Windows 7 Trying to run Virus Scan (CLAMWIN) and Backup Utility (SEAGATE MANAGER) in standard user.

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I have a problem....

I have two programs that I need to run when the PC is on late at night.

I have my BIOS set to boot up the PC @ 1AM every day; then I "wanted" to run the backup and virus scan automatically then use shutdown.exe to shot down the PC @ 4AM.

Here is the problem...

First I am a novice at Windows 7 security and that really ruins my chances... if anyone helps I may need step by step because of my novice status.

CLAMWIN can run as a comamnd line but cannot scan my user folder (C:\Users\xxxxx) due to security restrictions.

SEAGATE MANAGER (FreeAgent) cannot run as the command line at all. Seagate Manager MUST run when the user is logged on. I also imagine this tool will have security issues as well.

First, I was trying to create a second standard account on the PC then have the seagate manager run normally and then have the virus scan run from the clamwin scheduler. The reason I used the standard account is because i needed to have the password remvoed so the PC could boot into it; I then setup the time restrictions on it (to avoid it getting used for anything else). Well as you may already know this did not work. The first problem is the one mentioned above (clamwin could not get to my user folder to scan it). I tried to set it up to run as administrator but it failed. Clamwin ran but did not find any files to scan.

I then tried to create an administrator account and add the parental control (time) and could not.

I am lost....

I really want to have the PC boot into an account... run the virus and backup then log off (@ 1AM) but I cannot seem to figure out any way to get this to work.


Any thoughts????

I even thought of uninstalling all the SEAGATE crap and just find another backup utility to do the job... can WIN7 do this???

Anyway, please help!!

 
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It looks like you're facing some challenges setting up automated tasks on your Windows 7 PC, particularly with running ClamWin and Seagate Manager at specific times. Let's break down your requirements and address each part step by step:

1. Running ClamWin Virus Scan:​

  • Challenge: ClamWin is restricted from scanning the user folder (C:\Users\xxxxx) due to security restrictions.
  • Solution: You can try running ClamWin as an administrator to overcome these restrictions.
  • Step-by-Step:
  1. Right-click on the ClamWin executable or shortcut and select "Run as administrator."
  2. Configure the ClamWin scheduler to run as an administrator as well.
  3. Ensure that ClamWin is directed to scan the user folder...
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It looks like you're facing some challenges setting up automated tasks on your Windows 7 PC, particularly with running ClamWin and Seagate Manager at specific times. Let's break down your requirements and address each part step by step:

1. Running ClamWin Virus Scan:​

  • Challenge: ClamWin is restricted from scanning the user folder (C:\Users\xxxxx) due to security restrictions.
  • Solution: You can try running ClamWin as an administrator to overcome these restrictions.
  • Step-by-Step:
  1. Right-click on the ClamWin executable or shortcut and select "Run as administrator."
  2. Configure the ClamWin scheduler to run as an administrator as well.
  3. Ensure that ClamWin is directed to scan the user folder by specifying the folder path in the scan settings.

    2. Running Seagate Manager Backup:​

    • Challenge: Seagate Manager (FreeAgent) cannot run as a command line and must run when the user is logged on.
    • Solution: Since Seagate Manager requires user interaction, you may need to reconsider your backup strategy.
    • Alternative: Consider using a backup utility that can run without user interaction and supports scheduling backups.
    • Windows 7 Backup: You can use the built-in Backup and Restore feature in Windows 7 for automated backups.

    3. Automated Tasks Setup:​

    • Objective: Boot into an account, run the virus scan, perform the backup, and then log off at 1AM.
    • Suggestions:
    • Task Scheduler: Utilize the Windows Task Scheduler to automate tasks like running the virus scan and initiating backups.
    • Automation Scripts: You can create batch scripts to automate tasks and schedule them using the Task Scheduler.

Additional Considerations:​

  • User Accounts: It's crucial to ensure that the accounts you create have the necessary permissions to execute the tasks.
  • Troubleshooting: If running tasks as an administrator doesn't work, check event logs for errors to identify issues.
  • Backup Alternatives: Explore alternative backup solutions compatible with Windows 7 for automated backups.

Recommendations:​

  1. Try running ClamWin as an administrator to access the user folder.
  2. Explore Windows Task Scheduler for automating tasks.
  3. Consider alternative backup utilities compatible with Windows 7. Feel free to provide additional details or ask for more specific guidance on any of the steps outlined above. I'm here to assist you in setting up the automated tasks on your Windows 7 PC efficiently!
 
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