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Exploring Your Computer’s Features
Using the Memory card reader
Inserting memory media
The following instructions apply to all types of supported media
devices.
1 Turn the media so that the contacts (metal areas) are face down.
2 Push the media into the adapter until it locks in place.
(Sample Illustration) Inserting memory media
When inserting memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. You
could expose the storage area to static electricity, which can destroy
data.
Removing memory media
1 Prepare the card for removal by clicking on the Show hidden
icons button ( ), if necessary, in the notification area and then
selecting the Safely Remove Hardware icon.
If the system is unable to prepare the media for safe removal, a
message will tell you to try again later. If the media can be
removed now, the system displays Safe to Remove Hardware.
If the computer has a spring-loaded adapter slot, see step 2;
otherwise, skip to step 3.
2 Gently press the card inward to release it.
The card pops out slightly.
3 Grasp the card and pull it straight out.
(Sample Illustration) Removing memory media