LXE VX6, Reference Manual

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PCMCIA, CF and SD Slots 43
E-EQ-VX6RG-A VX6 Reference Guide
CF Card Slot
This slot contains the Compact Flash (CF) hard drive.
!
The operating system and settings are stored on the CF card. The VX6 cannot
operate without this card. Cards in this slot CANNOT be hot swapped.
Replace a CF Card
1. Turn the VX6 off and detach the power cable.
2. Loosen the three (3) Phillips head screws securing the access panel cover so the cover
can be removed. The screws are a captive part of the cover and cannot be removed.
3. Remove the card currently installed present in the CF slot and replace it with the new CF
card. The replacement CF card must contain the operating system in order for the VX6
to operate.
SD CF ATA PCMCIA A
PCMCIA B
CF Card
Figure 2-32 Inserting the ATA Card
Note: The tethered access panel cover is not shown in the illustration above.
Note: When this process is complete, reattach the access cover screws using a torque
wrench capable of measuring to 9±1 inch pounds (1.016±.11 N/m). The screws
must be fastened to 9 inch pounds each. The screws require a Phillips size 1
driver head.
4. Re-connect the power cord/cable and turn the VX6 on.