

You have to set Windows Explorer to show all hidden files and folders (Tools > Folder Options > View tab). Launch Windows Explorer and delete all McAfee files in "Program Files" but especially in "C:\Document and Settings\\Application Data" and "C:\Document and Settings\All Users\Application Data". (you must have Windows Vista, XP or 2000 SP4 to use this tool)ģ. This will remove all McAfee remnants from your computer. Use the MCPR tool, see this article: How to remove supported McAfee consumer products using the McAfee Consumer Products Removal tool (MC. Uninstall all McAfee programs through "Add or Remove Programs" in Windows "Control Panel".Ģ. If that doesn't help then do the following after temporarily enabling Windows Firewall:ġ. Look for any extra entries other than McAfee Security Center in your Program list and uninstall them. It's shown as an additional download on their pages and unless unchecked it will install.

It appears that you have inadvertently installed McAfee Security Scan which is like "McAfee Lite" and comes with things such as Adobe Reader, Flash etc.
