How To Close Windows Defender in Win10

Updated Jan 12, 2024

Environment

Software

  • Semiconductor Test System Software

Operating System

  • Windows

Windows Defender in Win10 system sometimes slow down normal testing in a test station which is running STS software, such as bundle 19.5. It is very difficult to find out the root cause when customer sees Cycle Time is increasing as time goes on.

  1. Download Defender Control v2.1 from website Defender Control v2.1 (sordum.org).
  2. Unzip .rar file, password is sordum.Screenshot 2024-01-04 144717.png
  3. Double click Defender_Settings.vbs.  Screenshot 2024-01-04 142908.png
  4. Turn off Real-time protection.Screenshot 2024-01-03 175801.png
  5. Unzip .rar file again, and you can see dControl.exe.
  6. Run dControl.exe.
  7. click Disable Windows Defender.Picture1.png
  8. Then you can see text "Windows Defender is turned off" shows.Picture2.png

Note: It's ok to minimize the window Defender Control v2.1.

 

Related Links

Defender Control v2.1 (sordum.org)

Other Support Options

Ask the NI Community

Collaborate with other users in our discussion forums



Request Support from an Engineer

A valid service agreement or active software subscription may be required, and support options vary by country.

Tariff Impact Update Learn more

Was this information helpful?

Yes

No