8-8 User’s Manual
Optional Devices
xD picture card
The computer is equipped with a Bridge media slot that can accommodate
xD picture cards with various memory capacities. The xD picture card let
you easily transfer data from devices, such as digital cameras that use xD
picture card flash-memory.
Inserting an xD picture card
To insert an xD picture card, follow the steps below.
1. Insert the xD picture card into the Bridge media slot.
2. Press gently to ensure a firm connection.
Figure 8-6 Inserting an xD picture card
Removing an xD picture card
To remove an xD picture card, follow the steps below.
1. Open the Safely Remove Hardware icon on the Task Bar.
2. Point to xD picture card and click.
3. Push in the card and release it to pop the card out slightly.
4. Grasp the card and remove it.
Keep foreign objects out of the Bridge media slot. Never allow metal
objects, such as screws, staples and paper clips, to enter the PC or
keyboard. Foreign metal objects can create a short circuit, which can
cause PC damage and fire, possibly resulting in serious injury.
xD picture card
Bridge media slot
Bridge media
slot indicator
■ Make sure the Bridge media slot indicator is out before you remove
the xD picture card or turn off the computer's power. If you remove the
xD picture card or turn off the power while the computer is accessing
the xD picture card you may lose data or damage the card.
■ Do not remove an xD picture card while the computer is in Sleep or
Hibernation Mode. The computer could become unstable or data in the
xD picture card could be lost.