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.

NOTE: If the ExpressCard is not listed, you do not have to stop the device before you remove it.

c.Click Stop, and then click OK.

3.Release and remove the ExpressCard:

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

b.Remove the ExpressCard from the slot (2).

6	Chapter 2 Using ExpressCards (select models only)