Cold boot - Windows Security Notice

[DL2theEnd]

I have XP SP3. Use Symantec v 10.1.6.6000 AV.
Every time, upon a cold boot-up, I get a Windows Security Notice telling me that my system is at risk due to not having an AV program running. This notice is in the form of a pop-up balloon in my tray. Eventually, after about a minute, the notice goes away and my system is shown as "protected". Wondering what causes this to happen? It's more of a nuisance than anything.

[viking33]

I have XP SP3. Use Symantec v 10.1.6.6000 AV.
Every time, upon a cold boot-up, I get a Windows Security Notice telling me that my system is at risk due to not having an AV program running. This notice is in the form of a pop-up balloon in my tray. Eventually, after about a minute, the notice goes away and my system is shown as "protected". Wondering what causes this to happen? It's more of a nuisance than anything.

Try going to Control Panel>Security Center>click on "change the way Security Center alerts me," UNcheck Virus protection box.

[JoeP517]

I have XP SP3. Use Symantec v 10.1.6.6000 AV.
Every time, upon a cold boot-up, I get a Windows Security Notice telling me that my system is at risk due to not having an AV program running. This notice is in the form of a pop-up balloon in my tray. Eventually, after about a minute, the notice goes away and my system is shown as "protected". Wondering what causes this to happen? It's more of a nuisance than anything.

The XP Security Center is getting initialized and checking for a running A/V before Symantec is fully initialized and communicating with XP. As long as your software and A/V definitions are up-to-date I wouldn't worry about it.

If you want Symantec to load faster you'll have to trim what else is started when you boot the system. You can use a tool such as the free Autoruns for Windows.

Note: Autoruns presents a lot of information most of which you'll not need. you can use the Logon tab to see what programs are started and disable those which you really don't need. If you are not sure about which to disable post a screenshot of the your Logon tab and someone here will be glad to advise you.

Joe

[DocWatson]

How long have you been using Norton ?? Did this behavior coincide with an update from either MS or Symantec ?? It sounds like Norton is not fully loaded when your desktop/System Tray comes up and thus the warning.

Oppps.... took a phone call during the post and Bob and Joe beat me to it.

[DL2theEnd]

Try going to Control Panel>Security Center>click on "change the way Security Center alerts me," UNcheck Virus protection box.

Thanks Viking. That did the trick.

[JoeP517]

Thanks Viking. That did the trick.

NOTE: It did not resolve the issue. The only thing that did was hide the message. If your Symantec software ever has an issue with updates the Security Center will not notify you.

Joe

[DL2theEnd]

NOTE: It did not resolve the issue. The only thing that did was hide the message. If your Symantec software ever has an issue with updates the Security Center will not notify you.

Joe

You're right Joe. Putting a bandaid on it isn't the way to go. Get to the root of the problem is what I always say. Your suggestion was appreciated too!

Actually, before going with Viking's suggestion, I visited the Autoruns link you sent. I usually keep my startup programs pretty lean. I'll forward a screenshot as you suggested. Maybe something will stick out to you.

Thanks again!

[JoeP517]

Actually, before going with Viking's suggestion, I visited the Autoruns link you sent. I usually keep my startup programs pretty lean. I'll forward a screenshot as you suggested. Maybe something will stick out to you.

You do keep the startup items lean. There is nothing that jumps out. The only thing I can think of would be an update that is causing the Symantec piece to not initialize as quickly as it had it the past.

Joe

[DocWatson]

As Joe said, nothing there jumps out.

I recall noticing this behavior on my kids system when they had Norton installed. I attributed it then to a slow PC and internet connection and the Symantec software calling home on startup. Is there an option in the software not to automatically check for updates on startup??

[viking33]

NOTE: It did not resolve the issue. The only thing that did was hide the message. If your Symantec software ever has an issue with updates the Security Center will not notify you.

Joe

As the OP said "It's more of a nuisance than anything."
Sounded like he just wanted to get rid of the message ( nuisance ) That's what it did.