How to install Trend Micro Internet Security 2009
 

Solution ID:

EN-1037929

Product:

Trend Micro Internet Security - 2009
Operating System:
Windows Vista; Windows XP - SP2; Windows Vista - SP1

Published:

9/30/2009 8:26 PM 
 

Problem:

I have a valid subscription for Trend Micro Internet Security 2009, which can be used to protect up to three computers. How do I download and install the program onto my primary (first) and secondary (second and third) computers?

Note: This article provides instructions on installing Trend Micro Internet Security 2009. For other inquiries, please refer to the frequently asked questions (FAQs) about this product. If you are experiencing issues during installation, go to the Related Information section of this article.

 

Solution:

Public

 

Please follow the steps below or watch our step-by-step interactive video guide:

 

1.

Do a pre-installation check to ensure a smooth installation. Refer to solution EN-1053687 for more information on what to check for.

 

 

2.

Run the Trend Micro Internet Security 2009 installer using a CD or downloadable file.

 

 

 

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To use downloaded files, do the following:

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Download the installer by clicking on your operating system below:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Windows XP

 

 

 

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Windows Vista 32-bit

 

 

 

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Windows Vista 64-bit

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note: To find out whether you are running Windows Vista 32-bit or 64-bit, refer to solution EN-1038409. The 64-bit version of Windows XP is not supported by this product at this time.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you are not sure how to download the installer, see below for instructions:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Click on the link for your operating system above.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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On the File Download window, click Save.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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When the Save As window appears, click Desktop from the left pane as the location, then click Save.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Wait for the download to finish.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Double-click on the downloaded file or click Run on the Download Complete window to start the installation.

 

 

 

 

 

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To use a CD installer, do the following:

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note: You can purchase the program CD from a retail store near you.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Insert the CD into your CD-ROM drive. The Autorun window will appear.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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On the installation window, click Install Program to start the setup.

 

 

 

 

3.

Wait while the contents are extracted and the setup program checks that your computer meets the system requirements.

 

 

4.

Read the contents of the License Agreement, select I accept the Agreement, and click Next.

 

 

 

 

 

5.

To install the full version of the program, type your serial number into the field provided, then click Next. To install a trial version, select Install a free trial then click Next.

 

 

 

 

Note: If you are not sure where to find your serial number, refer to solution EN-1038047.

 

 

6.

Select your preferred Install Option.

 

 

 

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To use the recommended settings, retain the selection for Regular Installation and click Next.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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To customize your installation, click Custom Installation and click Next.

 

 

7.

Wait while the program is installed and its modules are activated.

 

 

8.

Activate your subscription.

 

 

 

 

If you are connected to the Internet when the program modules finish activating, a window asking you to register your program will appear automatically.

 

 

 

 

 

If not, you will need to trigger the activation manually.

 

 

 

 

 

For instructions on how to register your program and activate your subscription, click on the computer you are installing the software on:

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Primary (first) computer

 

 

 

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Secondary (second or third) computer

 

 

 

 

Note: If you are having issues with registering your program, refer to the Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about registration or activation.  

9.

Run an initial update and scan.

 

 

 

 

For instructions on how to do this, refer to solution EN-1037943.

 

 

 

 

Related Information:

 

 

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I cannot install my Trend Micro program due to errors during installation.

 

 

 

 

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Purchase the Premium Installation Service and have our experts install the program for you (for US customers only)

 


  
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