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Overview 1 Read this chapter to learn about the features and components of your NAS (Network Attached Storage).
Chapter 1: Overview Features The Gateway 860 NAS is a 1U, high-density, powerful, rack-mountable system that offers a new standard for flexible management and monitoring of servers by network administrators. Features include: ■ FC-PGA (Flip-Chip Pin Grid Array) 478 processor socket that supports Intel® Pentium® 4 processor up to 3.
Features ■ Rear panel connectors ■ PS/2 keyboard port ■ PS/2 mouse port ■ Serial port (for IPMI only) ■ SCSI port ■ VGA port ■ 2 LAN ports (RJ-45) www.gateway.
Chapter 1: Overview Front Enter button USB ports Power button Previous button Drive LEDs RS-232 serial port Power LED Next button Alarm LED Lock LAN LEDs LCD screen CD drive manual eject hole CD drive CD drive LED CD drive eject button 4 Item Description Power LED Indicates the presence of power in the NAS. Power button Press to turn the NAS on or off. USB ports Connect USB peripheral devices to these ports. BMC serial port Connect a UPS (uninterruptable power supply) to this port.
Front Item Description LCD screen Displays the NAS name, network settings, and number of events logged by the NAS. Next button Press to scroll through the menu and submenu items. Previous button Press to scroll through the menu and submenu items. Enter button Press to choose an option, to increase the numerical value of a setting, to make a selection, or change a setting. Exit button Press to close a submenu or return to the menu. CD drive CD drive for installing software.
Chapter 1: Overview LED Green Orange Meaning Alarm On Off NAS is operating normally. Off On System error. Off Off NAS is not turned on. On Off Network link is established. On On Network link is established and running at its supported speed. Off Off ■ LAN1 and 2 ■ 6 Network link is not established. The LAN cable is not working. www.gateway.
Rear Rear Fan Fan Power connector LAN activity LED LAN speed LED Cover screw PS/2 keyboard port PS/2 mouse port VGA port RS-232 serial port Cover screw SCSI connector LAN jacks Item Description Cover screws Secure the top access cover. Power connector Plug the power cord into this connector. Fan Cools the NAS. Be careful not to block the fan's ventilation holes. If the ventilation holes are blocked, overheating may occur.
Chapter 1: Overview Item Description PS/2 keyboard port Plug a PS/2 keyboard into this port. PS/2 mouse port Plug a a PS/2 mouse into this port. LAN jacks (LAN1, LAN2) Plug 10 Base-T, 100 Base-TX, or 1000 Base-T network cables into these jacks. VGA port Plug a monitor into this port. RS-232 serial port Plug a UPS or other serial device into this port. SCSI connector Plug a SCSI device into this connector.
LCD screen LCD screen The LCD screen is a 2-line by 12-character screen that lets you see the name, settings, date and time, event status, CPU temperature, and fan speed of the NAS. Normally the NAS name and the IP address of the LAN 1 or 2 connection also appears on the LCD screen. A configuration program built into the NAS lets you configure the network settings, view general data about the NAS, and turn off or restart the NAS.
Chapter 1: Overview Storage The NAS supplies you with the following media storage: ■ CD drive ■ High-capacity Serial-ATA hard drive CD drive The CD drive lets you access data on CDs. The drive cannot read DVDs or burn CD-Rs or CD-RWs. To insert a CD into the CD drive: 1 Press the eject button located on the front of the CD drive. The disc tray opens. 2 Place the CD onto the disc tray. Make sure that the label or title side of the disc is facing upward.
Storage Caring for your CDs ■ Keep your CDs in a CD case when not in use to avoid scratches or other damage. Any kind of dirt or damage can affect the data on the disc or stop the drive from successfully reading the disc. ■ When handling discs, always hold them by the edges to avoid smudges or fingerprints. ■ When cleaning discs, use a clean, dust-free cloth and wipe in a straight line from the center to the edge. Do not wipe in a circular motion. ■ Clean your CD drive periodically.
Chapter 1: Overview Hardware RAID layout The NAS is recognized by the host computer’s operating system as two logical drives. The two logical drives are configured to RAID levels 0+1 and 5. The system volume, installed with the host operating system, is organized as RAID 0+1 and the data volume is organized as RAID 5. The volume layout for the NAS is illustrated below.
Storage RAID volume computation Depending on the hard drive capacity, the system volume and data volume capacity can have different sizes.
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Setting Up 2 This chapter provides the instructions on how to set up your NAS and connect basic and optional peripherals.
