HP (Hewlett-Packard) 309971-002 Laptop User Manual


 
Hardware Upgrades
Hardware Guide 8–3
Removing a PC Card
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CAUTION: To prevent loss of work or system lockup, stop the PC Card,
according to the instructions that follow, before removing it.
1. Stop the PC Card:
In Windows XP, select the Safely Remove Hardware
icon on the taskbar, then select the PC Card. (To display
the Safely Remove Hardware icon, right-click the taskbar
and select Show Hidden Icons.)
In Windows 2000, select the Unplug or Eject icon on the
taskbar, then select the PC Card you plan to remove. A
message is displayed when the card can be safely
removed.
2. Press the PC Card eject button 1.
3. Gently pull out the card 2.
Removing a PC Card
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.
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