IBM EGX-400 - Manual (Page 38)

34 Chapter 2 - Basic Operation
2-6. Care and Handling of Memory Cards
Formatting a Memory Card
Formatting a memory card is normally not necessary. However, the machine may be unable to use a memory card that
has been reformatted for use with another device, such as a digital camera. In such cases, use the following method to
reformat the card again.
Performing Formatting
To perform formatting, you use a memory-card writer. For information on the specific method, refer to the documenta-
tion for the memory-card writer you're using. Also, give attention to the following points when formatting.
For a MultiMediaCard
Use the standard formatter for Windows. (That is, use the same operation as for formatting a floppy disk.) Depending on
the version of Windows you're using, you may be able to choose the file system to use for formatting. In such cases, be
sure to select FAT. Do not format as FAT32 or NTFS.
For an SD (Secure Digital) Memory Card
Perform formatting using the same method as for a MultiMediaCard. If a dedicated SD formatter is available, then use
that.
Formatting deletes all data saved on the memory card. Before you format the card, make sure that it contains no data you want
to keep.