Power Adapters Used with IBM RDX Back Up Disk Hard Drives Recalled Due to Shock Hazard
CPSC Recall Notice
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-390.
This recall involves power adapters sold with IBM RDX removable back up hard disk drives. The data storage devices were sold with a power adapter that fits various country specific plugs. "Hon-Kwang Electric (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd" is printed on the adapters. IBM and RDX are printed on the back up hard disk drives.
Corrective Action (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-390.
Consumers should immediately stop using the power adapters and contact your IBM service provider to determine if their adaptor is involved in this recall. Consumers with the affected adapters will receive a free replacement adapter.
✅ What you should do
- Stop using the product if you own it.
- Check the model number, lot code, or sell-by date against the recall notice above.
- Contact Ibm Authorized Distributors And Resellers Nationwide From January 2009 Through July 2009 For Between $330 And $760. or the retailer where you bought it for a refund, replacement, or repair.
- For the most current official instructions, visit the CPSC recall page.
- If you've been hurt by this product, report the incident to CPSC.
Consumer Contact (per CPSC)
Source: U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) — official agency notice for recall CPSC-390.
For additional information, contact IBM at (800) 426-7378 anytime. Consumers can also visit the firm's Web site at www.ibm.com/storage
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Ibm Authorized Distributors And Resellers Nationwide From January 2009 Through July 2009 For Between $330 And $760. Recall FAQ
Ibm Authorized Distributors And Resellers Nationwide From January 2009 Through July 2009 For Between $330 And $760. is the subject of an electronics recall: Power Adapters Used with IBM RDX Back Up Disk Hard Drives Recalled Due to Shock Hazard. The notice was published on November 10, 2009 by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC). Approximately 90 units are potentially affected.