External cards and devices, Using memory card readers, Inserting a memory card – HP EliteBook 850 G1 Notebook PC User Manual

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External cards and devices

Using memory card readers

Optional memory cards provide secure data storage and convenient data sharing. These cards are
often used with digital media–equipped cameras and PDAs as well as with other computers.

To determine which memory card formats that are supported on your computer, see

Getting to know

your computer on page 3

.

Inserting a memory card

CAUTION:

To reduce the risk of damage to the memory card connectors, use minimal force to

insert a memory card.

1.

Hold the card label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer.

2.

Insert the card into the memory card reader, and then press in on the card until it is firmly
seated.

Removing a memory card

CAUTION:

To reduce the risk of loss of data or an unresponsive system, use the following

procedure to safely remove the memory card.

Save your information and close all programs associated with the memory card.

To remove a memory card:

1.

Open File Browser by selecting Computer > Nautilus.

2.

In the Places list in the left pane of File Browser, click the Eject icon next to the name of the
memory card.

NOTE:

You are prompted that it is safe to remove the hardware device.

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Chapter 8 External cards and devices

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