SUMMARY
Backups are running slowly on a server running Symantec anti-virus
ISSUE
Purpose
Backups are running slowly on servers using Symantec anti-virus software
Description
Disable scans during backup operations for Symantec AV
Cause
Anti-Virus scans during backup operations will slow the operation by a considerable amount
Resolution
Open Symantec System Center.
Right-click your primary anti-virus server, select All Tasks, select Symantec Anti-Virus, select Client Auto Protect options.
Click Advanced and in the Scan Files When section, uncheck Opened For Backups.
Right-click your primary anti-virus server, select All Tasks, select Symantec Anti-Virus, select Server Auto Protect options.
Click Advanced and in the Scan Files When section, uncheck Opened For Backups.
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