114 Exploring Your Computer’s Features
Using an ExpressCard®
Using an ExpressCard®
(Available on certain models.)
The ExpressCard® slot supports the use of ExpressCard®
media. The slot also supports hot swapping, which allows
you to replace one ExpressCard® with another while the
computer is on.
Inserting an ExpressCard®
To locate your ExpressCard® slot, please refer to your
Quick Start document.
Before you insert an ExpressCard®, refer to the
documentation that comes with the card to see if you need
to do anything before you insert it.
To insert an ExpressCard®:
1Locate the ExpressCard® slot on the side of the
computer.
You may first need to remove the card slot protector
before you can insert a card.
2Insert the ExpressCard®.
(Sample Illustration) Inserting an ExpressCard®
3When the card is almost all the way into the slot, push
firmly but gently to ensure a firm connection with the
computer. Do not force the card into position.
Removing an ExpressCard®
1If you are not currently on the Desktop, choose the
Desktop tile on the Start screen, otherwise skip to step 2.
2Prepare the card for removal by clicking on or touching
the Show hidden icons button ( ), if necessary, in the
NOTE
NOTE