Preface© 2007-2009, NEC Computers S.A.S. All rights reserved.Environmental InformationThis product is prepared for recycling, and was the subject of restrictions on both chlorinated andbrominated flame retardants and polymers, and heavy metals such as cadmium, mercury and lead.ENERGY STAR ® ComplianceNEC computers bearing the ENERGY STAR® logo are compliant with theENERGY STAR® specifications for computers set forth by the EnvironmentalProtection Agency (EPA). As an ENERGY STAR® Partner,NEC Computers S.A.S. has determined that the products marked with theENERGY STAR® logo meet the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energyefficiency.NEC computers that have earned the ENERGY STAR® logo help save energy(and then money), through special energy-efficient designs, which allow them touse less energy to perform regular tasks, and automatically enter a low-power mode when not in use.ENERGY STAR ® power management features place monitors and computers into a low-power modeafter a period of inactivity. They have been set for the ENERGY STAR ® -compliant configurations asfollows:• after 15 minutes of inactivity for the monitor• after 30 minutes of inactivity for the computer.Simply touching the mouse or keyboard wakes the computer and monitor in seconds.By choosing an ENERGY STAR® -compliant computer, you help fight global warming and promotecleaner air without sacrificing the product quality and performance you expect from an NEC computer.More information at http://www.energystar.gov.Product DisposalThe Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive requires that usedelectrical and electronic products must be disposed of separately from normal householdwaste in order to promote reuse, recycling, other forms of recovery and to reduce thequantity of waste to be eliminated with a view to reducing landfill. This includesaccessories such as a keyboard, mouse, remote control, speakers, etc. When you dispose ofsuch products, please follow the agreement made between you and NEC Computers S.A.S.and/or your retailer.Battery DisposalWarning: there is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced or disposed of infire. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.Ultimate disposal of the batteries should be handled according to all national laws and regulations. Do notplace used batteries in your regular waste: the incineration, landfilling or mixing of batteries with themunicipal solid waste stream is prohibited by law in most countries. Contact your local wastemanagement officials for other information regarding the environmentally sound collection, recycling,and disposal of the batteries.10