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Endpoint Security - Installing HX on macOS

Modified on: Thu, 10 Oct 2024 11:03 AM

Before you begin:

  • Verify that the device is running on macOS 12 or higher. Previous macOS versions are not supported and HX may not install or work properly.
  • Uninstall any other anti-virus solutions from the device.
  • Verify that you have administrator privileges prior to installation.



Step 1: Download Trellix/FireEye Agent Installer


  • Access the Dropbox folder shared with you by Ostra or your IT department.


  • Open the MAC folder.

  • Open the Ostra AV MAC folder.

  • Open the DMG file.

  • Download the file.


OR



Step 2: Open Trellix/FireEye Agent Installer


  • Open the downloaded file.


OR




  • Click on the FireEye Agent icon on your desktop.


  • Open the xagtSetup. (Version may be different than in the example shown.)


OR



Step 3: Run Trellix/FireEye Agent Installer


  • Allow the installer program to run.

  • Click Continue through the next two prompts, Agree to the terms of the agreement, then Install.


  • User the device password if you don't have Touch ID.


  • IMPORTANT: If the warning below is displayed, do NOT click OK. Click Open Security Preferences and Allow through the next two prompts to change the security settings.


  • Wait for the installation to complete, click Close, then click Move to Trash  and OK to remove the installer from your machine.



Common Issues and Fixes


  • Verify that you downloaded the Mac version of the installer, not the Windows version.
  • Verify that Trellix/FireEye Endpoint Security has all the permissions under Security & Privacy.



Please contact onboarding@ostra.net if this guide needs to be updated.

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