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Stopping and removing an expresscard – HP EliteBook 2740p Tablet-PC User Manual

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2.

Insert the card into the ExpressCard slot, and then push in on the card until it is firmly seated.

You will hear a sound when the device has been detected, and a menu of options may be
displayed.

NOTE:

The first time you insert an ExpressCard, a message is displayed in the notification

area to let you know the device is recognized by the computer.

NOTE:

An inserted ExpressCard uses power even when idle. To conserve power, stop or remove

an ExpressCard when it is not in use.

Stopping and removing an ExpressCard

CAUTION:

To prevent loss of data or an unresponsive system, stop an ExpressCard before

removing it.

1.

Save your information and close all programs associated with the ExpressCard.

NOTE:

To stop a data transfer, click Cancel in the operating system Copying window.

2.

Stop the ExpressCard:

a.

Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon in the notification area, at the far right of
the taskbar.

NOTE:

To display the Safely Remove Hardware icon, click the Show Hidden Icons icon

(< or <<) in the notification area.

b.

Click the name of the ExpressCard in the list.

c.

Click Stop, and then click OK.

3.

Release and remove the ExpressCard:

a.

Gently press in on the ExpressCard (1) to unlock it.

b.

Pull the ExpressCard out of the slot (2).

Using ExpressCards (select models only) 101