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Keysight Signal Generators
This manual provides documentation for the
following instruments:
MXG Signal Generator (Series A)
ESG Signal Generator
Security
Features and
Document of
Volatility

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Document Notices and Safety Information
Copyright and Warranty Disclaimers
Details copyright terms, legal disclaimers, and warranty limitations for the manual.
Safety Hazard Notifications
Explains CAUTION and WARNING hazard notices and user responsibilities for safe operation.
Finding Latest Information and Updates
Accessing Documentation and Email Subscriptions
Provides URLs for instrument documentation, software upgrades, and email update subscriptions.
Instrument Damage Prevention Resources
Links to resources for preventing instrument damage and maintaining operational integrity.
Keysight Support and Product Information
Locating Keysight Sales and Service Offices
Information on finding a local Keysight office via the internet for assistance.
Instrument Identification for Support
Specifies using model and serial number for efficient correspondence and support.
Products Covered and Document Scope
Manual Purpose and Covered Instruments
Outlines the manual's objective regarding instrument memory and security features for specific models.
Recommended Software Upgrade Guidance
Advises on essential firmware versions for specific instruments to ensure proper security function.
Security Terminology and Definitions
Data Eradication and Security Terms
Defines clearing, sanitization, instrument declassification, and secure erase procedures.
Instrument Memory and Volatility Details
MXG (Series A) Memory Component Breakdown
Details memory components, type, size, and usage for MXG (Series A) instruments.
ESG Memory Component Breakdown
Details memory components, type, size, and usage for ESG instruments.
Memory Clearing, Sanitization, and Removal Procedures
Erase All Procedure (Option 006)
Removes user files, calibrations, and resets values to factory defaults, making data inaccessible.
Erase and Overwrite All Procedure
Clears and overwrites various memory types with random characters for enhanced data erasure.
Erase and Sanitize All Procedure (Option 006)
Clears, overwrites, and repeats actions on memory types for comprehensive sanitization.
Clear Persistent State Information Procedure
Resets instrument setup, IQ Cal, and LAN settings to factory defaults without full memory erasure.
Secure Operation Modes and Display
Using and Activating Secure Mode
Explains how to activate Secure Mode for instruments with selectable security levels for data protection.
Enabling and Using Secure Display
Describes how to blank the instrument display and disable front panel keys for security.
Firmware Security Issues and Recovery
Firmware Update Procedure for Security
Details steps to update firmware to resolve potential security issues and prevent data loss.
Error Messages and System File Recovery
Addresses error messages post-sanitization and provides steps for recovering lost system files.
Declassifying Faulty Instruments
Processor and Hard Disk Disposal Procedures
Outlines procedures for handling Processor and Hard Disk assemblies of faulty instruments for declassification.
Document References and Resources
Key Standards and Technical Guides
Lists important standards, manuals, and guides for further technical information and compliance.

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