Hard Disk Data Erase Utility
This computer is equipped with a utility for erasing hard disk data.
When disposing of or transferring ownership of this device, erase all data on the hard disk in order to prevent the theft of hard disk data following the steps below.
The hard disk data erase utility erases data using an overwriting method, but there is a possibility that due to malfunc- tions or other operational errors, data may not be completely erased. There are also specialized devices that may be able to read data that has been erased using this method. If you need to erase highly confidential data, we recom- mend that you contact a company that specializes in this process. Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd. will bear no responsibility for losses or damages suffered as a result of the use of this utility.
Before Erasing Data
Preparing
zYou will need the Product Recovery
Confirm the followings
zBe sure the AC adaptor is connected until the procedure is completed.
zThis utility can only be used for internal hard disk. It cannot be used to erase data from external hard disks.
zThis utility cannot erase data from damaged disk.
zThis utility cannot erase data for specific partitions.
zAfter executing this utility, the computer cannot be booted from the hard disk.
zThe backup area and the data in the backup area will be erased.
Completely Erasing Data
<When the hard disk backup function has been enabled>
When the message [The Backup function has been enabled. If [Erase HDD] is exe- cuted, the Backup function will be disabled, and your Backup data will be lost.] appears, press the Y key.
When the message [Computer must be rebooted in order to execute [Erase HDD.]] appears, press the R key.
ATurn the computer on, and press the F2 key while [Panasonic] boot screen is displayed.
The Setup Utility will start up.
If the password has been set, enter the Supervisor Password, and press the Enter key. The [Boot] menu cannot be changed with User Pass-
word.
BSelect the [Boot] menu, then select [CD/DVD Drive] and press the F6 key until [CD/DVD Drive] is at the top of the [Boot] menu.
CPlace the Product Recovery
z When the disk cover does not open:
[CD/DVD Drive Power] has been set to [Off] in the [Main] menu. Per- form the following procedure.
Set [CD/DVD Drive Power] to [On].
Press the F10 key.
At the confirmation message, select [Yes] and press the Enter key.
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