Chapter 2: Setting Up Requirements Selecting a site Before unpacking and installing the NAS, select a suitable installation site for maximum efficiency. Consider the following factors when choosing a site: ■ Near a grounded power outlet ■ Clean and dust-free ■ Sturdy surface free from vibration ■ Well-ventilated and away from sources of heat ■ Protected from electromagnetic fields produced by electrical devices such as air conditioners and radio and TV transmitters.
Requirements Cabinet installation technical details Take note of the following information when planning where and how to install the NAS: Ambient temperature The maximum operating temperature of the NAS is 95°F (35°C) and the relative humidity of the NAS is in the range 20% to 80% (non-condensing). Careful consideration should be given to installing the NAS in an environment compatible with 95°F (35°C) maximum ambient temperature.
Chapter 2: Setting Up Circuit overloading Appropriate consideration should be given when connecting the supply circuit to the NAS to avoid any circuit overload. The system nameplate rating should be used when addressing concerns about circuit overload. Warning Make sure that the site has the necessary capacity to handle the NAS. Overloading electrical supply circuits is extremely hazardous.
Installing on a table top Installing on a table top To install the NAS on a table top: 1 2 Attach the provided rubber feet to the NAS. 3 Place the NAS on the table top. Place the NAS in an upright position so that the bottom is facing up, then apply the adhesive surfaces of the rubber feet on the bottom of the NAS as illustrated below. www.gateway.
Chapter 2: Setting Up Installing into a server cabinet Cabinet installation precautions Before installing the NAS, take the following precautions: 20 ■ The NAS is heavy. To minimize the chances of injuries, make sure that two or more people help in installing the NAS. ■ Do not place heavy objects on the NAS. ■ Before installing, mark its intended position in the rack with a felt-tip pen. Mounting the NAS so it is not level could result in malfunctions.
Installing into a server cabinet To install the NAS into a server cabinet: 1 Use a screwdriver to remove the four screws that hold the plastic covers to the sides of the NAS. 2 Use six of the supplied flat-head screws to attach the mounting ears on both sides of the NAS. www.gateway.
Chapter 2: Setting Up 22 3 Temporarily fasten the rails to the sides of the NAS using the supplied round-head screws. Position the rails based on the rack depth. 4 Using the hexagonal head screws, fasten the brackets to the back of the rack frame. www.gateway.
Installing into a server cabinet 5 Two or more people must assist in lifting the NAS. Slide the back of the rails into the brackets. 6 Using the hexagonal screws, secure the mounting ears to the front of the rack frame. www.gateway.
Chapter 2: Setting Up 7 24 Fasten the back of the rails to the brackets with the round-head screws. www.gateway.
Installing into a server cabinet 8 Secure the rails on both sides of the NAS by tightening the round-head screws. www.gateway.
Chapter 2: Setting Up Connecting cables The NAS, a monitor, a keyboard, and a mouse constitute the basic NAS system. Before connecting any other peripherals, first connect the keyboard and mouse to test if the NAS is running correctly. To connect the basic peripheral devices: 1 26 Connect the monitor cable into the monitor/VGA connector located on the rear panel. www.gateway.
Connecting cables 2 Connect the PS/2 keyboard and mouse into the PS/2 connectors located on the rear panel. www.gateway.
Chapter 2: Setting Up 3 28 Connect the power cord to the power connector located on the rear panel, then connect the other end to a correctly grounded power outlet. www.gateway.
Turning on your NAS Turning on your NAS After making sure that you have set up the NAS correctly and connected all the required cables, you can turn on your NAS. To turn on your NAS: 1 Open the control bay cover then press the power button. The NAS starts and displays a welcome message. After that, a series of power-on self test (POST) messages appear. The POST messages indicate whether the NAS is running correctly.
Chapter 2: Setting Up Troubleshooting If the NAS does not boot after you turn it on, check the following factors that might have caused the boot failure: 30 ■ The external power cable may be loosely connected. Check the power cable connection from the power source to the power cable connector on the rear panel. Make sure that the cable is correctly connected to the power source and to the power cable connector. ■ No power comes from the grounded power outlet.
Turning off your NAS Turning off your NAS ■ Do not use the power button to shut down the NAS. ■ When the NAS shuts down, all services running on the NAS are forcibly terminated. Before shutting down the NAS, make sure no users are currently accessing the NAS. If you shut down the NAS while a file is being edited, the contents of the file may be damaged. To turn off your NAS from Microsoft® Windows®: 1 On the Windows taskbar, click Start, Shut Down, then click OK.
