissions
      3. Re-install SEP

    To change the Default Impersonation Level using Dcomcnfg.exe

      1. On the Windows taskbar, click Start > Run.
      2. Type the following: dcomcnfg.exe
      3. Click OK.
      4. Perform one of the following:
        • In Windows 2003/XP, expand Component Services, and then expand Computers. Right-click My Computer, and clickProperties. On the Default Properties tab, on the Default Impersonation Level menu, click Identify.
        • In Windows 2000, on the Default Properties tab, on the Default Impersonation Level menu, click Identify.
        • Click OK.

    Solution 4: Services not started or set to disabled

    Start and set Symantec services to 'Automatic' startup type

    1. Open the Windows Services Console
    2. Click START > Run
    3. Type and execute command 'Services.msc'
    4. Make sure that the following services are started and set to 'Automatic'
      • Symantec Endpoint Protection
      • Symantec Event Manager
      • Symantec Management Client
      • Symantec Settings Manager


    If the above services are not set to 'Automatic' follow the below steps for each.

    1. Select and right click 'Symantec *Service Name*'
    2. Select 'Properties'
    3. Change 'Startup Type' to 'Automatic'
    4. Click 'Apply'


    If the above services are set to automatic, but are not started, follow the below steps.

    1. Select and right click 'Symantec *Service Name*'
    2. Click 'Start' to start the service.
    3. The Symantec Services should now be Started and set to 'Automatic' startup type.


  • 3.  RE: file system auotprotect is malfunctioning
    Best Answer

    Posted Jan 13, 2012 01:37 AM

    This problem is occur due to defintion file corruption. Kindly find the below link. It will help to clear the corrupted defintion

     

    http://www.symantec.com/business/support/index?page=content&id=TECH103176&actp=search&viewlocale=en_US&searchid=1320508122368



  • 4.  RE: file system auotprotect is malfunctioning

    Posted Jan 13, 2012 01:45 AM

    Hi

    Tried these Solutions but still same sign display in Symantec shield.

     

    i can't be able to reinstall for this issue



  • 5.  RE: file system auotprotect is malfunctioning

    Posted Jan 13, 2012 01:45 AM

    Iam also facing the same kind of issues..i will check in my system also and update..



  • 6.  RE: file system auotprotect is malfunctioning

    Posted Jan 13, 2012 01:48 AM

    Hi Srikant/Ajay,

       Kindlt try the link which I have shared then reply with updated status..

     

    Hope that link help you



  • 7.  RE: file system auotprotect is malfunctioning

    Trusted Advisor
    Posted Jan 13, 2012 05:54 AM

    Hello,

    How many machines are you facing this issue on??

    What version of SEP are you carrying??

    Could you try to Repair the SEP from add/remove Programs

    Could you try following the steps below:

    1) Uninstall liveupdate http://www.symantec.com/docs/TECH102609

    2) Manually Deleted the live update folders from

                   - C:\documents and settings\All users \app data\Symantec\live update

                          and C:\Program files\Symantec\live update.

    3) Reinstall Liveupdate and Run a Repair of SEP.

    4) Update the Definitions by installing the Intelligent Updater.

    http://www.symantec.com/business/security_response/definitions/download/detail.jsp?gid=savce

     
    Hope that helps!!


  • 8.  RE: file system auotprotect is malfunctioning

    Posted Jan 13, 2012 06:01 AM

    Thanks, after i did as per your steps, my definitions got updated and status showing as up to date.



  • 9.  RE: file system auotprotect is malfunctioning

    Trusted Advisor
    Posted Jan 13, 2012 08:15 AM

    Hello,

    Srikanth, I believe you are talking about the Thread:

    https://www-secure.symantec.com/connect/forums/mulitple-problems-error

    I would appreciate it, you could mark it "solved".



  • 10.  RE: file system auotprotect is malfunctioning

    Posted Jan 14, 2012 08:34 AM

    Which of the link has resolved your issue??



  • 11.  RE: file system auotprotect is malfunctioning

    Posted Jan 14, 2012 11:30 AM

    How many machines are you facing this issue on??

    Ans - Approx 15+

    What version of SEP are you carrying??

    Ans - 11.0.6005

    Could you try to Repair the SEP from add/remove Programs

    Ans - I have tried



  • 12.  RE: file system auotprotect is malfunctioning

    Posted Jan 20, 2012 02:53 AM

    Solution provided by MR.Ajit Jha



  • 13.  RE: file system auotprotect is malfunctioning

    Posted Jan 21, 2012 03:32 AM

    Its nice to hear that the the Problem is ressolved, so please Mark as Solution and close the Thread



  • 14.  RE: file system auotprotect is malfunctioning

    Posted Jan 22, 2012 10:28 PM

    How to close the thread?



  • 15.  RE: file system auotprotect is malfunctioning

    Posted Jan 23, 2012 12:40 AM

    If you mark the Comment as Solution the Tread is automaticaly closed