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Malwarebytes BETA for Windows

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Version: 5.6.2.264
Component package: 160.0.5674
Release Date: July 02, 2026
Release Notes: Malwarebytes Beta 5


What’s new
  • Onboarding scan progress now distinguishes between a preparation phase and an active scan phase, making it clearer what the product is doing during your first scan
  • The Help page and Tray menu now show simplified version information
Issues fixed
  • Improved usability of the Startup Application list and resolved an issue with application detection
  • Resolved an issue preventing the renewal payment notification from being displayed


Malwarebytes WHQL for Windows
Version: 5.6.2.264
Component package: 160.0.5677
Release Date: July 09, 2026
Release Notes: Malwarebytes 5


What’s New
  • Simplified adding files and folders to the Allow List, making it easier to manage your exclusions
Issues fixed
  • Resolved an issue preventing the Deep Scan results modal from displaying when many threats are detected during a scan
  • Fixed text wrapping issues on the Settings page
  • Fixed an issue causing tray notifications to appear off-screen when using multiple external monitors
 
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New Malwarebytes WHQL version 5.4.8.232 and component package update 149.0.5487 available

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Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8968)Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz32.00 GBIntel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
OS
Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8968)
Computer type
PC/Desktop
Manufacturer/Model
Dell Pro Max Tower T2 FCT2250
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz
Motherboard
64-bit operating system, x64-based processor
Memory
32.00 GB
Graphics Card(s)
Intel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
Sound Card
Realtek Audio
Monitor(s) Displays
Dell P2714H Monitor
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080
Hard Drives
1 x 512GB M.2 XG10d SED KIOXIA PCIe solid state drive (Internal)
1 x 2TB Seagate ST2000DM008-2UB102 HDD (Internal)
1 x 4TB Seagate STGX4000400 External HDD
1 x 6TB WD Elements AE 2689 External HDD
PSU
500 Watts
Cooling
Air
Keyboard
Microsoft Wired Keyboard 600
Mouse
Microsoft USB Basic Optical Mouse v2.0
Browser
Firefox
Antivirus
Windows Defender + Malwarebytes Premium
Other Info
BaseBoard Manufacturer Dell Inc.
BaseBoard Product 022RY57
BaseBoard Version A01
For BETA testers only. Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.5.0.237-150.0.5496 Beta has been made available. (16-February-2026)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5.4 Beta

What’s New
  • File Shredder: a brand-new addition to our Tools that allows users to permanently delete a file from their hard drive or even a USB.
  • Scan Report enhancements: improved scan report readability in the Advanced tab for scan duration and scan results; also added scan type in the exported scan report filename.
  • Improved Website blocked notifications: website block alerts can now show both a friendly app name and the filename (app.exe) for easier identification.
Issues Fixed
  • Detection history sorting: fixed an issue where detection history could sort dates/times incorrectly.
  • Fixed an issue where mbamservice might not load properly on Windows.
  • Minor UI and localization fixes.

Note: The release version to General Availability (GA) is v5.4.8.232-149.0.5487.
 

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Windows macOS Linux
OS
Windows macOS Linux
New Malwarebytes WHQL version 5.5.0.237 and component package update 150.0.5500 available
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My Computer My Computer

At a glance

Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8968)Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz32.00 GBIntel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
OS
Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8968)
Computer type
PC/Desktop
Manufacturer/Model
Dell Pro Max Tower T2 FCT2250
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz
Motherboard
64-bit operating system, x64-based processor
Memory
32.00 GB
Graphics Card(s)
Intel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
Sound Card
Realtek Audio
Monitor(s) Displays
Dell P2714H Monitor
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080
Hard Drives
1 x 512GB M.2 XG10d SED KIOXIA PCIe solid state drive (Internal)
1 x 2TB Seagate ST2000DM008-2UB102 HDD (Internal)
1 x 4TB Seagate STGX4000400 External HDD
1 x 6TB WD Elements AE 2689 External HDD
PSU
500 Watts
Cooling
Air
Keyboard
Microsoft Wired Keyboard 600
Mouse
Microsoft USB Basic Optical Mouse v2.0
Browser
Firefox
Antivirus
Windows Defender + Malwarebytes Premium
Other Info
BaseBoard Manufacturer Dell Inc.
BaseBoard Product 022RY57
BaseBoard Version A01
For BETA testers only. Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.5.1.240-151.0.5512 Beta has been made available. (26-February-2026)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5.5 Beta

What’s New
  • Minor graphical refinements for improved consistency and usability.
Issues Fixed
  • Fixed issues that could prevent Malwarebytes from launching in certain situations.
  • Fixed an issue when maximizing the application in multi-monitor setups.
  • “See Malwarebytes server location” link now points to the correct list of server locations.


