Sony SVT212190X - Manual (Page 180)

Direct sunlight
High humidity or corrosive substances
Excessive dust
Be sure to use "Memory Stick" and adaptors that are compliant with the standards supported by your VAIO
computer. Incompatible cards and adaptors may get stuck in the slot, causing damage to the computer.
You cannot write data to "Memory Stick" that is write-protected.
It is recommended that you make a backup copy of important data.
Stored data may be lost or corrupted if:
You remove "Memory Stick" or turn off your VAIO computer while data is being read from or written to "Memory Stick".
You use "Memory Stick" at a place where static electricity or electrical noise may disturb the card.
When carrying "Memory Stick", be sure to put it in its case to avoid static electricity.
Before using "Memory Stick" with a device other than a computer, such as a digital camera or a portable
audio, format (initialize) "Memory Stick" using the device.
Some devices may not support the file format for computers and show you a message that recommends you
to format "Memory Stick". In this case, copy data from "Memory Stick" to your VAIO computer and format
"Memory Stick" using the device. All data in "Memory Stick" will be deleted when you format it.
Refer to the manual that came with the device for more information.
Do not insert foreign objects into the "Memory Stick" slot.
The "Memory Stick" slot can be used for reading/writing supported "Memory Stick" only, and cannot be used
for other purposes.
Notes on Using "Memory Stick Duo"
When using "Memory Stick Duo", do not use a fine-tipped pen to write on the label adhered to "Memory Stick
Duo". Exerting pressure on the media may damage internal components.
Notes on Using "Memory Stick Micro"
Before using "Memory Stick Micro" ("M2"), be sure to insert it into an "M2" Duo adaptor. If you insert the
media directly into the "Memory Stick Duo" slot without the adaptor, you may not be able to remove it from
the slot.
Keep "Memory Stick Micro" and "M2" Duo adaptors away from children. They are harmful if swallowed.
Formatting "Memory Stick"
"Memory Stick" is formatted in the specific FAT format by default and is ready for use.
Be sure to use the device that is designed to format the media and supports "Memory Stick" when formatting
the media.
If you want to reformat the media with your VAIO computer, follow these steps.
Note
Formatting "Memory Stick" erases the entire data stored on the media. Be sure to make a backup copy of
important data to avoid erasing it.
Do not remove "Memory Stick" from the slot while formatting. This could cause a malfunction.