HP compaq Hardware Manual page 80

To remove a PC Card:
1. Stop the PC Card:
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2. Press the PC Card eject button 1.
3. Gently pull out the card 2.
Removing a PC Card
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An inserted PC Card uses power even when not in use. To
conserve power, stop or remove a PC Card when you are not
using it.
Hardware Guide
In Windows 2000, select the Unplug or Eject icon in the
task bar, then stop the card you plan to remove. (When
the card can be safely removed, a message is displayed.)
In Windows XP, select the Safely Remove Hardware
icon in the taskbar, then select the PC Card. (To display
the Safely Remove Hardware icon, select Show Hidden
Icons in the taskbar.)
Hardware Upgrades
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