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Panel PC 2100 user's manual V1.17
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1.2.6.3 Viruses and dangerous programs
This system is subject to potential risk each time data is exchanged or software is installed from a data storage
device (e.g. diskette, CD-ROM, USB flash drive, etc.), network connection or the Internet. The user is responsible
for assessing these risks, implementing preventive measures such as virus protection programs, firewalls, etc. and
making sure that software is obtained only from trusted sources.
1.2.7 Environmentally friendly disposal
All programmable controllers, operating/monitoring devices and uninterruptible power supplies from B&R are de-
signed to minimize harm to the environment as far as possible.
1.2.7.1 Separation of materials
It is necessary to separate out the different materials so that devices can undergo an environmentally friendly
recycling process.
Component
Disposal
Programmable logic controllers
Operating/Monitoring devices
Uninterruptible power supply
Batteries and rechargeable batteries
Cables
Electronics recycling
Cardboard/Paper packaging
Paper/Cardboard recycling
Plastic packaging material
Plastic recycling
Table 2: Environmentally friendly disposal
Disposal must take place in accordance with applicable legal regulations.
1.2.8 Security concept
To protect plants, systems, machines and networks against cyber threats, it is necessary to implement (and con-
tinuously maintain) an integrated security concept that is state of the art. B&R products and solutions form only
one part of such a concept.
The user is responsible for preventing unauthorized access to his plants, systems, machines and networks. Sys-
tems, machines and components should only be connected to the corporate network or Internet if and to the extent
necessary and appropriate protective measures (e.g. use of firewalls and network segmentation) have been taken.
B&R products and solutions are constantly being developed further to make them even more secure. B&R strongly
recommends that updates be performed as soon as the corresponding updates are available and that only the
latest product versions are used. Using outdated or unsupported versions can increase the risk of cyber threats.
1.2.9 Third-party software updates
This product contains third-party software (e.g. drivers, etc.). B&R only assumes warranty for updates/patches to
the third-party software if they have been officially released by B&R. Otherwise, updates/patches are undertaken
at your own risk.
1.2.10 Administrator accounts
A user with administrator rights has extensive access and manipulation options available on the system.
Therefore, make sure that your administrator accounts are adequately secured to prevent unauthorized changes.
Use secure passwords and a standard user account for regular operation. Further measures such as the use of
security guidelines are to be applied as needed.