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Customizing Your NAS 3 Read this chapter to learn how to add options and install or remove the hot-swap hard drives.
Chapter 3: Customizing Your NAS Precautions Before you install any computer component, we recommend that you read the following sections. These sections contain important ESD precautions along with pre-installation and post-installation instructions. Preventing static electricity discharge The components inside your computer are extremely sensitive to static electricity, also known as electrostatic discharge (ESD).
Expanding connectivity Expanding connectivity Ports let you connect peripheral devices to your NAS. For instructions on how to connect different external devices to the NAS, see your peripheral device user’s guide for instructions. Built-in networking The built-in network feature lets you connect your NAS to an Ethernet-based (10/100/1000 Mbps) network.
Chapter 3: Customizing Your NAS USB The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is a high-speed serial bus which lets you connect and daisy-chain USB peripherals without using system resources. Your NAS has two USB ports available on the front panel. 36 www.gateway.
Upgrading Upgrading Your NAS delivers superior power and performance. However, some users and the applications they use may demand more. This NAS lets you upgrade key components when you need increased performance or more storage space. The NAS supports Serial ATA hard drives. Important Because all hard drives have different cooling power and vibration characteristics, specific hard drive types have been validated to be compatible with the NAS. For more information, contact Gateway Technical Support.
Chapter 3: Customizing Your NAS 6 7 38 Insert the hard drive carrier into the bay and lock it into place. Replace the front bezel, then lock the control bay cover. The new hard drive’s status LED lights up. The RAID recovery begins. www.gateway.
Configuring the NAS 4 This chapter describes how to configure the NAS, perform NAS functions, and view events on the NAS’s LCD screen.
Chapter 4: Configuring the NAS Overview The LCD screen lets you see at a glance the name, firmware version, and total number of events logged by the NAS. Normally, the Windows monitoring agent and the drivers send the messages that appear on the LCD screen. You can instantly configure the NAS and view error events on the LCD screen without needing to run the Administrative Tool program in Microsoft Windows.
Main menu Main menu The LCD menu contains the following options: Setting Description View Info Displays information about the firmware and number of events that occurred in the NAS. Network Lets you view and manually or automatically set the NAS’s IP address.
Chapter 4: Configuring the NAS You can press any button on the front panel of the NAS to enter the main menu. To move through the options, press the Previous or Next button until the option you want is highlighted. To select a highlighted menu option, press the Enter button. View Info This option lets you view the name, firmware version number, and the total number of system events listed in the event log. (Example) WNASE 4013622 1.2.
Main menu 5 Select DHCP1 On if you want to get an IP address assigned automatically from the NAS, then press the Enter button. - OR Select DHCP1 Off if you want to manually set the IP settings (IP address, net mask, and gateway IP address), then press the Enter button. An asterisk appears next to the DHCP On or DHCP Off option. 6 Select OK, then press the Enter button. The “Wait host respond” message appears on the LCD screen. After a few seconds, the “Setting OK” message appears.
Chapter 4: Configuring the NAS 10 11 Enter the gateway IP address, then press the Exit button to end input. Select OK, then press the Enter button. The “Wait host respond” message appears on the LCD screen. After a few seconds, the “Setting OK” message appears. Configuring the LAN2 setting DHCP This option lets the NAS automatically obtain IP settings from the LAN2 host. To configure LAN2 using DHCP: 1 2 Press the Enter button. 3 4 5 Select LAN 2, then press the Enter button.
Main menu Manual This function gives you the option to manually enter the IP, net mask and gateway IP address of the LAN2 host. To configure LAN2 manually: 1 2 Press the Enter button. 3 4 5 6 Select LAN 2, then press the Enter button. Press the Next or Previous button to select Network on the Main menu, then press the Enter button. Select Manual, then press the Enter button. Select IPAddr2, then press the Enter button. Enter the IP address by pressing the Enter button to increase number input.
Chapter 4: Configuring the NAS Date/Time This option is used to set and view the date and time on the NAS. Setting the date and time To set the date and time: 1 2 Press the Enter button. 3 4 5 Select Set Date, then press the Enter button. Press the Next or Previous button to select Date/Time on the Main menu, then press the Enter button. Select Input date, then press the Enter button. Enter the date (month/day/year) and time (hour:minute:second) by pressing the Enter button to increase number input.
