


On the next heartbeat interval the client will then download the definition from the GUP. If the GUP does not have a definition it will reach out to its defined SEP Manager and download the correct update. In an environment where a GUP is configured, clients designated to use GUPs will reach out on port 2967/TCP to see if there is a definition update available. The GUP technology in SEP allows administrators to designate client systems within the environment to distribute client definitions in a peer fashion. In this article we wanted to explore what a GUP is, how they can be useful, and proper implementation. X Symantec Endpoint Protection 14: Group Update Providers (GUP) The use of GUPs in your SEP environment can either be a useful tool or something that requires more management.
