LXE MX5X, Reference Manual

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38 PCMCIA and Flash Cards
MX5X Reference Guide E-EQ-MX5CERG-D
Installation / Removal
Equipment required: A screwdriver (not supplied by LXE)
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LXE recommends that installation/removal of cards be performed on a clean, well-lit surface.
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Anti-static protection is required when installing/removing cards. (Not supplied by LXE)
If you anticipate keeping a card out of the MX5X for a long period of time place it in a static-free
storage container. Store in an area that is protected from dirt, moisture, and electrostatic contact.
PCMCIA Cards
Installation
1. Using a screwdriver, loosen the back hatch of the MX5X and carefully remove or loosen all
cables. Disconnect the antenna from the network card.
2. Set both the back and the screws aside.
3. Slide the PC Card, connector side first, into the slot until it seats. Use caution not to pull or
snag the antenna connector.
4. If the PC Card is difficult to seat in the slot, remove the card, turn it around and re-install.
Removal
Grasp the top of the PC Card and pull it straight upward to remove.
Use caution not to pull or snag the antenna connector on a network card, if installed.
Flash Cards
Installation
Place the MX5X into Suspend. Disconnect the AC adapter from the MX5X.
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ATA CF Card – Loosen then remove the main battery pack.
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Hatch CF Card – Loosen then remove the back cover of the MX5X taking care not to pinch or
twist any cables. Follow the instructions for removing the PCMCIA card, if installed.
Insert the CF card in the recessed slot, label side uppermost.
Replace the main battery pack (or the PC card and back cover of the MX5) and perform a warm
reset.
Always perform a warm reset when exchanging one Flash card for another.
Removal
Place the MX5X into Suspend. Disconnect the AC adapter from the MX5X.
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ATA CF Card – Loosen then remove the main battery pack.
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Hatch CF Card – Loosen then remove the back cover of the MX5X taking care not to pinch or
twist any cables. Follow the instructions for removing the PCMCIA card, if necessary.
Carefully lift the CF card up and away from the recessed slot.