Data Management And Security; Initialize All Data/Settings Function - Canon imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX C7700 Series Service Manual

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Data Management and Security

The imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX C7700 Series machines offer several ways
to protect and secure data. It is strongly recommended that a backup and
security system is in place, along with an antivirus protection system to make
sure that no data on the hard disk drives are lost, stolen, or compromised.
There are several security methods available from Canon U.S.A., Inc. that
appropriately addresses a customer's needs for securing data.
Customer
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Data/Settings)
imageRUNNER ADVANCE Trusted Platform Module
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• Data Encryption Kit
• Optional Security Kits (HDD Data Erase Kit and Mirroring Kit)
CAUTION
Canon U.S.A., Inc. is not liable for any damages resulting from the loss
or corruption of data. (See the DISCLAIMER, on page

1. Initialize All Data/Settings Function

The Initialize All Data/Settings function is a standard function on all Canon
devices. This setting is available in the Management Mode, to which the
system administrator must authenticate. Performing this function, erases
all user information on the hard disk drive of the machine (e.g., contact
information, Advance Box and Mail Box data, network settings, and image
data). The initialize All Data/Settings feature is enhanced to support up to
nine (9) times data erase. This process may take more than 30 minutes to
complete.
IMPORTANT
The Initialize All Data/Settings deletes the FAT (File Allocation Table) and
overwrites the target HDD data area with "0" (zeros) one time.
imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX C7700 Series Service Guide
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imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX C7700 Series Service Guide
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(Initialize All
for further details.)
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