Secure Digital (Sd) Cards; Gdu Bezel Sd Card Slots - Garmin G1000 Maintenance Manual

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SECURE DIGITAL (SD) CARDS

If a loader card is not available, the loader image for most airplanes can be found on
the Garmin website.
Software files are uploaded into the G1000 using a secure digital (SD) data card. The card contains all
necessary files to load software and configuration settings to all LRUs. All software and configuration
parameters are pre-determined by Garmin and/or the OEM. During removal and replacement of LRUs,
software and configuration files may need to be reloaded (refer to Section 7).
It is very important that the technician use the correct loader card or loader image part number because
each loader card or loader image part number defines all files for a specific G1000 installation except for
certain configuration settings such as the aircraft registration number (N#) which must be entered
manually.
Use care when using the card during maintenance. The G1000 is designed to immediately initialize the
card upon power-up. On-screen prompts must be given careful attention in order to avoid potential loss of
data. Always read and thoroughly understand all related information before attempting to use the card.
Turn the power off to the G1000 before inserting an SD card.
The GDU data card slots accept secure digital (SD) cards and are located on the top right portion of the
display bezels (Figure 4-3). Each display bezel is equipped with two card slots. SD cards are used for
aviation database and system software updates as well as terrain database storage.
To install an SD card:
Insert the SD card in the SD card slot with the card label on the left side. Push the card in until the spring
latch engages. The end of the card should remain flush with the face of the display bezel.
To remove an SD card:
Gently press in on the SD card to release the spring latch and eject the card.
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Figure 4-3. GDU Bezel SD Card Slots
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