Inserting an ExpressCard
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer and external media cards, do not insert a PC Card into an ExpressCard slot.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the connectors:
Use minimal force when inserting an ExpressCard.
Do not move or transport the computer when an ExpressCard is in use.
The ExpressCard slot may contain a protective insert. To remove the insert:
1.Press in on the insert (1) to unlock it.
2.Pull the insert out of the slot (2).
To insert an ExpressCard:
1.Hold the card
2.Insert the card into the ExpressCard slot, and then press in on the card until it is firmly seated.
You will hear a sound when the card has been detected, and a menu of options may be displayed.
NOTE: The first time you connect an ExpressCard, a message in the notification area lets you know that the card is recognized by the computer.
NOTE: To conserve power, stop or remove an ExpressCard when it is not in use.
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