Panther System
®
Operator’s Manual
AW-17791-001 Rev. 002 (EN)
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System Administration
Option Description
Password
Expiration Period
(days)
Select this field to adjust how many days the operator
password remains valid on the system (between 0–365
days).
Number of login
failures for user
disabling
Select this field to configure the system to disable a user
account after a specified number of consecutive failed log on
attempts (between 0–10 attempts).
Table 106. Security Management Options (Continued)
l Panther system passwords should be kept private and not shared with any other user.
l Hologic recommends the use of strong passwords, for example 25!aMa2299.
Cybersecurity and Data Protection
To support data integrity, confidentiality and security, the Panther instrument prevents the
installation and execution of unauthorized software and disallows unauthorized changes
to the system software. The Panther database is also encrypted. In addition to these
protective measures, it is recommended to take the following actions to ensure the
Panther is protected and secure:
l The computer USB ports should only be used in accordance with the instructions
provided with the Panther System. Always ensure the external USB flash drive or
portable storage medium is virus-free and not used on public or home computers.
l If the instrument is connected to a network, Hologic requires a firewall be placed
between the Panther instrument and the network in order to protect against malicious
network threats. Hologic will provide an approved hardware firewall.
l The Panther instrument prevents unauthorized use of the computer CD/DVD. The
CD/DVD is restricted to Field Service Engineer functions.
l Ensure all external storage devices are kept in a secure location and only available to
authorized personnel.
Overall, please keep in mind that all employees are responsible for the integrity,
confidentiality, and availability of the data being processed, transmitted, and stored on the
Panther System. Failure to follow these recommendations could increase the risk of
exposure to a virus, spyware, Trojan or hostile code intrusion. If any of these are
suspected, please contact Hologic Technical Support as soon as possible.
Power Save Management
Manually enter and exit the Power Save state through the Logoff/Shutdown screen or
configure the system to automatically enter or exit the Power Save state based upon user
configurable criteria. It is also possible to exit the Power Save state by loading or
removing a Reagent Rack from the system. Once in the Power Save state, the system
reduces energy consumption by powering off the vacuum and reducing power to modules
not necessary for non-processing states. System LEDs are off when in this state.
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