McAfee has released a beta for it’s new version of ePolicy Orchestrator management solution.
This post will describe the installation of the ePolicy Orchestrator server.
First of all download the software here (downloadable after registring as a beta tester).
Hardware specs
| Component | Requirements and recommendations |
| Dedicated server | If managing more than 250 systems, we recommend using a dedicated server. |
| Domain controllers
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The server must have a trust relationship with the Domain Controller on the network. For instructions, see the Microsoft product documentation. |
| File system | NT file system (NTFS) partition recommended |
| Free disk space |
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| IP address | We recommend using static IP addresses for ePolicy Orchestrator servers. ePolicy Orchestrator supports both IPv4 and IPv6 networks. |
| Memory |
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| Network Interface Card (NIC) | 100 MB or higher |
| Ports | We recommend avoiding the use of Port 8443 for HTTPS communication.
Although this is the default port, it is also the primary port used by many web‑based activities, is a popular target for malicious exploitation, and it is likely to be disabled by the system administrator in response to a security violation or outbreak. Make sure that the ports you choose are not already in use on the server system. Notify network staff of the ports you intend to use for HTTP and HTTPS communication. Installing the software on a Domain Controller is supported, but not recommended. |
| Processor |
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Software requirements
| Software | Requirements and recommendations |
| Microsoft .NET
Framework 2.0 or later |
Required — You must acquire and install this software manually. This software is required if you select an installation option that automatically installs the SQL Server Express 2008 software bundled with this ePolicy Orchestrator software.
If this software is missing, you must exit the Setup and acquire and install it manually before proceeding. |
| MS Updates | Recommended — Make sure your Microsoft software is running the latest updates. |
| Microsoft Visual C++
2005 SP1 Redistributable |
Required — Installed automatically |
| Microsoft Visual C++
2008 Redistributable Package (x86) |
Required — Installed automatically |
| MSXML 6.0 | Required — Installed automatically |
| Security software | Recommended.
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| Supported browser | Recommended — Although it is not a prerequisite for installation, ePolicy Orchestrator software requires the use of a supported browser. You should acquire and install a supported browser manually. |
| Supported SQL Server | Required — If a supported version of SQL Server has not been previously installed, you can choose to install SQL Server 2008 Express automatically |
Supported Operating Systems
| Operating System | 64-bit | Edition |
| Windows Server 2008 SP2 or higher | Yes |
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| Windows Server 2008 R2 | Yes |
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| Windows Server 2008 SBS | Yes |
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| Windows Server 2011 SBS | Yes |
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| Windows Server 2012 | Yes |
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Installation
After you have unpacked the downloaded zip file to your server you can start the installation by running the setup.exe in the root of the unpacked folder.
1. At the first screen select “Next” to continue the installation. (This screen is the default welcome blabla you can read if you have to much time on your hands).
2. Select what kind of setup you want to use for your ePolicy Orchestrator installation. I choose the express option as I want to use the local (default installed SQL 2008 Express) database and default ports. If you want to define another database or want to deviate from the default ports choose custom. Hit “Next” to continue.
3. Now we see that I’ve been lazy and that I didn’t install the pre-reqs. Luckily for me it sees this and offers to install it for me. Good installer 
. Hit “Next” to continue.
4. Now you see a couple of screens flashing as all the pre-reqs are being installed. Wait for the next input screen to continue the install.