Dell Inspiron 8500 - Manual (Page 7)

Round Rock, Texas 78682 USA
512-338-4400
Modem Regulatory Information
This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. On the bottom of your computer is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration
number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for your equipment. If requested, you must provide this information to the telephone company.
The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices that may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the
devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most areas, the sum of all the RENs on your telephone line should be less than five to ensure proper
service from the telephone company. To be certain of the number of devices that you may connect to a line, as determined by the total RENs, contact your local
telephone company.
The registration jack Universal Service Order Code (USOC) used by this equipment is RJ-11C. An FCC compliant telephone cord and modular plug is provided
with this equipment. This equipment is designed to be connected to the telephone network or premises wiring using a compatible modular jack that is Part 68
compliant.
This equipment cannot be used on public coin-phone service provided by the telephone company. Connection to party line service is subject to state tariffs.
There are no user serviceable parts on the modem contained in your computer.
If your telephone equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that service may be temporarily
discontinued. If advance notice is not practical, the telephone company will notify you as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a
complaint with the FCC if you believe it is necessary.
The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the operation of this equipment. If this
happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make necessary modifications to maintain uninterrupted service.If you
experience trouble with this telephone equipment, see "Contacting Dell" in your Owner's Manual to find the appropriate telephone number for obtaining
customer assistance. If the equipment is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request that you disconnect the equipment
until the problem is resolved.
Fax Branding
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including fax machines, to send
any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the
date and time it is sent, identification of the business, other entity, or individual sending the message, and the telephone number of the sending machine or
such business, other entity, or individual. The telephone number provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or
long-distance transmission charges.
IC Notice (Canada Only)
Most Dell computers (and other Dell digital apparatus) are classified by the Industry Canada (IC) Interference-Causing Equipment Standard #3 (ICES-003) as
Class B digital devices. To determine which classification (Class A or B) applies to your computer (or other Dell digital apparatus), examine all registration labels
located on the bottom, side, or the back panel of your computer (or other digital apparatus). A statement in the form of "IC Class A ICES-003" or "IC Class B
ICES-003" will be located on one of these labels. Note that Industry Canada regulations provide that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Dell
could void your authority to operate this equipment.
Modem Regulatory Information
The IC label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets telecommunications network protective, operational, and safety
requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document(s). The IC label does not guarantee that the equipment
will operate to the user's satisfaction.
Before installing this equipment, users should ensure 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. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may
not prevent degradation of service in some situations.