Gateway E-475m Manual

APPENDIXA
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Legal Information
•Important safety information
•Regulatory compliance statements
•Environmental information
•Notices 

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Important safety information
Your Gateway notebook is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of 
information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this notebook, it is important 
that the safety instructions marked on the notebook and in the documentation are followed.
Setting up your system
•Read and follow all instructions marked on the notebook and in the documentation 
before you operate your notebook. Retain all safety and...

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•Unplug the notebook from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel if:•The power cord or plug is damaged.•Liquid has been spilled into the notebook.•The notebook does not operate properly when the operating instructions are 
followed.
•The notebook was dropped or the cabinet is damaged.•The notebook performance changes.
Replacement parts and accessories
Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by Gateway.
Regulatory compliance 
statements
Wireless...

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Additional limitations, cautions, and concerns for specific countries are listed in the specific 
country sections (or country group sections). The wireless devices in your system are only 
qualified for use in the countries identified by the Radio Approval Marks on the system rating 
label. If the country you will be using the wireless device in, is not listed, please contact your 
local Radio Approval agency for requirements. Wireless devices are closely regulated and...

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The FCC has set a general guideline of 8 inches (20 cm) separation between the device and the 
body, for use of a wireless device near the body (this does not include extremities). This device 
should be used more than 8 inches (20 cm) from the body when wireless devices are on. The 
power output of the wireless device (or devices), which may be embedded in your notebook, 
is well below the RF exposure limits as set by the FCC.
The wireless devices installed in this system are...

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California Proposition 65 Warning
Mercury Warning
Telecommunications per Part 68 of the Code of 
Federal Regulations (CFR 47) (applicable to products 
fitted with USA modems)
Your modem complies with Part 68 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR 47) rules. On the 
computer or modem card is a label that contains the FCC registration number and Ringer 
Equivalence Number (REN) for this device. If requested, this information must be provided to 
the telephone company.
A...

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Canada
Industry Canada (IC) Intentional emitter per RSS 210
Low power, Radio transmitter type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication 
devices), operating in the 2.4 GHz band and/or 5.15 – 5.35 GHz band, may be present (embedded) 
in your notebook system. This section is only applicable if these devices are present. Refer to 
the system label to verify the presence of wireless devices.
Wireless devices that may be in your system are only qualified for use in Canada if an...

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Before installing this equipment, users should make sure that it is permissible to be connected 
to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed 
using an acceptable method of connection. In some cases, the inside wiring associated with a 
single-line individual service may be extended by means of a certified connector assembly. The 
customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent...

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All Gateway systems equipped with CD and DVD drives comply with the appropriate safety 
standards, including IEC 825. The laser devices in these components are classified as “Class 1 
Laser Products” under a US Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation 
Performance Standard. Should the unit ever need servicing, contact an authorized service 
location.
EPA ENERGY STAR
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, Gateway has 
determined that this product meets the 
ENERGY STAR guidelines...

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Notices
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The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. 
However, changes are made periodically. These changes are...