{"id":4687,"date":"2026-05-13T06:16:02","date_gmt":"2026-05-13T06:16:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lp.szlogic.cn\/knowledge-center\/what-is-the-fcc-federal-communications-commission\/"},"modified":"2026-05-25T10:27:56","modified_gmt":"2026-05-25T10:27:56","slug":"what-is-the-fcc-federal-communications-commission","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lp.szlogic.cn\/ru\/knowledge-center\/what-is-the-fcc-federal-communications-commission","title":{"rendered":"Understanding the FCC and Its Role in Product Compliance"},"content":{"rendered":"
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✅ Introduction: What the FCC Does and Why It Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC)<\/strong> is an independent U.S. government agency responsible for regulating interstate and international communications by radio, television, wire, satellite, and cable.Its main mission is to ensure that electronic and communication devices operate safely and do not cause harmful interference to other equipment or public networks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For manufacturers and system integrators, understanding the FCC\u2019s requirements is essential before marketing electronic products in the United States. In particular, the FCC\u2019s equipment authorization process<\/strong> ensures that all devices emitting or affected by radio frequency (RF) energy meet electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)<\/a> standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

✅ Key FCC Regulations for Networking Products<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

FCC Part 15 \u2014 Radio Frequency Devices and EMC<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

FCC Part 15<\/strong> covers electronic products that intentionally or unintentionally radiate RF energy, including Wi-Fi routers, Ethernet switches, PoE devices, and computers.Part 15 defines emission limits<\/strong>, testing procedures, and labeling rules to minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI)<\/a>.Even devices without wireless functions\u2014such as Ethernet ports or digital controllers\u2014can fall under Part 15 because they may produce unintentional emissions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

FCC Part 68 \u2014 Telephone Terminal Equipment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Part 68<\/strong> applies to devices that connect directly to the public switched telephone network (PSTN), such as VoIP gateways or analog adapters.It ensures that connected equipment does not harm the telephone network or disrupt its operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

✅ FCC Equipment Authorization Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Before a product can be marketed or sold in the U.S., it must undergo an FCC equipment authorization<\/strong> process, which includes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Identifying applicable FCC rule parts<\/strong> (e.g., Part 15 or Part 68).<\/p><\/li>

  2. Testing the device<\/strong> at an accredited laboratory for radiated and conducted emissions.<\/p><\/li>

  3. Filing compliance documents<\/strong> with the FCC or a Telecommunication Certification Body (TCB).<\/p><\/li>

  4. Labeling<\/strong> the product and including FCC statements in the user manual.<\/p><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    The authorization path may vary by device type\u2014Certification, Supplier\u2019s Declaration of Conformity (SDoC), or Verification\u2014but all aim to ensure RF safety and EMC compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    ✅ Do Passive Components Need FCC Certification?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    In most cases, passive components such as <\/strong>RJ45 magnetic connectors<\/strong><\/a> and <\/strong>LAN transformers<\/strong><\/a> do not require direct FCC certification<\/strong> because they do not generate RF emissions.However, their design directly influences whether the final assembled device<\/strong> can pass FCC testing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Well-designed passive components can:<\/p>\n\n\n\n