Does it require a FCC Mark if the system is assembled from parts in compliance with FCC?

Question

We are selling a specialized computer system -- computer, monitor, and UPS in one metal & glass frame [similar to the all-in-one computer]. All the parts, the pc, the monitor, the UPS, and the cables are from Dell website, with FCC mark. We simply help to put the whole system into the metal & glass frame.

Do we need to apply for a FCC test on the unit or no?

"Specific requirements have been set up by the FCC under Rules and Regulations, Title 47, Part 15 Subpart B. "

"It is illegal to sell or even advertise Class A or Class B products until their radiated and conducted emissions have been measured and proven to be in compliance with FCC regulations. Specialized radiated and conducted EMI test procedures must be followed completely and correctly. "

Answer 1

Your case is in a grey area of Class A or Class B product. You should send your product spec. and assembly procedure to FCC for sure. This can save you and your money.

EMI is a big & deep problem and demand a lot of design work. As you have described, in normal situations the EMI of your product should be reduced, i.e. less than the sum of PC plus UPS plus monitor. However, some artistic design of metal casing or glass casing would boot up the level of EMI is some area, which would like the audio effect of a speaker - loud in front but weak in the back.