Note: The release version to General Availability (GA) is v5.5.0.237-150.0.5500
 

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OS
Windows macOS Linux
New Malwarebytes WHQL version 5.5.1.240 and component package update 151.0.5515 available

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My Computer My Computer

At a glance

Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8968)Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz32.00 GBIntel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
OS
Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8968)
Computer type
PC/Desktop
Manufacturer/Model
Dell Pro Max Tower T2 FCT2250
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz
Motherboard
64-bit operating system, x64-based processor
Memory
32.00 GB
Graphics Card(s)
Intel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
Sound Card
Realtek Audio
Monitor(s) Displays
Dell P2714H Monitor
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080
Hard Drives
1 x 512GB M.2 XG10d SED KIOXIA PCIe solid state drive (Internal)
1 x 2TB Seagate ST2000DM008-2UB102 HDD (Internal)
1 x 4TB Seagate STGX4000400 External HDD
1 x 6TB WD Elements AE 2689 External HDD
PSU
500 Watts
Cooling
Air
Keyboard
Microsoft Wired Keyboard 600
Mouse
Microsoft USB Basic Optical Mouse v2.0
Browser
Firefox
Antivirus
Windows Defender + Malwarebytes Premium
Other Info
BaseBoard Manufacturer Dell Inc.
BaseBoard Product 022RY57
BaseBoard Version A01
Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.5.1.240-151.0.5515 has been released to General Availability (GA). (05-March-2026)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5

What’s New
  • Minor graphical refinements for improved consistency and usability.
Issues Fixed
  • Fixed issues that could prevent Malwarebytes from launching in certain situations.
  • Fixed an issue when maximizing the application in multi-monitor setups.
  • “See Malwarebytes server location” link now points to the correct list of server locations.

Digitally signed/Countersigned SHA-256: b60fd8adfa06e5d405f79c1bc43a3f7f38bc0898054c8479677a111e7c20d8a4
 

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Windows macOS Linux
OS
Windows macOS Linux
For BETA testers only. Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.5.2.242-152.0.5532 Beta has been made available. (13-March-2026)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5.5 Beta

What’s New
  • Simplified activation via MB-code through smarter input logic.
  • Exported Custom Scan Report now lists scanned folders.
Issues Fixed
  • Fixed Deep Scan naming in Scan Report.
  • Improved button labeling when completing an update in Tamper protection controls.
  • Resolved a glitch when opening Malwarebytes from the tray in a multi-monitor setup.
  • Addressed minor UI and localization issues.

Note: The release version to General Availability (GA) is v5.5.1.240-151.0.5515
 

My Computer My Computer

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Windows macOS Linux
OS
Windows macOS Linux
New Malwarebytes WHQL version 5.5.2.242 and component package update 152.0.5541 available

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My Computer My Computer

At a glance

Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8968)Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz32.00 GBIntel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
OS
Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8968)
Computer type
PC/Desktop
Manufacturer/Model
Dell Pro Max Tower T2 FCT2250
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz
Motherboard
64-bit operating system, x64-based processor
Memory
32.00 GB
Graphics Card(s)
Intel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
Sound Card
Realtek Audio
Monitor(s) Displays
Dell P2714H Monitor
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080
Hard Drives
1 x 512GB M.2 XG10d SED KIOXIA PCIe solid state drive (Internal)
1 x 2TB Seagate ST2000DM008-2UB102 HDD (Internal)
1 x 4TB Seagate STGX4000400 External HDD
1 x 6TB WD Elements AE 2689 External HDD
PSU
500 Watts
Cooling
Air
Keyboard
Microsoft Wired Keyboard 600
Mouse
Microsoft USB Basic Optical Mouse v2.0
Browser
Firefox
Antivirus
Windows Defender + Malwarebytes Premium
Other Info
BaseBoard Manufacturer Dell Inc.
BaseBoard Product 022RY57
BaseBoard Version A01
I see, now it's labeled as "Antivirus Software" - on the main site. Tho, when installed, still follows the old label: C:\Program Files\Malwarebytes\Anti-Malware And still works - side by side with Windows Defender Antivirus, doesn't disable it like any other Antivirus - so, not much has changed, other than some new features being added (like the A.I. part).
 

