Important InformationData SecurityWe recommend observing the security precautionsdescribed in this section, in order to prevent thefollowing:– loss, disclosure, falsification, or theft of userinformation– unauthorized use of the unit– interference or suspension of use caused by anunauthorized partyWe cannot be responsible for damages resultingfrom the misuse of this product.User information is defined as the following:– Phonebook names, phone numbers, and IPaddresses– Forwarding destination numbers– Numbers stored in One-touch Dialing buttons– Passwords used to log in to the Web user interface– Call logsPreventing Data Loss• Keep a copy of all important data (such as thephonebook list) in case the machine malfunctionsand data cannot be recovered.• There is a risk that data stored or saved on the unitmay be changed or deleted when, for instance, theunit is being repaired. To protect important datafrom unexpected damage, see Data Security(Page 8).Preventing Data Disclosure• Store backups in a secure location.• Do not store sensitive personal information in theunit.• Personal information (such as the phonebook listand call log) can be registered and/or saved on thisunit. To prevent data leakage or unexpecteddamages, make a record of necessary userinformation, etc., and initialize the unit to return it toits factory settings in the following cases.– When passing on or disposing of the unit– When lending the unit– When having the unit repaired• Make sure the unit is serviced by only a certifiedtechnician.• When user information is sent from the unit to a PCor other external device, the confidentiality of thatinformation becomes the responsibility of thecustomer. Before disposing of the PC or otherexternal device, ensure that data cannot beretrieved from it by formatting the hard disk and/orrendering it physically unusable.Preventing Data Disclosure Over theNetwork• To ensure the security of private conversations,only connect the unit to a secure network.• To prevent unauthorized access, only connect theunit to a network that is properly managed.• Make sure all personal computers that areconnected to the unit employ up-to-date securitymeasures.Security Information• Security settings, such as passwords, cannot beundone at Panasonic service centers. Takemeasures to prevent passwords from being lost orforgotten.• If a password is forgotten, initialize the unit andconfigure the settings again. For details, consultyour administrator or dealer.• For best security, set passwords that cannot beguessed easily, and change passwordsperiodically.• If using SSL authentication, an NTP server mustalso be specified. Furthermore, if SSLauthentication is performed without specifying anNTP server, authentication will be unconditionallyvalidated without confirming the validity of the SSLcertificate.8 Operating Instructions Document Version 2014-11Important Information