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Exhibit (a)(1)(I)

Communication #3, Version #2 (Memo confirmation of receipt of election via fax)

[insert date on memo]
To:	[specific participant]
Cc:	[left blank]
Subject:	Election Receipt Confirmation

        This message serves as a confirmation that ADC has received your Election Form for the ADC Stock Option Program. Thank you for your prompt response.

        You may contact the You@ADC team with questions about the program at:

Telephone:	952.917.1000 or 1.866.901.0707
E-mail:	You_ADC@adc.com

You@ADC

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Exhibit (a)(1)(I)