Dazzle Digital Media HS Reader/Writer User’s Guide • Using the Digital Media Reader/Writer • Page 28
4.
Select a format type (Quick or Full) in the Format window.
The Windows XP and 2000 default format type is Full. The Windows 98 SE and Me
default format type is Quick. The Quick option works only on previously formatted
cards and erases any existing files. The Full option prepares a non-formatted card for
initial use, so you can store files on it. For more information on formatting options,
refer to your Windows Help documentation (for instructions on accessing Windows
Help, see the note at the top of
page 26
).
Note:
Windows XP does not suppor t the Quick option for Memor y Stick cards.
Important Note:
If you are using a CompactFlash card with Windows XP, choose
FAT
from the File System drop-down menu (see the screen below). This ensures the correct
format type for digital cameras and other digital devices.
5.
Click
Start
in the Format window, as shown in the examples above.
A warning dialog box may inform you that formatting erases all your data.
6.
You can change the default format type
Click the Start button to format your card
on Windows XP, choose FAT from the
For CompactFlash cards
from Full to Quick or Quick to Full
File System drop-down menu
Windows XP and 2000
Format Window
Windows 98 SE and Me
Format Window
