HP CQ35-129TX, CQ35-229TX, CQ35-227TX, CQ35-225TX, CQ35-221TU Stopping and removing an ExpressCard

Stopping and removing an ExpressCard

CAUTION: To prevent loss of data or an unresponsive system, stop an ExpressCard before removing it.

1.Save your information and close all programs associated with the ExpressCard.

NOTE: To stop a data transfer, click Cancel in the operating system Copying window.

2.Stop the ExpressCard:

a.Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.

NOTE: To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon, click the Show Hidden Icons icon (< or <<) in the notification area.

b.Click the name of the ExpressCard in the list.

c.Click Stop, and then click OK.

3.Release and remove the ExpressCard:

a.Gently press in on the ExpressCard (1) to unlock it.

b.Pull the ExpressCard out of the slot (2).

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