Panasonic CF-18 Series Operating Instructions Manual page 7

When Using Peripheral Devices
Pay strict attention to the following points to avoid damage to the computer, peripheral devices, cables, etc.
Also, in addition to following this manual and the Reference Manual, carefully read the operating instruc-
tions for the peripheral devices being used.
Use only peripheral devices that conform to the computer's specifications.
Connect the devices properly, paying close attention to the condition and position of the connectors.
If a connection cannot be made easily, do not apply undue force; check once more to confirm the condi-
tion and position of the connector (alignment of pins, etc.) .
If the connector has holding screws, fasten the screws firmly.
Do not carry the computer with cables attached, and do not pull on the cables forcefully.
Saving Data on the Hard Disk
Do not expose your computer to shock.
Use care when handling your computer, shock may damage your hard disk or make your software appli-
cations and data unusable.
Do not power down your computer while software applications are running or hard disk drive
indicator ( ) is on.
Properly shut Windows* down to avoid problems.
Save all valuable data to disks.
Backing up data to disks will limit damage should trouble occur to your computer or should you inad-
vertently change or erase data.
Use the security function for all important data. (
*
This computer uses Microsoft
Hard Disk Lock
When the Hard Disk Lock is set to [Enable], it is impossible to read/write data from/to the hard disk when the
hard disk is installed in a different computer, since a password is also set for the hard disk. When the hard disk
is returned to the original computer, you can read/write data as before. In this case, however, make the settings
in the Setup Utility exactly the same as they were before the hard disk was removed. (Note that this Hard Disk
Lock does not guarantee the complete protection of data.) (
Computer Viruses
Users are advised to purchase the latest versions of virus protection software and use them regularly.
We recommend you run the software:
• When booting your computer.
• After receiving data.
We recommend that you check data received on disks or from external sources, such as data down-
loaded from the Internet, e-mail, etc. (For compressed files, uncompress them before running a check).
When Disposing of or Transferring Ownership of This Device
When disposing of or transferring ownership of this device, completely erase all data on the hard disk in
order to prevent the theft of hard disk data. Even if you delete data or initialize the hard disk through normal
Windows commands, data can still be read using special software. In order to erase all data, either have the
data erased by a specialist (at a charge) or use the hard disk data erase utility (included) (
(Note that this hard disk data erase utility does not guarantee that data will be completely erased.)
Also note that transferring ownership of this device without deleting software from the hard disk may
violate software user's licenses.
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