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| Product | Better for… | |---------|--------------| | | No on-prem server, simpler setup, automatic updates. | | Microsoft Defender for Business | Already in M365, lighter agent. | | Sophos Central | Better reporting and easier multi-site management. | | NinjaOne + ESET | If you already use Ninja for RMM. |

| Problem | Solution | |---------|----------| | Installer won’t start | Disable AV temp; ensure .NET Framework 4.8+ installed. | | Port 8443 already in use | Change web console port during install or free the port. | | Can’t access web console | Check Windows Firewall → allow inbound. | | Database connection fails | Ensure SQL Server service is running & TCP/IP enabled. | download eset protect entry install

Choose components to install (e.g., ESET PROTECT Server, Web Console, and if you don't have an existing database). | Product | Better for… | |---------|--------------| |

Look for the green ESET icon in the system tray. | | NinjaOne + ESET | If you already use Ninja for RMM

This guide assumes you’re installing the ESET PROTECT Server and Web Console on-premises for a small environment. If you plan to use a cloud-hosted ESET solution or different topology (e.g., separate DB server, high-availability), follow ESET’s enterprise deployment docs for those specifics.

Select the components to install. For a basic setup, ensure ESET PROTECT Server , Web Console , and Rogue Detection Sensor are selected.