AV for SBS 2011

[computerSolution]

I am looking for suggestions on choice and configuration of AV software for Windows Small Business Server 2011 Standard. Server is used for email, QuickBooks, and some file sharing.

Thanks!!

[YeOldeStonecat]

I created a thread a couple of months ago stuffed with info and several links to guides

http://www.technibble.com/forums/sho...irus+exclusion

[computerSolution]

That is great information. So as far as choice-- I only need protection on this one server, so i don't even need multiple licenses. What is best suggestion for choice to buy?

[YeOldeStonecat]

Originally Posted by computerSolution

That is great information. So as far as choice-- I only need protection on this one server, so i don't even need multiple licenses. What is best suggestion for choice to buy?

You'll get fanboy answers there. Do you have a preferred vendor that you already work with? They most likely have a special "server" version..as well as a separate Exchange plugin (typically those are priced per mailbox..although often there is a unique SBS package).

Typically we keep the same AV vendor across the network...get a network bundle package with a centralized management system that runs from the server. Usually ends up much cheaper than a sum of individual licenses.

[computerSolution]

The website for the software I usually use doesn't mention sbs 2011 only 2008-- I am just starting out, and have not partnered with anyone. Is it typically hard to become a partner?

[YeOldeStonecat]

It's common for smaller places to have a preferred antivirus brand.
Which AV do you currently use that shows only SBS08?

[computerSolution]

I use Comodo-- I found out via their forum that a new release next month will carry compatibility. For now I am just going to reinstall their old software.

[YeOldeStonecat]

Originally Posted by computerSolution

I use Comodo-- I found out via their forum that a new release next month will carry compatibility. For now I am just going to reinstall their old software.

Did they finally certify one for Small Business Server? I recall looking a while ago, but the only Server they were certified on was standard....nothing with Exchangle/SQL/IIS.