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DEP Error during Policy Server Installation

Symptom:

A Data Execution Prevention (DEP) error can prevent the Policy Server from installing on Windows 2008 SP2.

Solution:

1. Configure DEP for essential Windows programs and services only.
2. Run the Policy Server installer.

To configure DEP for essential programs and services

1. Right–click My Computer and select Properties.

   The System Properties dialog appears.

2. Click Advanced.

   The Advanced tab opens.

3. Under Performance, click Settings.

   The Performance Options dialog appears.

4. Click Data Execution Prevention and select Turn on DEP for essential Windows programs and services only.
5. Click OK.

   A message prompts you to restart the system.

Note: After you have successfully installed the Policy Server, you can revert the DEP settings for all programs and services.