18 Batter y Char gerw w w . d e l l . c o m | s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m Information Technology Equipment (ITE), including devices, expansioncards, printers, input/output (I/O) devices, monitors, and so on, that areintegrated into or connected to the computer should match theelectromagnetic environment classification of the computer.A Notice About Shielded Signal Cables: Use only shielded cables forconnecting devices to any Dell device to reduce the possibility ofinterference with radio communications services. Using shielded cablesensures that you maintain the appropriate EMC classification for theintended environment. For parallel printers, a cable is available from Dell.If you prefer, you can order a cable from Dell on the World Wide Web ataccessories.us.dell.com/sna/category.asp?category_id=4117.Most Dell computers are classified for Class B environments. However, theinclusion of certain options can change the rating of some configurations toClass A. To determine the electromagnetic classification for your computeror device, refer to the following sections specific for each regulatory agency.Each section provides country-specific EMC/EMI or product safetyinformation.FCC Notices (U.S. Only)Most Dell computers are classified by the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) as Class B digital devices. To determine whichclassification applies to your computer, examine all FCC registration labelslocated on the bottom or back panel of your computer, on card-mountingbrackets, and on the cards themselves. If any one of the labels carries a ClassA rating, your entire computer is considered to be a Class A digital device. Ifall labels carry an FCC Class B rating as distinguished by either an FCC IDnumber or the FCC logo, ( ), your computer is considered to be a Class Bdigital device.Once you have determined your computer’s FCC classification, read theappropriate FCC notice. Note that FCC regulations provide that changesor modifications not expressly approved by Dell could void your authority tooperate this equipment.
