Removing An Expresscard; Learning The Basics - Toshiba Satellite M500-ST5405 Resource Manual

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Removing an ExpressCard

2 Insert the ExpressCard.
(Sample Illustration) Inserting an ExpressCard
3 When the card is almost all the way into the slot, push firmly
but gently to ensure a firm connection with the computer. Do
not force the card into position.
Removing an ExpressCard
1 Prepare the card for removal by clicking on the Show hidden
icons button (
selecting the Safely Remove Hardware icon.
2 Select the card or device you want to remove.
If the system is unable to prepare the card for safe removal, a
message will tell you to try again later. If the card can be
removed now, the system displays Safe to Remove Hardware.
3 Gently press the ExpressCard inward to release it.
The ExpressCard pops out slightly.
4 Grasp the edges of the ExpressCard and slide it out of the slot.

Learning the basics

Computing tips
❖ Save your work frequently.
Your work stays in the computer's temporary memory until
you save it to the internal storage drive. If the network you are
using goes down and you must restart your computer to
reconnect, or your battery runs out of charge while you are
working, you will lose all work since you last saved.
You may first need to remove the card slot protector before you can
insert a card.
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), if necessary, in the notification area and then
HINT: Some programs have an automatic save feature that can be
activated. This feature saves your file to the internal storage drive at
preset intervals. See your software documentation for details.
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