Peripheral component interconnect (PCI) card – FireWire
Product details
| Brand | FireWire |
|---|---|
| Product name | FIREWARE CARD |
| Model / type | PCI 3+3 COMBO XWT20101102 |
| Barcode | XWT20110104 |
| Category | Electrical appliances and equipment |
| Risk type | Environment |
| Risk level | Serious risk |
| Country of origin | People's Republic of China |
| Reported by | Czechia |
| Published | 17 November 2022 |
The hazard
The solder joint on the PCI card contains an excessive concentration of lead (measured value 36.0% by weight). Lead poses a risk to the environment. The product does not comply with the requirements of the Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment (ROHS2).
Product description
Peripheral component interconnect (PCI) card
Measures taken
- Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: Importer
- Category of measure(s): Withdrawal of the product from the market
- Date of entry into force: 14/09/2022
What should you do?
Check the brand, model and batch number or barcode against your product. If it matches, stop using it, unplug it and follow the measures above, or contact the seller or manufacturer. Keep the product and your receipt until you know whether you can get a refund, repair or replacement.
Official notice ↗ · Source: Safety Gate (European Commission)
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