Desktop and tower systems

Standard desktop and tower systems must have at least:a CPU - the base unit or "system box".an input unit - for example a keyboard.an output unit - for example a monitor.They can also include other units like printers and scanners. Built in "extras" like network cards and television cards are also treated as part of the system. Desktop and tower computer systems are classified under subheading code 8471 49 00 90.

Servers: Network file servers that don't have both a keyboard and a monitor are classified as individual separate units. The base unit itself is classified under subheading code 8471 50 00 90. If a monitor is present (D-sub 15-pin only - not video), then that would be classified separately under subheading code 8528 51 00 00, while a keyboard would be classified separately under subheading code 8471 60 60 90.


Small portable computers:These include laptop and notebook computers and personal digital assistants (PDAs) with similar capabilities to laptops. To be classified under subheading code 8471 30 00 00 they must weigh less than 10kg and have at least:a CPU.a keyboard.a display.a means of loading programs.To classify a portable computer correctly, please also refer to the following item descriptions.


Palm-held portables:These are electronic personal organisers that don't usually have a full keyboard. They generally have pre-defined functions like a diary and an address book. They're classified under subheading code 8543 70 90 99. Portable computers that don't meet the above requirements can include touch screen, luggable and industrial computers. There's no maximum weight, but they must include at least the following within the same housing