Gateway Personal Computer User Manual

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102 www.gateway.comAppendix A: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal InformationThe Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) is used to determine the number of devices which may be connected tothe telephone line. Excessive RENs on a telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to anincoming call. In most areas, the sum of RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number ofdevices that may be connected to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact the local telephone company.If this device causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance thattemporary discontinuance of service may be required. The telephone company may request that you disconnectthe equipment until the problem is resolved.The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that couldaffect the operation of this equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice inorder for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.This equipment cannot be used on telephone company-provided coin service. Connection to party line service issubject to state tariffs. Contact the state public utility commission or public service commission for information.When programming or making test calls to emergency numbers:■ Remain on the line and briefly explain to the dispatcher the reason for the call.■ Perform such activities in the off-peak hours such as early morning or late evenings.The United States Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use acomputer or other electronic device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such messageclearly contains, in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of thetransmission, the date and time it is sent, an identification of the business, other entity, or other individualsending the message, and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, orindividual. Refer to your fax communication software documentation for details on how to comply with thefax-branding requirement.CanadaIndustry Canada (IC) Unintentional emitter per ICES-003This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as setout in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada.Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables auxappareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans le règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté par IndustrieCanada.Telecommunications per Industry Canada CS-03 (for products fitted with an IC-compliant modem)The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meetscertain telecommunications network protective, operation, and safety requirements. The Department does notguarantee the equipment will operate to the users’ satisfaction.Before installing this equipment, users should make sure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities ofthe local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method ofconnection. In some cases, the inside wiring associated with a single-line individual service may be extended bymeans of a certified connector assembly. The customer should be aware that compliance with the aboveconditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated bythe supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may givethe telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.Users should make sure, for their own protection, that the electrical ground connections of the power utility,telephone lines, and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution maybe particularly important in rural areas.