If you are using McAfee Windows Security Suite 11.6 (on Windows 7, 8, or 8.1), you will see the Time to Upgrade message. This message appears on your computer to let you know that it is time for you to upgrade your McAfee software to the latest version because your version is no longer supported.
This is message appears because as newer versions of McAfee become available, they no longer develop or maintain the older versions. So, for you to continue to enjoy all of the benefits, features and capabilities McAfee has to offer, you must upgrade. This upgrade message will give you the option to upgrade now. All McAfee support for 11.6 ended on March 4, 2015.For more information about McAfee upgrades, please read the following McAfee help articles:
Upgrade from the Time to Upgrade Message
1. When you start your computer, the McAfee upgrade message appears.2. Click the Upgrade me button to start the upgrade process.
3. Follow the prompts on each screen. See the Installing and Uninstalling McAfee article for more help.
4. Reboot your computer.
NOTE: See the Using McAfee: Features article for more help.
Manually Upgrade McAfee
1. Right-click the McAfee icon in the System Tray at the bottom right of your screen.2. Click Check for updates.
3.After the update check has finished, follow the prompts to upgrade your product.
4.To verify that your product is up-to-date, click About and check the date in the McAfee VirusScan section.
5. Reboot your computer.