External Media Cards - Windows Vista

PC Cards
External Media Cards 2–3
Stopping or removing a PC Card
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CAUTION: To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system,
stop a PC Card before removing it.
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An inserted PC Card uses power even when idle. To conserve
power, stop or remove a PC Card when it is not in use.
To stop or remove a PC Card:
1. Close all applications and complete all activities that are
associated with the PC Card.
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To stop data transfer, click Cancel in the operating system
Copying window.
2. To stop the PC Card:
a. Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the
notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.
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To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon, click
Show Hidden Icons in the notification area.
b. Click the PC Card listing.
c. Click Stop, and then click OK.