My Computer My Computer

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WinDOS 25H2Intel & AMDSO-DIMM SK Hynix 15.8 GB Dual-Channel DDR4-26...nVidia RTX 2060 6GB Mobile GPU (TU106M)
OS
WinDOS 25H2
Computer type
Laptop
CPU
Intel & AMD
Memory
SO-DIMM SK Hynix 15.8 GB Dual-Channel DDR4-2666 (2 x 8 GB) 1329MHz (19-19-19-43)
Graphics Card(s)
nVidia RTX 2060 6GB Mobile GPU (TU106M)
Sound Card
Onbord Realtek ALC1220
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080
Hard Drives
1x Samsung PM981 NVMe PCIe M.2 512GB / 1x Seagate Expansion ST1000LM035 1TB
One thing I wish Malwarebytes would do is hide the Malwarebytes VPN portion of the dashboard if I have it turned off OR remove the "Potentially exposed" message. Anyone who is connected to the Internet is probably potentially exposed, VPN or not. I realize it's just marketing to make me feel guilty about not spending more money.


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Windows 11 Professional 25H2Intel Core i9 11900K64GBNVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650
OS
Windows 11 Professional 25H2
Computer type
PC/Desktop
Manufacturer/Model
Digital Storm VELOX
CPU
Intel Core i9 11900K
Motherboard
ASUS PRIME Z590-P
Memory
64GB
Graphics Card(s)
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650
Sound Card
Realtek onboard
Monitor(s) Displays
Acer R221Q 21.5"
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080
Hard Drives
2 x Samsung SSD 990 EVO Plus (1 TB)
2 x Seagate ST4000NE001 (4 TB)
PSU
None
Case
VELOX
Cooling
Cooler Master
Keyboard
Logitech
Mouse
Kensington trackball
Browser
Firefox, Chrome
Antivirus
Windows Defender, Malwarebytes
Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.5.2.242-152.0.55441 has been released to General Availability (GA). (20-March-2026)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5

What’s New
  • Simplified activation via MB-code through smarter input logic
  • Exported Custom Scan Report now lists scanned folders
Issues Fixed
  • Fixed Deep Scan naming in Scan Report
  • Improved button labeling when completing an update in Tamper protection controls
  • Resolved a glitch when opening Malwarebytes from the tray in a multi-monitor setup
  • Addressed minor UI and localization issues

Digitally signed/Countersigned SHA-256: 4add94853b55119e4d43cdb66705301a358cccebdc7665fdd025cd227f1e9a76
 

My Computer My Computer

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Windows macOS Linux
OS
Windows macOS Linux

My Computer My Computer

At a glance

Windows 11 Professional 25H2Intel Core i9 11900K64GBNVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650
OS
Windows 11 Professional 25H2
Computer type
PC/Desktop
Manufacturer/Model
Digital Storm VELOX
CPU
Intel Core i9 11900K
Motherboard
ASUS PRIME Z590-P
Memory
64GB
Graphics Card(s)
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1650
Sound Card
Realtek onboard
Monitor(s) Displays
Acer R221Q 21.5"
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080
Hard Drives
2 x Samsung SSD 990 EVO Plus (1 TB)
2 x Seagate ST4000NE001 (4 TB)
PSU
None
Case
VELOX
Cooling
Cooler Master
Keyboard
Logitech
Mouse
Kensington trackball
Browser
Firefox, Chrome
Antivirus
Windows Defender, Malwarebytes
For BETA testers only. Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.5.3.246-153.0.5552 Beta has been made available. (27-March-2026)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5.5 Beta

What’s New
  • Webcam Monitoring: a new feature that notifies users when a program accesses their webcam, helping them detect and stop unwanted spying attempts. This feature is rolling out gradually and will become available to all users over the coming weeks
  • Added an info tip explaining what Quarantine is
Issues Fixed
  • Improved the messaging in the File Shredder confirmation modal when only 1 item is selected
  • Fixed spacing issues in the real-time protection report
  • Improved localization for the Dashboard section
  • Fixed an issue where the window could reopen stretched across multiple monitors
  • Adjusted the “Scan Duration” value shown when exporting a scan report

