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Chapter 2
Using the computer
Multi Card Slot
(Optional)
To format a memory card
When using the memory card for the first time, you must format
the card before using it.
Formatting a card deletes all data saved on the card. If the
card includes data, backup the data before formatting it.
1
Click
Start > Computer
.
2
Right-click over a card drive with the touchpad and select
Format
.
3
Click
Start
to the formatting.
To use a card to exchange data with a digital device such
•
as a digital camera, formatting the data using the digital
device is recommended.
When you try to use a card, which is formatted in the
•
computer, in another digital device, you may have to
format the card again in the device.
You cannot format, write or delete data from a SD, or SDHC
•
card with a write protection tab when it is in the Lock
position.
Inserting and removing a memory card repeatedly may
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damage the memory card.
