Instead of just wiping the software and quitting, this mode allows the user to point to the installer of the new antivirus they intend to use (e.g., Broadcom Endpoint Security or a competitor).
In the world of enterprise IT, software uninstallation is rarely as simple as clicking a button. Residual files, stubborn registry keys, and corrupted drivers often linger, causing conflicts with new installations or system instability. For users of Broadcom’s Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP), the utility serves as the essential "nuclear option" for ensuring a truly blank slate. Purpose and Necessity symantec cleanwipe removal tool