ESET Smart Security Firewall Silently Blocking Lexmark Entries During Installation

Document ID:SO4973
 
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Problem

Install; ESET Smart Security; firewall; blocking

Solution

Overview

 
ESET Smart Security suite has an Automatic Filtering Mode that will silently block lots of Lexmark entries during the installation.
By switching from Automatic to Interactive Filtering Mode, the user is allowed to decide if the program needs to be blocked or allowed.
 
Steps Image
Go to Setup>Toggle Advanced mode ( see right-hand image).  
Choose Personal firewall (see right-hand image).  
Switch to Interactive Filtering mode (see right-hand image).  

Proceed with the installation of the Lexmark software.

NOTE: You will see many firewall notifications popping up during the whole installation process,  (especially during wireless setup).
Do not forget to click on "remember action" then hit "Allow".

 
 
 

Still Need Help?

If you require additional assistance, please contact Lexmark Technical Support. NOTE: When calling for support, you will need your printer/model type and serial number (SN).

Please call from near the computer and printer in case the technician on the phone asks you to perform a task on this device.

 

 



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