IBM manual Fax Branding, ThinkPad R30 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide

2.The built-in modem is built into the ThinkPad computer. It complies with Part 68 of the FCC Rules. A label is affixed to the bottom of the computer that contains, among other things, the FCC registration number, USOC, and Ringer Equivalency Number (REN) for this equipment. If these numbers are requested, look at the label and provide this information to your telephone company.

3.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 (REN:0.7), you should call your local telephone company to determine the maximum REN for your calling area.

4.If the built-in modem causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily. If possible, they will notify you in advance. But, if advance notice isn’t practical, you will be notified as soon as possible. You will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC.

5.Your telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the proper operation of your equipment. If they do, you will be given advance notice so as to give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted service.

6.If you experience trouble with this built-in modem, contact your IBM Authorized Seller, or the IBM Corporation, 500 Columbus Avenue, Thornwood, NY 10594, 1-800-772-2227, for repair/warranty information. The telephone 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.

7.No customer repairs are possible to the modem. If you experience trouble with this equipment, contact your Authorized Seller or the IBM Corporation for information.

8.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.

9.When ordering network interface (NI) service from the Local Exchange Carrier, specify service arrangement USOC RJ11C.

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 of or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other individual sending the message and the telephone

68ThinkPad® R30 Series Service and Troubleshooting Guide