2.4 Full Scan

During a full scan, GFI LANguard will scan target computers to retrieve setup information and identify all security vulnerabilities including:

•	Missing Microsoft updates

•	System information (Software) including unauthorized applications, incorrect anti-virus settings and outdated signatures.

•	System information (Hardware) including modems and USB devices connected.

Due to the large amount of information retrieved from scanned targets, Full Scans tend to often be lengthy. It is recommended to run a Full Scan at least once every 2 weeks.

When to use Full Scans?

It is recommended to launch Full Scans:

•	At least once every 2 weeks to run network audits on multiple network machines.

•	To retrieve system information and to scan targets for all vulnerabilities.

•	Whenever new threats emerge.

•	Whenever suspicious activity is noticed.

2.4.1 How to launch a Full Scan

1. Launch the GFI LANguard management console from Start ► Programs ► GFI LANguard 9.0 ► GFI LANguard

2. From the Network Audit ► Scan tab which opens by default, click on the Full Scan option.

3. Specify the target computer to be scanned by selecting one of the following options:

•	Scan this computer – Use this option to scan local host

•	Scan another computer - Use this option to scan a specific computer. Parameters required are target computer name or IP.

•	Scan entire domain/workgroup – Use this option to scan the domain/workgroup to which your local host is joined.

4. Click Next.

5. Specify the credentials that GFI LANguard will use to logon to target computers. GFI LANguard must logon to target computers with administrator privileges.

6. Click Scan to start the process.