Stopping a USB device
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CAUTION: To prevent loss of information or an unresponsive system,
stop the USB device before removing it.
To stop a USB device:
1. Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the
notification area at the far right of the taskbar.
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2. Click the USB device listing.
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3. Click Stop.
Required USB software
Some USB devices may require additional support software,
which is usually included with the device. For more information
about device-specific software, refer to the user guide for the
device.
External Devices
To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon, click Show
Hidden Icons icon (< or <<) in the notification area.
If the USB device is not listed, you do not have to stop the
device before you remove it.
Using a USB device
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