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Using Your VAIO Computer

Formatting a Memory Stick Media

Memory Stick media is formatted for immediate use when you purchase it. If you need to reformat Memory Stick media, use the Memory Stick Formatter software that is provided with the media. For more information about using Memory Stick Formatter, see the Memory Stick Formatter help file.

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Formatting Memory Stick media erases all data previously saved to it. Before you reformat Memory Stick media, confirm that the media does not contain files you want to keep. Back up important data before formatting the media.

To format a Memory Stick media

1Click Start, point to All Programs, Memory Stick Utility, and click Memory Stick Formatter. The Memory Stick Formatter window appears.

2Click Start Format, and follow the on-screen instructions.

3After formatting, click Exit.