Main menu System Info The SystemInfo menu displays the processor temperature and fan speed reading. Viewing the CPU temperature To view the CPU temperature: 1 2 3 Press the Enter button. Press the Next or Previous button to select SystemInfo on the Main menu, then press the Enter button. Select CPU, then press the Enter button. The “Wait host respond” message appears on the LCD screen. After a few seconds, the processor temperature appears.
Chapter 4: Configuring the NAS View Event Use this submenu to display the events logged by the NAS or programs. These event logs display hardware and software information about the NAS, as monitored by the Microsoft Windows Administrative Tool - Event Viewer. For information about using the Event Viewer, see the Event Viewer’s online help. To view system events: 1 2 Press the Enter button. 3 The current event log’s sequence number, event type, and event ID are displayed on the LCD screen.
Main menu 3 Select Shutdown, then press the Enter button. The “Wait for host respond” message appears. After a few seconds the “Shutdown OK” message appears and the NAS shuts down. Rebooting the NAS To reboot the NAS: 1 2 3 Press the Enter button. Press the Next or Previous button to select ShutDown on the Main menu, then press the Enter button. Select Reboot, then press the Enter button. The “Wait for host respond” message appears.
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System Management 5 This chapter gives information about the software programs and utilities bundled with your NAS. Your NAS supports the following system management utilities: ■ Windows Installer. This component of any Microsoft Windows operating system lets you install drivers for network, hard drive, and other component functions. For more information, see “Windows installer” on page 52. ■ RAID Configuration. This program lets you change the RAID configuration.
Chapter 5: System Management Windows installer Your NAS's Windows operating system includes drivers and service support for network, hard drive, and LCD functions. For installation procedures, refer to the related README documents in the individual directories. Important The NAS is preinstalled with all the drivers and services necessary for the NAS to function correctly. This section is provided for software updates.
Windows installer Includes drivers and utilities to provide advanced NIC management functions such as fail over or aggregation. For more information, see the Intel Network driver’s online Help. ■ Disk driver Provides performance improvement for the drive IO(s). You can update the driver using the Device Manager utility. In the SCSI and RAID controllers device type option, select a device such as (PDC20275-66) UDMA133 PCI ATA 2 Channel IDE Host Adapter to update your driver.
Chapter 5: System Management RAID Configuration This utility lets you change the default RAID configuration, such as the system volume size and the RAID level of your hard drive. Caution Using the RAID Configuration utility erases all data previously saved in the hard drives. Make sure that you back up important files before starting the configuration process. Important If you change the system volume size, you should restart the NAS.
RAID Configuration 7 Select 0, 1, or 5, then press ENTER. The program prompts you to confirm your choice of the new RAID level. 8 Press Y and press ENTER to confirm the level, or press N and press ENTER to abort. The program displays the message “The RAID configuration is changed, all data will be lost after you confirm the change. Are you sure?” 9 Press Y and press ENTER to apply the changes (all data will be lost), or press N and press ENTER to abort the changes.
Chapter 5: System Management System Image Restoration This utility lets you restore the system image factory default settings. Caution Using the System Image Restoration utility removes all data on the system volume. Make sure that you back up important files before starting the restoration process. To restore the system image: 56 1 Insert the 860 SATA NAS Restoration CD disc 1 into the CD drive and boot to the CD. The Main Menu opens.
NAS Explorer NAS Explorer NAS Explorer allows NAS server management via the Web, standard network, or dial-up connections. This utility lets you view the basic NAS configuration, retrieve events, and configure the NAS from a remote computer.
Chapter 5: System Management Running NAS Explorer To run NAS Explorer: ■ Click Start, Programs, NAS Explorer, then click NAS Explorer. The NAS Explorer window appears. NAS Explorer user interface NAS Explorer’s easy-to-use interface lets you remotely configure the NAS on the network. NAS servers Server information Server command buttons NAS Explorer command buttons 58 Component Description NAS Servers Lists the NASs discovered by the utility.
NAS Explorer Component Description Server command buttons These commands apply to the NAS: ■ ■ ■ ■ NAS Explorer command buttons Network — Retrieves a NAS’s IP address and DNS settings automatically from the NAS’s DHCP, or you can manually set the NAS’s IP address, Subnet mask, Gateway IP address, and DNS server address to connect to the network. Settings — Lets you remotely configure and manage your NAS. Event Log — Displays events logged by the NAS. Reboot — Reboots the NAS.
