Description
Installing TotalAV Antivirus on an Apple Mac is a straightforward process, but it requires careful attention to system requirements and installation steps to ensure optimal performance. Here’s a detailed technical description to guide you through the installation.
Operating System: macOS 10.12 (Sierra) or later.
RAM: Minimum of 2 GB (4 GB recommended).
Storage: At least 1 GB of free space for installation.
Internet Connection: Required for activation and updates.
Visit the official TotalAV website using your Mac’s browser.
Click on the "Download" button to get the installer file, typically named something like TotalAV.dmg
.
Locate the downloaded .dmg
file in your Downloads folder.
Double-click the file to open the installation window.
You’ll see the TotalAV installer icon and the Applications folder icon.
Drag the TotalAV icon to the Applications folder shortcut.
This will copy TotalAV to your Mac’s Applications folder.
Open the Applications folder and double-click the TotalAV icon to launch it.
Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the setup.
You may be prompted to grant security permissions; click "Allow" or "Open" as needed.
If you have a license key, enter it when prompted during the setup process.
For free trials, you may need to sign in with your TotalAV account.
Cannot Open the Installer:
Cause: macOS security settings may block the installer.
Solution: Go to System Preferences → Security & Privacy → General, and click "Open Anyway" if prompted.
Permission Errors:
Cause: Lack of administrative privileges.
Solution: Right-click the installer and choose "Open" to bypass restrictions.
Network Connection Errors:
Cause: Poor internet connectivity during installation.
Solution: Ensure a stable connection; restart your router if needed.
Software Conflict:
Cause: Conflicting security software.
Solution: Temporarily disable other antivirus programs during installation.
Run a Full Scan: After installation, perform a system scan to ensure your Mac is secure.
Enable Real-Time Protection: Check the settings to ensure real-time protection is active.
Schedule Regular Scans: Set up automated scans for continuous protection.
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