FAQs for Automatic Data Processing Machine

FAQs for Automatic Data Processing Machine

Q.1.What is the definition and scope under the title Automatic Data Processing (ADP) Machines in reference to the notified order?

Automatic Data Processing Machines cover –
  1. Data Preparation Equipment
  2. Data Processing Equipment
  3. Data Storage Equipment
  4. Personal Computer *
  5.  Plotter
  6. Printer
  7.  Scanner
  8.  VDU
  9.  Desktop Computers are specially exempted from the coverage under the Electronics and IT Goods (Requirement for Compulsory           Registration) Order, 2012.

Q.2. Is “Session Border Controller” or “Unified Communication Server” used for data storage part of ADP?

By the definition and classification of ADP, these products are covered within the scope of the Order.

Q.3.Whether mini robot operates through cloud computing with knowledge based and equipped with artificial intelligence and moves around according to commands covered under CRO under ADPM product category ?

This mini robot falls under the category of robotics and not under ADPM.

Q.4.Is “Session Border Controller” or “Unified Communication Server” used for data storage part of ADP?

By the definition and classification of ADP, these products are covered within the scope of the Order.

Q.5.Do Electronic Data Projectors, Electronic Cinema Projectors, Electronic meeting room projectors etc., which are video projection units, require registration?

Electronic Data Projectors, Electronic Cinema Projectors, Electronic meeting room projectors etc., are video projection units and all these are data process equipment and hence are covered under scope of Electronics and IT Goods (Requirement for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2012 as ADP machines.

Q.6.Does Network attach storage (NAS) device connected to a computer network for data require registration?

Network attach storage (NAS) device which is connected to a computer network is a data storage device covered under scope of Electronics and IT Goods (Requirement for Compulsory Registration) Order, 2012 as ADP machines.

Q.7.Is desktop computer included in the list under automatic data processing machines, since it does not appear as a separate item?

The desktop is automatic data processing equipment as per the definition. But, the desktop computer is not covered under the provisions of the said order.