Chapter 5: System Management Configuring the NAS’s network setting To configure the NAS’s network setting: 1 On the NAS Servers list, click a server name, then click Network. The Network Config window opens. 2 3 Click the LAN host. Click Obtain an IP address automatically to obtain an IP address from a DHCP server. - OR Click Use the following IP address to manually enter the NAS’s IP address and subnet mask. You can also enter the NAS’s gateway IP address and DNS NAS’s IP address.
NAS Explorer 4 5 Click OK. The login dialog box appears. Enter the NAS’s user name and password, then click OK. Configuring the search range setting You can add, modify, or delete search ranges. Adding a search range To add a search range: 1 On the Gateway NAS Explorer window, click Search, then click Search Settings. The Search Range List window appears. 2 Set the search speed for discovering a NAS on the network. www.gateway.
Chapter 5: System Management 62 3 Double-click a client interface in the Search Range list. The Search Range window appears. 4 Click Add. The Add Search Range dialog box appears. 5 Specify the range of IP addresses from which NAS Explorer will start and end its search. 6 Click Apply. www.gateway.
NAS Explorer Modifying a search range To modify a search range: 1 2 3 Double-click a client interface in the Search Range list. 4 Click Apply. Click Modify. Enter the new range of IP addresses from which NAS Explorer will start and end its search. Deleting a search range To delete a search range: 1 2 Double-click a client interface in the Search Range list. Click Delete. Resetting a search range To reset a search range: 1 2 Double-click a client interface in the Search Range list.
Chapter 5: System Management Archiving a search range To archive a search range: 1 2 In the Search Range List window, select the search range you want to save. Click Save As. - OR Click the Automatically save this range set check box to save the default.sr. file to your hard drive. 3 Click the Reload automatically on startup check box to load the file during system startup. 4 5 In the File name box, type a name for the archived log file. Click Save.
NAS Explorer Managing event logs Viewing an event log To view an event log: 1 On the NAS Explorer window, click the Event Log button. The Event Log window appears. The Event Log is displayed with the Windows Event Viewer tool. It starts automatically when you connect to the NAS. See to the Event Viewer’s online help for detailed information about the Event Viewer.
Chapter 5: System Management The Logs pane shows a heirarchical view of the logs recorded by the Windows Event Viewer. Log type Description Application Events logged by applications in the NAS. System Events logged by Windows system components. Security Security events logged by the NAS. SAK alerts Events logged by the Windows SAK in the NAS. The Details pane shows the different event types and details of each event.
NAS Explorer 3 In the Details pane, double-click an event to view the event’s detailed information. The Detail Event Log window appears. 4 To view details about the previous or next event, click the Up and Dn buttons. www.gateway.
Chapter 5: System Management Searching for specific types of events To search for specific types of events: 1 68 On the NAS Explorer window, click the Event Log button. The Event Log window appears. www.gateway.
NAS Explorer 2 3 4 5 In the System Event Log Search Settings area, select the type of search interval. The types of search interval include: Search interval Description Retrieve all Recovers all events in the NAS. Since last retrieval Recovers the last event viewed on the NAS Explorer. Retrieval interval Recovers a specific event that occurred in the NAS. Enter the specific date and time of the event log. Select an event. Click Start.
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Troubleshooting 6 Read this chapter for instructions on dealing with common problems. If problems still persist, contact Gateway Technical Support.
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Telephone support Before calling Gateway Technical Support If you have a technical problem with your NAS, follow these recommendations before contacting Gateway Technical Support: 72 ■ Make sure that your NAS is connected correctly to a grounded AC outlet that is supplying power. ■ If a peripheral device, such as a keyboard or mouse, does not appear to work, make sure that all cables are plugged in securely and plugged into the correct port or jack.
Telephone support Telephone support Gateway offers a wide range of customer service, technical support, and information services. Telephone numbers You can access the following services through your telephone to get answers to your questions: Resource Service description How to reach Fax on demand support Order a catalog of documents on common problems, then order documents by document numbers. The documents will be faxed to you.
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting Safety guidelines While troubleshooting your NAS, follow these safety guidelines: ■ Never remove the top cover while your NAS is turned on and while the network cable and the power cords are connected. ■ Make sure that you are grounded correctly before opening the NAS. For more information about preventing damage from static electricity, see “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 34.
Troubleshooting steps Troubleshooting steps The NAS does not work. ■ Make sure that the power button on the front panel is turned on. ■ Make sure that the power cable is connected correctly. ■ Turn off the NAS by pressing the power button, then restart the NAS. During the startup procedure, the NAS checks the file system. The length of this check varies depending on the amount of data on the NAS (in some extreme cases, it can take as long as two hours). The NAS cannot be accessed from a browser.
