Using the memory card reader

You can use the optional memory card reader to transfer pictures from a digital camera to your computer. You can also use the memory card reader to transfer data between your computer and a device that uses memory cards, such as a PDA, MP3 player, or cellular phone.

Memory card types

The memory card reader supports the following card types:

Card TypeSlotInsert

 

 

 

Secure Digital

left

Label facing up

MultiMediaCard

left

Label facing up

SM (SmartMedia)

left

Label facing down (gold

 

 

contact area facing up)

 

 

 

Memory Stick®

left

Label facing up

Memory Stick PRO

left

Label facing up

CompactFlash®

right

Label facing up

IBM Microdrive

right

Label facing up

Each slot is assigned a different drive letter (for example, the E: and F: drives) so data can be transferred from one media type to another.

Inserting a memory card

Caution To avoid memory card damage or errors while using a memory card, insert only one memory card in a slot at a time.

To use a memory card:

1 Insert the memory card into the memory card slot as indicated in the previous table.

2 To access a file on the memory card, click Start, then click My Computer. Double-click the drive letter (for example, the E: drive), then double-click the file name.

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