Windows Defender Antivirus Service is a built-in security feature in Windows Server 2019 that helps protect your system from malware and other threats. However, there may be times when you need to disable this service for various reasons. In this article, we will guide you on how to disable Windows Defender Antivirus Service on Server 2019.
Why Disable Windows Defender Antivirus Service on Server 2019?
There are several reasons why you may want to disable Windows Defender Antivirus Service on Server 2019:
- You want to install a third-party antivirus solution that conflicts with Windows Defender
- You want to improve system performance by disabling unnecessary services
- You want to troubleshoot issues related to Windows Defender
How to Disable Windows Defender Antivirus Service on Server 2019
Here are the steps to disable Windows Defender Antivirus Service on Server 2019:
- Open the Group Policy Editor by typing "gpedit.msc" in the Run dialog box
- Navigate to "Computer Configuration" > "Administrative Templates" > "Windows Components" > "Windows Defender Antivirus"
- Double-click the "Turn off Windows Defender Antivirus" policy
- Select the "Enabled" option to disable Windows Defender Antivirus Service
- Click "Apply" and "OK" to save the changes
Note: If you are using Windows Server Core, you can still disable Windows Defender Antivirus Service using PowerShell commands.
How to Re-enable Windows Defender Antivirus Service on Server 2019
If you want to re-enable Windows Defender Antivirus Service on Server 2019, follow these steps:
- Open the Group Policy Editor and navigate to the same policy as before
- Select the "Not Configured" option to re-enable Windows Defender Antivirus Service
- Click "Apply" and "OK" to save the changes
Conclusion
Disabling Windows Defender Antivirus Service on Server 2019 can be useful in certain situations, but it is important to remember that it leaves your system vulnerable to malware and other threats. If you decide to disable this service, make sure you have an alternative antivirus solution in place.