Chapter 6: Troubleshooting A peripheral device connected to a USB connector does not work. ■ Reduce the number of external devices connected to a USB hub. ■ See the documentation that comes with the device. Cannot eject CD drive tray ■ 76 Insert the tip of a straightened paper clip into the manual eject hole of the CD drive tray. www.gateway.
Glossary A 10 Base-T A UTP cable consisting of four pairs of two wires (8 conductors) each, twisted together into a single unshielded set (the cable is not enclosed in a metallic mesh for blocking electromagnetic noise). Also referred to as a twisted pair cable, it is commonly used for connection in Ethernet-based local area networks.
Appendix A: Glossary 100 Base-TX A UTP cable consisting of four pairs of two wires (8 conductors) each, twisted together into a single unshielded set (the cable is not enclosed in a metallic mesh for blocking electromagnetic noise). This is referred to as a twisted pair cable. These cables meet the category 5 specifications for such cables.
Hub A switching device through which a number of devices (such as computers) can be connected to a network. Since connected devices are arrayed with the hub at the center, this type of connection is referred to as a star topology. Most hubs used with the Internet are equipped with a signal amplifier (repeater) to support physical extensions. IP address An identifier used to indicate the addresses of devices (such as computers) that are connected to a network.
Appendix A: Glossary NFS (Network File System) A method for sharing files over a network. NFS makes it possible to use files located on another computer on the network as if they were located on your own machine. A trademark of Sun Microsystems, it is primarily used with UNIX, but has also been adapted for use with Microsoft Windows operating systems. Operating system Basic software that manages and controls operation of a computer. Microsoft® Windows® and UNIX are operating systems.
RAID 10 RAID 10 is a combination of RAID 0 and RAID 1, striping and disk mirroring. RAID Level 10 combines the fast performance of Level 0 with the data redundancy of Level 1. In this configuration, data is distributed across several drives, similar to Level 0. Then the data are duplicated to another set of drives for data protection. RAID 10 provides the highest read/write performance of any of the hybrid RAID levels. RAID 0+1 RAID 0+1 is a mirrored array whose segments are RAID 0 arrays.
Appendix A: Glossary TCP/IP protocol Generally used to refer to the established set of means and procedures by which devices connected to a TCP/IP network communicate with one another. TCP/IP is the most widely used of the various protocols, and is also used on the Internet. Volume set Volume set is a single logical device. It is organized in a RAID level with one or more physical drives. A volume set must be created either on an existing RAID set or on a group of available individual drives.
Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information B Important safety information Your Gateway system is designed and tested to meet the latest standards for safety of information technology equipment. However, to ensure safe use of this product, it is important that the safety instructions marked on the product and in the documentation are followed. Warning Always follow these instructions to help guard against personal injury and damage to your Gateway system.
Appendix B: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information Setting up your system 84 ■ Read and follow all instructions marked on the product and in the documentation before you operate your system. Retain all safety and operating instructions for future use. ■ Do not use this product near water or a heat source such as a radiator. ■ Set up the system on a stable work surface. ■ The product should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the rating label.
Care during use ■ Do not walk on the power cord or allow anything to rest on it. ■ Do not spill anything on the system. The best way to avoid spills is to avoid eating and drinking near your system. ■ 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.
Appendix B: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information Regulatory compliance statements United States of America Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Unintentional emitter per FCC Part 15 This device 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 in a residential installation.
Caution Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Gateway could void the FCC compliance and negate your authority to operate the product. Telecommunications per Part 68 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR 47) (applicable to products fitted with USA modems) Your modem complies with Part 68 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR 47) rules. On the computer or modem card is a label that contains the CFR registration number and Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) for this device.
Appendix B: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information Canada Industry Canada (IC) Unintentional emitter per ICES-003 This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of Industry Canada.
Laser safety statement All Gateway systems equipped with CD and DVD drives comply with the appropriate safety standards, including IEC 825. The laser devices in these components are classified as “Class 1 Laser Products” under a US Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard. Should the unit ever need servicing, contact an authorized service location.
Appendix B: Safety, Regulatory, and Legal Information Notices Copyright © 2003 Gateway, Inc. All Rights Reserved 14303 Gateway Place Poway, CA 92064 USA All Rights Reserved This publication is protected by copyright and all rights are reserved. No part of it may be reproduced or transmitted by any means or in any form, without prior consent in writing from Gateway. The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate. However, changes are made periodically.
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