Note: The release version to General Availability (GA) is v5.5.2.242-152.0.55441
 

My Computer My Computer

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Windows macOS Linux
OS
Windows macOS Linux
Malwarebytes 5 for Windows v5.5.3.246-153.0.5555 has been released to General Availability (GA). (02-April-2026)

Attribution/Announcement: Malwarebytes 5

What’s New
  • Webcam Monitoring: a new feature that notifies users when a program accesses their webcam, helping them detect and stop unwanted spying attempts. This feature is rolling out gradually and will become available to all users over the coming weeks
  • Added an info tip explaining what Quarantine is
Issues Fixed
  • Improved the messaging in the File Shredder confirmation modal when only 1 item is selected
  • Fixed spacing issues in the real-time protection report
  • Improved localization for the Dashboard section
  • Fixed an issue where the window could reopen stretched across multiple monitors
  • Adjusted the “Scan Duration” value shown when exporting a scan report

Digitally signed/Countersigned SHA-256: Pending
 
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OS
Windows macOS Linux
Thanks.

When I check for update it says I'm up to date but when I look at "Info" it shows an older version. I am in Canada so maybe there is a delay.

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Windows 11 Pro x64 Version V23H2i7-8700KG.Skill Trident Z 3200MHz F4-3200C16D-16GTZ (...Intel UHD Graphics 630
OS
Windows 11 Pro x64 Version V23H2
Computer type
PC/Desktop
Manufacturer/Model
Custom
CPU
i7-8700K
Motherboard
Asus Maximus X Code - Z370
Memory
G.Skill Trident Z 3200MHz F4-3200C16D-16GTZ (2) 32GB
Graphics Card(s)
Intel UHD Graphics 630
Sound Card
Integrated ROG SupremeFX
Monitor(s) Displays
Asus VP279 27", Samsung BX2431 24"
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080
Hard Drives
Samsung M.2 NVMe 960 EVO 500GB Boot,
Samsung 840 EVO 250GB (System Copy Drive),
Samsung 860 EVO 1TB (Primary Data Drive),
WD Black 500GB (Data Copy Drive)
ICY Dock 5.25 2.5/3.5 Bays MB971SP-B
PSU
Corsair RM 650i +Gold
Case
Phanteks Enthroo Primo
Cooling
Corsair Hydro H150i, 360mm Rad & Five Corsair 140mm Pro ML Case Fans
Keyboard
das Keyboard MX Brown Mechanical Switches Model DASKMKPROSIL-3G7-r1.0
Mouse
Logitech MX Master 3 Wireless & Bluetooth
Internet Speed
500Mb +
Browser
Chrome (Pri), Firefox (Sec)
Antivirus
Malwarebytes Premium, SuperAntiSpyware Pro (Licensed)
Other Info
Microsoft LifeCam HD,
APC Back-UPS Pro 1500,
Macrium (Licensed),
Microsoft 365,
Wise Disk Cleaner,
Crystal Disk Info,
Screenpresso (Licensed),
AnyDesk (Licensed),
Thanks.

When I check for update it says I'm up to date but when I look at "Info" it shows an older version. I am in Canada so maybe there is a delay.

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I'm still on 552.2.242 here as well. I guess it will show up eventually.
 

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  • At a glance

    Windows 11 25H2Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX (24-Core)64GB DDR5 6400MT/sNVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 and Intel UHD Graphics
    OS
    Windows 11 25H2
    Computer type
    Laptop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Alienware 18 Area-51
    CPU
    Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX (24-Core)
    Motherboard
    Alienware
    Memory
    64GB DDR5 6400MT/s
    Graphics Card(s)
    NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 and Intel UHD Graphics
    Sound Card
    Onboard, Realtek high-performance Audio chips (ALC3329 & ALC1708))
    Monitor(s) Displays
    300HZ 18-inch QHD 500 nit Comfort View+
    Screen Resolution
    2560 x 1600
    Hard Drives
    2TB NVMe M.2 PCIe Gen 5 SSD
    Case
    Magnesium Alloy
    Cooling
    Advanced Cryo-Tech Quad-Fan Cooling system & large vapor chamber
    Keyboard
    Cherry MX ultra low profile mechanical keyboard with per key AlienFX RGB lighting
    Mouse
    Logitech MX Master 4
    Browser
    Vivaldi (main), Firefox, Chrome, Edge
    Antivirus
    MS Defender and Malwarebytes Free
  • At a glance

