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A comment on El Reg suggest it has to do with tool-less access to the inside where there are wires and running fans. Another raises a valid point that regulatio
by yread 14y ago
A comment on El Reg suggest it has to do with tool-less access to the inside where there are wires and running fans. Another raises a valid point that regulation like this is sometimes good for the companies as when something bad happens to the consumer they can just point to the regulation and say we've done what is required by the law.
- TillE 14y agoUnlikely, unless there's a very specific detail involved. I've seen plenty of computer cases in Germany that are designed to be opened up with just two fingers (those screws with a large grippy area).
- astrodust 14y agoApple's computer is the only one so far to be affected by these regulations. It's possible that a screw, even one like that, qualifies as some kind of mechanical barrier to entry. Apple's tab apparently doesn't even though, ironically, it can be locked to prevent access to the components within. You'd think if they just slapped a zip-tie on the outside of the case they'd be able to get approval.