Disconnecting the camera

Never disconnect the camera when the access lamp is red - the data or memory card may permanently be damaged.

Windows 98 / 98 Second Edition

Confirm that the access lamp is not lit. Turn off the camera and then disconnect the USB cable.

Windows Me, 2000 Professional, and XP

To disconnect the camera, click once on the unplug-or-eject-hardware icon located on the task bar. A small window will open indicating the device to be stopped.

Click on the small window to stop the device. The safe-to-remove-hardware window will open. Close the window, turn the camera off, and then disconnect the USB cable.

When more than one external device are connected to the computer, repeat the procedure above except right click on the unplug-or-eject-hardware icon. This will open the unplug-or-eject-hardware window after clicking on the small window indicating the unplug-or-eject-hardware routine.

The hardware devices to be stopped will be dis- played. Highlight the device by clicking on it then click “Stop.”

A confirmation screen will appear to indicate the devices to be stopped. Clicking “OK” will stop the device.

A third and final screen will appear to indicate the camera can be safely disconnected from the computer. Close the window, turn the camera off, and then disconnect the USB cable.

Mac OS

Confirm that the access lamp is not lit and then drag the mass-storage device icon and drop it into the trash. Turn the camera off, and then disconnect the USB cable.

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