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The following measures are recommended for permanent data deletion:
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Use special software or paid services for thoroughly erasing data
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Hammer, or strongly magnetize, the hard disk to destroy the stored data
Be sure to delete the software, such as operating system(s) or applications, on your
hard disk when transferring your computer, to avoid conflict with the software
agreement(s).
Other Precautions
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Periodic back-up copies of your important data should be made to protect your data
in the event of hard disk failure or loss of the data. Use other storage devices for the
backup.
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Your computer is integrated with a magnet on the right side of the display. Be sure
to keep magnetic cards and floppy disks away from the right side of your computer
to prevent the data on the cards or floppy disks from being erased.
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Your computer has a sensor on the right side of the keyboard that responds to the
magnet. If the magnet gets close to the sensor:
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The backlight will be turned off.
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The system may enter the standby or the hibernate mode according to the
setting. (See Chapter 2.)
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