Microsoft Defender Advanced Threat Protection Antivirus for Mac

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  • Your Mac must have Jamf installed on the computer to install this version of the software.
  • Your computer must be connected directly to the Texas State network to use the Jamf method.
  • Before installing the software, you will need to close all programs and windows.
  • After downloading and installing the software, you must restart your computer to complete the installation.
  • Existing versions of Microsoft Defender Antivirus software may be over written.

NOTE: This version of Microsoft Defender Antivirus is to be installed on Texas State-owned computers only.

If you have questions about these prerequisites, please contact ITAC or your department's technical support person (TSP) before proceeding.


Installation Instructions

  1. Open Jamf.
  2. Locate and install the software.