
Notice
Notice
Cabletron Systems reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information
contained in this document without prior notice. The reader should in all cases consult
Cabletron Systems to determine whether any such changes have been made.
The hardware, firmware, or software described in this manual is subject to change without
notice.
IN NO EVENT SHALL CABLETRON SYSTEMS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL,
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER (INCLUDING
BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOST PROFITS) ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS
MANUAL OR THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN IT, EVEN IF CABLETRON SYSTEMS
HAS BEEN ADVISED OF, KNOWN, OR SHOULD HAVE KNOWN, THE POSSIBILITY OF
SUCH DAMAGES.
Cabletron Systems, Inc.
35 Industrial Way
Rochester, NH 03867
©February 2000 by Cabletron Systems, Inc.
All Rights Reserved
Printed in the United States of America
Order Number: 9033276
Cabletron is a registered trademark and SmartStack is a trademark of Cabletr o n S ystems, Inc.
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FCC Notice
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interfer ence, an d (2 ) this device mu st accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment uses, generates, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and if not installed in accordance with the operator’s manu al, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at
his own expense.
WARNING: Changes or modifications made to this device which are not express ly approved
by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
VCCI Notice
This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Coun cil f or
Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is used in a
domestic environment, radio disturbance may arise. When such trouble occurs , the user may
be required to take corrective actions.
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Industry Canada Notice
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions fr om digital
apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites
applicables aux appareils numériques de la class A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le
brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Com mu nications du Canada.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Application of Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC
73/23/EEC
Manufacturer’s Name: Cabletron Systems, Inc.
Manufacturer’s Address: 35 Industrial Way
PO Box 5005
Rochester, NH 03867
European Representative Name: Mr. J. Solari
European Representative Address: Cabletron Systems Limited
Nexus House, Ne wbury Busines s Park
London Road, Newbury
Berkshire RG14 2PZ, England
Conformance to Directive(s)/Product Standards: EC Directive 89/336/EEC
EC Directive 73/23/EEC
EN 55022
EN 50082-1
EN 60950
Equipment Type/Environment: Networking Equipment, for use in a
Commercial or Light Industrial Environment.
We the undersigned, hereby declare, under our sole responsibility, that the equipment
packaged with this notice conforms to the above directives.
Manufacturer Legal Representative in Europe
Mr. Ronald Fotino Mr. J. Solari
___________________________________ ___________________________________
Full Name Full Name
Compliance Engineering Manager Managing Director - E.M.E.A.
___________________________________ ___________________________________
Title Title
Rochester, NH, USA Newbury, Berkshire, England
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Location Location
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