    Windows 11 25H2Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite (12 Core) ARM bas...16GB LPDDR5Qualcomm Adreno X1-85
    Operating System
    Windows 11 25H2
    Computer type
    Laptop
    Manufacturer/Model
    Microsoft Surface Laptop 7
    CPU
    Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite (12 Core) ARM based CPU
    Motherboard
    Microsoft Corp.
    Memory
    16GB LPDDR5
    Graphics card(s)
    Qualcomm Adreno X1-85
    Sound Card
    Omnisonic speakers with Dolby Atmos spatial sound
    Monitor(s) Displays
    120 Hz 13.8-inch 600 nit PixelSense Flow touchscreen
    Screen Resolution
    2304x1536
    Hard Drives
    1TB NVMe Gen 4 SSD
    Case
    Anodized Aluminum
    Cooling
    Traditional active cooling fan system
    Keyboard
    Mechanical QWERTY, backlit when in use
    Mouse
    Logitech MX Master 4 and Surface Arc Mouse
    Browser
    Vivaldi (main), Firefox, Chrome, Edge
    Antivirus
    MS Defender and Malwarebytes Free
Asked and answered. Thanks
 

My Computer My Computer

At a glance

Windows 11 Pro x64 Version V23H2i7-8700KG.Skill Trident Z 3200MHz F4-3200C16D-16GTZ (...Intel UHD Graphics 630
OS
Windows 11 Pro x64 Version V23H2
Computer type
PC/Desktop
Manufacturer/Model
Custom
CPU
i7-8700K
Motherboard
Asus Maximus X Code - Z370
Memory
G.Skill Trident Z 3200MHz F4-3200C16D-16GTZ (2) 32GB
Graphics Card(s)
Intel UHD Graphics 630
Sound Card
Integrated ROG SupremeFX
Monitor(s) Displays
Asus VP279 27", Samsung BX2431 24"
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080
Hard Drives
Samsung M.2 NVMe 960 EVO 500GB Boot,
Samsung 840 EVO 250GB (System Copy Drive),
Samsung 860 EVO 1TB (Primary Data Drive),
WD Black 500GB (Data Copy Drive)
ICY Dock 5.25 2.5/3.5 Bays MB971SP-B
PSU
Corsair RM 650i +Gold
Case
Phanteks Enthroo Primo
Cooling
Corsair Hydro H150i, 360mm Rad & Five Corsair 140mm Pro ML Case Fans
Keyboard
das Keyboard MX Brown Mechanical Switches Model DASKMKPROSIL-3G7-r1.0
Mouse
Logitech MX Master 3 Wireless & Bluetooth
Internet Speed
500Mb +
Browser
Chrome (Pri), Firefox (Sec)
Antivirus
Malwarebytes Premium, SuperAntiSpyware Pro (Licensed)
Other Info
Microsoft LifeCam HD,
APC Back-UPS Pro 1500,
Macrium (Licensed),
Microsoft 365,
Wise Disk Cleaner,
Crystal Disk Info,
Screenpresso (Licensed),
AnyDesk (Licensed),
New (Re-Released) Malwarebytes WHQL version 5.5.3.246 and component package update 1523.1.5565 available

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My Computer My Computer

At a glance

Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8968)Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz32.00 GBIntel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
OS
Windows 11 Pro 25H2 (Build 26200.8968)
Computer type
PC/Desktop
Manufacturer/Model
Dell Pro Max Tower T2 FCT2250
CPU
Intel Core Ultra 9 285 5.6 GHz
Motherboard
64-bit operating system, x64-based processor
Memory
32.00 GB
Graphics Card(s)
Intel Integrated Graphics (128 MB)
Sound Card
Realtek Audio
Monitor(s) Displays
Dell P2714H Monitor
Screen Resolution
1920 x 1080
Hard Drives
1 x 512GB M.2 XG10d SED KIOXIA PCIe solid state drive (Internal)
1 x 2TB Seagate ST2000DM008-2UB102 HDD (Internal)
1 x 4TB Seagate STGX4000400 External HDD
1 x 6TB WD Elements AE 2689 External HDD
PSU
500 Watts
Cooling
Air
Keyboard
Microsoft Wired Keyboard 600
Mouse
Microsoft USB Basic Optical Mouse v2.0
Browser
Firefox
Antivirus
Windows Defender + Malwarebytes Premium
Other Info
BaseBoard Manufacturer Dell Inc.
BaseBoard Product 022RY57
BaseBoard Version A01

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