Advantech EPC-R4710, Руководство пользователя

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4.3.2 Repair Process
4.3.2.1 Obtaining an RMA Number
All returns from customers must be authorized with an Advantech Return Merchan -
dise Authorization (RMA) number. Any returns of defective units or parts without valid
RMA numbers will not be accepted; they will be returned to the customer at the cus -
tomer's cost without prior notice.
An RMA number is only an authorization for returning a product; it is not an approval
for repair or replacement. When requesting an RMA number, please access Advant -
ech's RMA web site: http://erma.Advantech.com.tw with an authorized user ID and
password.
You must fill out basic product and customer information and describe the problems
encountered in detail in “Problem Description”. Vague entries such as “does not
work” and “failure” are not acceptable.
If you are uncertain about the cause of the problem, please contact Advantech's
Application Engineers (AE). They may be able to find a solution that does not require
sending the product for repair.
The serial number of the whole set is required if only a key defective part is returned
for repair. Otherwise, the case will be regarded as out-of-warranty.
4.3.2.2 Returning the Product for Repair
It's possible customers can save time and meet end-user requirements by returning
defective products to any authorized Advantech repair facility without an extra cross-
regional charges. Users are required to contact the local repair center before pursu -
ing global repair services.
We recommend returning products without accessories (manuals, cables, etc.).
Remove any unnecessary components from the product, such as CPU, DRAM, and
CF card. If you send all these parts back (because you believe they may be part of
the problem), please note clearly that they are included. Otherwise, Advantech is not
responsible for any items not listed. Make sure the “Problem Description“ is
enclosed.
European Customers that are located outside European Union are requested to use
UPS as the forwarding company. We strongly recommend adding a packing list to all
shipments. Please prepare a shipment invoice according to the following guidelines
to decrease goods clearance time:
1. Give a low value to the product on the invoice, or additional charges will be lev -
ied by customs that will be borne by the sender.
2. Add information “Invoice for customs purposes only with no commercial value”
on the shipment invoice.
3. Show RMA numbers, product serial numbers and warranty status on the ship -
ment invoice.
4. Add information about country of origin of goods
In addition, please attach an invoice with RMA number to the carton, then write the
RMA number on the outside of the carton and attach the packing slip to save han -
dling time. Please also address the parts directly to the Service Department and mark
the package "Attn. RMA Service Department”.
All products must be returned in properly packed ESD material or anti-static bags.
Advantech reserves the right to return unrepaired items at the customer's cost if inap -
propriately packed.