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To: Bill Ulrich who wrote (10835)	1/2/2000 11:16:00 AM
From: Wowzer	Respond to of 32932

I have a VCR that was purchased in 1988. With all the Y2K hype/fear, I was certain that the programing feature would no longer work (wouldn't have the right day when you punch in 00 for the year). This wasn't much of a concern for me since I hardly ever record anything anyway (Just fixed my blinking 12 last year). VBG But to my amazement when I program a date in the year "00" the right day pops up. Hmmmm...I think we were taken for a ride...... I swear this was an actual memo that was distributed to the employees of a fairly large bank. Thankfully mine did not catch on fire ROFLMAO!!!!! "Date: 12/28/99 Re: Issues for Y2K Awareness As the Y2K Event nears, here are a few items for all employees to be aware of: OUR TOLL FREE STATUS UPDATE LINE FOR EMPLOYEES ONLY IS (888) XXXXXX. If we encounter issues with the Y2K Event, we will provide an update for you to listen to on this line. If we are aware of general issues that you might reasonably believe would affect us, we will also provide an update on this line. If you become aware of a problem, please contact Y2K Coordinators at either XXXXXXX or (XXXXXXXX. If you have a significant issue but are unable to reach the above numbers, please contact me at XXXXXX or XXXXXXXX 1. VCRs that are not Y2K compliant may catch on fire rather than just malfunction. If the VCR is older than a couple of years, the Underwriters Laboratory has recommended that the machine be unplugged over the date change. Most of the VCRs that we use for security purposes are Y2K compliant, however some are not. Specifically, any BETA VCRs that are used for surveillance should be unplugged. Further, if the branch or cost center has any other VCRs, play it on the safe side and unplug them. NOTE: Think about any VCRs you may have at home!!!!!!"