Inserting memory media

The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. To insert memory media, follow the steps as detailed below:

1.Turn the memory media so that the contacts (metal areas) face down.

2.Insert the memory media into the memory media slot on the front of the computer.

3.Press the memory media gently to ensure a firm connection is made. The memory media will be partially out of the slot.

Figure 4-13 Inserting memory media

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1. Memory media slot

2. Memory media

Make sure the memory media is oriented properly before you insert it. If you insert the media in wrong direction, you may not be able to remove it.

When inserting the memory media, do not touch the metal contacts. You could expose the storage area to static electricity, which can destroy data.

Do not turn the computer off or switch to Sleep Mode or Hibernation Mode while files are being copied - doing so may cause data to be lost.

Removing memory media

The following instructions apply to all types of supported media devices. To remove memory media, follow the steps as detailed below:

1.Open the Safely Remove Hardware and Eject Media icon on the Windows Taskbar.

2.Select memory media.

3.Grasp the media and remove it.

If you remove the memory media or turn off the power while the computer is accessing the memory media, you may lose data or damage the media.

Do not remove the memory media while the computer is in Sleep or Hibernation Mode. The computer could become unstable or data in the memory media could be lost.

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