Features, Utilities and Options

6. Insert the Dummy card into the PC Card slot.

When you do not use a PC card, please be sure to insert a Dummy card.

PC Card

PC Card eject button

Figure 3-2 Removing the PC Card

Media care

Observe the following precautions when handling the PC Card.

PC Card care

■Do not twist or bend PC Cards.

■Do not expose PC Cards to liquids or store in humid areas or lay media close to containers of liquid.

■Do not touch the metal part of a PC Card or expose it to liquids or let it get dirty.

■After using PC Card, return it to its case.

■The PC Card is designed so that it can be inserted only one way. Do not try to force the PC Card into the slot.

■Do not leave a PC Card partially inserted in the slot. Press the PC Card until you hear it click into place.

PC Card memory care

■Set the write-protect switch to the lock position, if you do not want to record data.

■PC Card memories have a limited lifespan, so it is important to backup important data.

■Do not write to a PC Card memory if the battery power is low. Low power could affect writing accuracy.

■Do not remove a PC Card memory while read/write is in progress.

For more details on using PC Card memories, see manuals accompanying the cards.

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