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Installing the Agent with Proxy Settings on Windows

Overview

This article explains how to install the Netwrix Endpoint Protector (EPP) agent on Windows when using a proxy server. Proper configuration ensures the agent can communicate through your proxy environment.

Instructions

Follow the steps below to install the EPP agent with proxy settings on Windows:

  1. Download the installer from the Netwrix Endpoint Protector (EPP) Web Console.

  2. Run the setup with administrative rights.

  3. During the installation process, when you reach the Proxy Settings section, select Use Manual Settings and fill in the required fields.

  4. If your proxy requires authentication, enter valid credentials in the appropriate fields.

  5. You can enter a proxy IP address, DNS name, or fully qualified domain name (FQDN) in the proxy IP field.

  6. After installation is complete, wait a few minutes for processing. Then, check the Device Control > Computers section in the Netwrix Endpoint Protector Web Console to verify that the computer has been added to the list.