3 STEP
STEPS FIRST
In place of film, your Nikon digital camera uses CompactFlash memory cards to store photographs. This step provides instructions on inserting and formatting memory cards. When purchasing memory cards for use in your camera, refer to the list of approved cards in “Technical Notes: Optional Accessories.”
3.1 Open the card slot cover
Before inserting or removing memory cards, be sure that the camera is off
(A). Open the door protecting the
AB
3.2 Insert the memory card
Slide the memory card into the card slot (A), stopping when the card terminals are fully inserted in the connectors at the back of the slot. The card should be inserted with the label facing the ▲ CARD indicator at the entrance to the card slot. After the card is fully inserted, fold the eject button over and close the cover (B).
A 
B
Do not attempt to insert the memory card upside down or back to front, or use force when inserting the card. Failure to observe these precautions could damage the camera or card.
For more information on:
pg. 203 Approved memory cards
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