Refer to this how to permanently disable the firewall with pictures
http://kb.eset.com/esetkb/
Main Topics
Browse All TopicsI want to use Windows firewall and turn it off in Eset Smart Security. So, I do this: turn it off in Eset and turn it on in Windows Firewall. But each time I start the laptop, both firewalls are activated. How do I permanently turn it off in Eset? (There were no option to disable it when installing in the first place.)
I have a Windows XP Pro SP3 32-bit.
This Question has been solved and asker verified All Experts Exchange premium technology solutions are available to subscription members.
Experts Exchange has been collecting answers to technology questions since 1996…3 million and counting! If you have a question, chances are we already have your answer.
If you can't find the exact answer you're looking for, ask our exclusive community of 50,000 experts. You’ll get a personalized answer from a trusted professional.
Thousands of free tech tips, tricks, how-to’s and tutorials are available in our peer reviewed articles section. See for yourself how smart our experts are, no login required.
Access the answers to your technology questions today.
30-day free trial. Register in 60 seconds.
Members of the expert community talk about why the experience at Experts Exchange is different than what you will find anywhere else.

Try it out and discover for yourself.
30-day free trial. Register in 60 seconds.
Join the community of experts here and help other tech pros by answering question in your area of expertise. You can earn FREE access to all Experts Exchange's premium features and resources.
Refer to this how to permanently disable the firewall with pictures
http://kb.eset.com/esetkb/
Business Accounts
Answer for Membership
by: wiscomPosted on 2009-09-01 at 07:43:31ID: 25232090
Hi,
index?page =content&i d=SOLN564
How about this ?
"How do I disable the ESET Smart Security Personal firewall?"
http://kb.eset.com/esetkb/
A/