Using PC Cards

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Exploring Your Computer’s Features

 

Removing a PC Card

Be sure to disable the PC Card prior to removing it. Otherwise, the system may be damaged.

NOTE

Before removing a PC Card, make sure that no applications or

 

system services are using the card.

 

 

1Prepare the card for removal by clicking the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the Notification Area and then selecting the card or device you want to remove.

If the system is unable to prepare the card for safe removal, a message will tell you to try again later. If the card can be removed now, the system displays Safe to Remove Hardware.

2Locate the PC Card eject button.

3Press the PC Card eject button once to pop it out slightly, and push it in to remove the PC Card.

The PC Card ejects slightly from the slot.

4Grasp the edges of the PC Card and slide it out of the slot.

(Sample Illustration) Removing a PC Card

Setting up a PC Card for your computer

Some PC Cards are ready to use as soon as you install them. Others, such as hard disk cards, network cards, and SCSI adapters, may need to be set up to work with your computer. To set up your PC Card, refer to the documentation that came with the card or refer to your operating system manual or online Help.

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