NOD32 update - does auto update work?

[Carol Haynes]

On my system NOD32 is set to automatically update virus definitions but only offer program updates. I was running version 2.50.25 and even when I manually ran updates it said my system was up to date.

Today I went to the ESET website and was surprised to find version 2.51.26 posted.

I'm not sure what is going on with the automatic update system but it couldn't even find an update when I asked it to - if you run NOD32 you might want to check your version an update manually if necessary.

The download link is: http://www.nod32.com/index_dw.htm and you will need you susbcription user name and password.

[mouser]

Just checked, mine is running 2.50.25 as well.. so i guess mine didn't auto update (or offer) either..

[hwtan]

Did a update today and was able to update to 2.51.26.

The latest components of NOD32 that I have are:

NOD32 antivirus system information
Virus signature database version: 1.1807 (20061017)
Dated: 17 October 2006
Virus signature database build: 8196

Information on other scanner support parts
Advanced heuristics module version: 1.037 (20060926)
Advanced heuristics module build: 1122
Internet filter version: 1.002 (20040708)
Internet filter build: 1013
Archive support module version: 1.050 (20060926)
Archive support module build version: 1176

Information about installed components
NOD32 for Windows NT/2000/XP/2003/x64 - Base
Version: 2.51.26
NOD32 for Windows NT/2000/XP/2003/x64 - Internet support
Version: 2.51.26
NOD32 for Windows NT/2000/XP/2003/x64 - Standard component
Version: 2.51.26

[Josh]

NOD32 antivirus system information
Virus signature database version: 1.1807 (20061017)
Dated: Tuesday, October 17, 2006
Virus signature database build: 8196

Information on other scanner support parts
Advanced heuristics module version: 1.037 (20060926)
Advanced heuristics module build: 1122
Internet filter version: 1.001 (20031104)
Internet filter build: 1012
Archive support module version: 1.050 (20060926)
Archive support module build version: 1176

Information about installed components
NOD32 for Windows NT/2000/XP/2003/x64 - Base
Version: 2.51.28
NOD32 for Windows NT/2000/XP/2003/x64 - Internet support
Version: 2.51.28
NOD32 for Windows NT/2000/XP/2003/x64 - Standard component
Version: 2.51.28

Operating system information
Platform: Windows XP
Version: 5.1.2600 Service Pack 2
Version of common control components: 5.82.2900
RAM: 2047 MB
Processor: Intel(R) Pentium(R) D CPU 3.20GHz (3192 MHz)


Some of these versions arent pushed out because they fix issues that dont affect a wide number of consumers. Hence, why I am running 2.51.28

[NeilS]

I was on 2.50.something until fairly recently, and didn't notice much change when I updated to 2.51.26, so it does seem as if they don't bother you with the program update unless you really need it. (That's not to say that there isn't an important difference under the hood, but the website only has a warning to pre-2.5 users to get 2.5, so 2.51 doesn't seem particularly critical).

I think I prefer this, to be honest. McAfee was forever wanting a reboot after a program update, and I'll bet you most of those updates were completely pointless.

[Carol Haynes]

Just be nice to get some info on what is going on - especially if you manually hit UPDATE - why not pop up a window saying there is an update that fixes the following issues etc. That way you would at least know whether it was worth bothering.

[NeilS]

Yeah, not telling you on a manual update is a tad strange. Ah well, at least they seem to be getting the important stuff right, so I guess we can't complain too much. <touch wood>

[tslim]

Just check mine, automatic update is working, I have ver 2.51.26

[Cloq]

How is your Type of Update configured?

My setup:

Virus databases:            automatic
Program components:    automatic

Perform program component upgrade if available
Offer computer restart if necessary

[tslim]

How is your Type of Update configured?

My setup:

Virus databases:            automatic
Program components:    automatic

Perform program component upgrade if available
Offer computer restart if necessary

Mine is
Virus databases:            automatic
Program components:    offer

Btw,
I check again and can't find record for automatic Program components update from the event log of NOD32...
I am sorry for rushing into conclusion that automatic update is working, I think I have manually updated it in mid April 2006.