Fcc And Telephone Company Requirements - IBM Aptiva Handbook

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If your IBM Aptiva Personal Computer comes with a modem
already installed, the following Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) and telephone company requirements
apply:
1.
The modem adapter card is located in the back of the
system unit. It complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. A
label is affixed to the built-in modem that contains,
among other things, the FCC registration number,
USOC, and Ringer Equivalency Number (REN) for this
equipment. If these numbers are requested, see
page 7-4 "Opening the system unit" to open the unit to
get the FCC registration number on the modem
card.Provide this information to your telephone
company.
2.
The REN is useful to determine the quantity of devices
you may connect to your telephone line and still have
those devices ring when your number is called. In most,
but not all areas, the sum of the RENs of all devices
should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number
of devices you may connect to your line, as determined
by the REN, you should call your local telephone
company to determine the maximum REN for your
calling area.
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3.
If the built-in modem causes harm to the telephone
network, the telephone company may discontinue your
service temporarily. If possible, they may notify you in
advance; if advance notice isn't practical, you will be
notified as soon as possible. You may be advised of
your right to file a complaint with the FCC.
4.
Your telephone company may make changes in its facil-
ities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could
affect the proper operation of your equipment. If they do,
you may be given advance notice so as to give you an
opportunity to maintain uninterrupted service.
5.
If you experience trouble with this built-in modem,
contact your Authorized Seller, or the IBM HelpCenter-
Aptiva PC, IBM Corporation, 3039 Cornwallis Rd., Bldg,
203, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-2195 1-919-
517-2800, for repair/warranty information. The tele-
phone company may ask you to disconnect this
equipment from the network until the problem has been
corrected, or until you are sure the equipment is not
malfunctioning.
6.
No customer repairs are possible to the modem.
7.
The modem may not be used on coin service provided
by the telephone company. Connection to party lines is
subject to state tariffs. Contact your state public utility
commission or corporation commission for information.
8.
When ordering network interface (NI) service from the
Local Exchange Carrier, specify service arrangement
USOC RJ11C.