Appendix B: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information

■Touch a bare metal surface on the back of the computer.

■Unplug the power cord and the modem and network cables.

Before working with computer components, follow these guidelines:

■Avoid static-causing surfaces such as carpeted floors, plastic, and packing foam.

■Remove components from their antistatic bags only when you are ready to use them. Do not lay components on the outside of antistatic bags because only the inside of the bags provide electrostatic protection.

■Always hold expansion cards by their edges or their metal mounting brackets. Avoid touching the edge connectors and components on the cards. Never slide expansion cards or components over any surface.

Care during use

■Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it.

■Do not spill anything on the switch. The best way to avoid spills is to avoid eating and drinking near your switch.

■Some products have a replaceable CMOS battery on the system board. There is a danger of explosion if the CMOS battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace the battery with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

■When a computer is turned off, a small amount of electrical current still flows through it. To avoid electrical shock, always unplug all power cables and modem cables from the wall outlets before cleaning the switch.

■Unplug the switch from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified personnel if:

■The power cord or plug is damaged.

■Liquid has been spilled into the switch

■The switch does not operate correctly when the operating instructions are followed.

■The switch was dropped or the case is damaged.

■The switch performance changes.

Replacement parts and accessories

Use only replacement parts and accessories recommended by Gateway.

Important Do 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.

Warning To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord.

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