Saving Data on the Hard DiskDo 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 ofT your computer while software applications are running or hard disk drive indfcator (^) ison.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. (C^'j^JSJp "Security Measures" and "SD MemoryCard/MultiMedia Card")iWindows!2000BiWimlowslXPJThis computer uses Microsoft® Windows® 2000 Professional.This computer uses Microsoft* Windows* XP Professional.-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 thehard disk is installed in a different computer, since a password is also set for the hard disk. When the hard diskis retumed to the original computer, you can read/write data as before. In this case, however, make the settingsin the Setup Utility exactly the same as they were before the hard disk was removed. (Note that this Hard DiskLock does not guarantee the complete protection of data.) (0*1^^32]* "Security Measures")Computer VirusesUsers 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 downloaded irom theInternet, e-mail, etc. (For compressed files, uncompress them before running a check).When Using Perlplieral DevicesPay strict attention to the following points to avoid damage to the computer, peripheral devices, cables, etc.Also, in addition to following this manual, carefully read the instruction manuals for the peripheral devicesbeing used.• 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.When Disposing of or Transferring Ownership of This DeviceWhen disposing of or transferring ownership of this device, erase all data on the hard disk in order to preventthe theft of hard disk data. Even if you delete data or initialize the hard disk through normal Windowscommands, data can still be read using special software. In order to erase all data, either have the data erasedby a specialist (at a charge) or use special software.Also note that transferring ownership of this device without deleting software from the hard disk may violatesoftware user's licen.ses.7