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How to obtain the programs updates that are archived on Symantec LiveUpdate server

 

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Some program updates for old versions of Norton products are archived on a different LiveUpdate server. Configure LiveUpdate to install these archived program updates.

 

STEP 1
  Print this page

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STEP 2
  Download and install the latest version of LiveUpdate
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STEP 3
  Download the LiveUpdate settings file
1
Settings.Hosts.LiveUpdate
Right-click the Settings.Hosts.LiveUpdate file and click Save Target As...
2
In the File name, type the following text:
C:\Program Files\Symantec\LiveUpdate\Settings.Hosts.LiveUpdate
3
In the "Save as type," select All Files.
4
Click Save.

STEP 4
  Run LiveUpdate to install the archived program updates

1
Run a tool to start LiveUpdate. RUN IT NOW
2
Under Use location profile, on the drop-down menu, click SYMANTEC-ARCHIVE.
3
At the bottom of the dialog box, click Next to see the available updates. 
4
Click Next to start the installation.

5
When you are done, click Finish to close LiveUpdate.

Restart the computer if prompted.

STEP 5
  Run LiveUpdate normally

1
Run a tool to start LiveUpdate. RUN IT NOW
2
Under Use location profile, on the drop-down menu, click SYMANTEC-LIVE.
3
At the bottom of the dialog box, click Next to see the available updates. 
4
Click Next to start the installation.

5
When you are done, click Finish to close LiveUpdate.
Restart the computer if prompted.

 

 

 

 

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Document ID: 2007010219171513
Last Modified: 05/01/2008
Date Created: 01/02/2007
Product(s): LiveUpdate 3.0, LiveUpdate 3.1