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Restricting and allowing access to features

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Client Interface Mode settings assigned to your computer determine which features you can access.

Change the Client Interface Mode in the Common settings.

Note

For managed systems, policy changes from Trellix ePO - On-prem might overwrite changes from the Settings page.

These are the Client Interface Mode options.

Full access

Enables access to all features, including:

  • Enable and disable individual modules and features.

  • Access the Settings page to view or modify all settings for the Trellix Endpoint Security (ENS) Client.

(Default)

Standard access

Displays protection status and allows access to most features.

  • Update the content files and software components on your computer (if enabled by the administrator).

  • Perform a thorough check of all areas of your system, which is recommended if you suspect your computer is infected.

  • Run a quick (2-minute) check of the areas of your system most susceptible to infection.

  • Access the Event Log.

  • Manage items in the Quarantine.

From Standard access interface mode, you can log on as administrator to access all features, including all settings.

Lock client interface

Requires a password to access the client.

Once you unlock the client interface, you can access all features.

Note

If you can't access the Trellix Endpoint Security (ENS) Client or specific tasks and features that you need to do your job, talk to your administrator.