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Safety,
Regulatory, and
Legal Information
Important safety 
information
Your Gateway system is designed and tested to meet the latest standards 
for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe 
use of this product, it is important that the safety instructions marked on 
the product and in the documentation are followed.
WarningAlways follow these instructions to help 
guard against personal injury and damage 
to your Gateway system. 

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Setting up your system
■Read and follow all instructions marked on the product and in the documentation before you 
operate your system. Retain all safety and operating instructions for future use.
■D o  n o t  u s e  t h i s  p r o d u c t  n e a r  w a t e r  o r  a  h e a t  s o u r c e  s u c h  a s  a  r a d i a t o r.
■Set up the system on a stable work surface.
■The product should be operated only from the type of power...

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Replacement parts and accessories
Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by Gateway.
ImportantDo not use Gateway products in areas classified as 
hazardous locations. Such areas include patient care 
areas of medical and dental facilities, oxygen-laden 
environments, or industrial facilities.
WarningTo reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger 
telecommunications line cord. 

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Regulatory compliance 
statements
Wireless Guidance
Low power, Radio transmitting type devices (radio frequency (RF) wireless communication 
devices), may be present (embedded) in your notebook system. These devices may operate in the 
2.4 GHz (i.e. 802.11B/G LAN & Bluetooth) , 5.2 GHz (i.e. 802.11A LAN), and traditional cellular or 
PCS cellular bands (i.e. Cellular data modem). The following section is a general overview of...

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www.gateway.com WarningIn environments where the risk of interference to other 
devices or services is harmful or perceived as harmful, the 
option to use a wireless device may be restricted or 
eliminated. Airports, Hospitals, and Oxygen or flammable 
gas laden atmospheres are limited examples where use 
of wireless devices may be restricted or eliminated. When 
in environments where you are uncertain of the sanction 
to use wireless devices, ask the applicable...

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United States of America
Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Intentional emitter per FCC Part 15
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...

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FCC declaration of conformity
Responsible party:
Gateway Companies, Inc.
610 Gateway Drive, North Sioux City, SD 57049
(605) 232-2000   Fax: (605) 232-2023
Product:
■M500B1
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation of this product is subject to the 
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device 
must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired...

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Telecommunications per FCC part 68 
(applicable to products fitted with USA modems)
Your modem complies with Part 68 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) 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.
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Laser safety statement
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.
California Proposition 65 Warning
WarningUse of controls or...

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Notices
Copyright © 2003 Gateway, Inc.
All Rights Reserved
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Poway, CA 92064 USA
All Rights Reserved
This publication is protected by copyright and all rights are reserved. No part of it may be reproduced or 
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The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However, changes are 
made...