Harmony Endpoint Security Client Device Restart Requirements

When an administrator make changes to these actions for the Harmony Endpoint Security client, the endpoint devices must be restarted to enforce the changes on the endpoint:

• When adding or removing the following capabilities:

  • Full Disk Encryption A component on Endpoint Security Windows clients. This component combines Pre-boot protection, boot authentication, and strong encryption to make sure that only authorized users are given access to information stored on desktops and laptops. Acronym: FDE.

  • Media Encryption & Port Protection A component of the Endpoint Security client that protects data stored on computers by encrypting removable media devices and allowing tight control over computers' ports (USB, Bluetooth, and so on). Acronym. MEPP..

• When removing the Anti-Malware A component of the Endpoint Security client that protects against known and unknown viruses, worms, Trojan horses, adware, and keystroke loggers. capability during an upgrade or policy change.

• When switching the Anti-Malware engine from E1 to E2 (DHS compliant) client version.

• After successfully installing the Endpoint Security client on endpoints with KMDF (Kernel-Mode Driver Framework) versions 1.10 or lower.