Panasonic KX WP1050 - Manual (Page 11)

Introduction
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Security cautions
When using this product, take appropriate measures to avoid the following security
breaches.
L
Leaks of private information via this product
L
Illegal use of this product by a third party
L Interference or suspension of the use of this product by a third party
Take the following measures to avoid security breaches:
L
To prevent illegal access, keep the update firmware (If you do not have the latest version
of firmware, this can lead to blocked access or information leaks).
L
When downloading data from the Internet, ensure that viruses or illegal programs are
not inadvertently downloaded.
L You are responsible for the security settings, such as user name and password, to
access this product. This information is transferred in plain text format between the base
unit and your computer. This information should not be made available to any third
parties outside the user group.
L Place this product where it is unlikely to be stolen.
L
You are responsible for this product’s user information, such as contact list, Internet
settings etc. This information should not be made available to any third parties outside
the user group.
L You are responsible for keeping a record of the user name and password used for the
PPPoE connection. Depending on the Internet service provider you use, the user name
and password for the PPPoE connection may be transferred in plain text format.
L You are responsible for using No Encryption mode for the wireless security setting,
since there is a risk of sent/received data being intercepted by a third party.
L
When sending this product to be repaired with a company not related to Panasonic,
make a back-up file of the base unit settings, if necessary, and reset this product to
factory default.
L
When transferring this product to another party, make a back-up file of the base unit
settings, if necessary, and reset this product to factory default.
L When disposing of this product, reset this product to factory default, or erase information
by means of electrical deletion or physical dismantlement.
User Name and Password Protection
The use of a unique User Name and secret Password for accessing to the base unit is an
important tool that will help limit unauthorized individuals from accessing the base unit.
Also a secret password for your Skype account prevents a third party from using your
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