Sony VGX-XL3 - Manual (Page 16)

VGX-XL3 Digital Living System 13
Inserting a Memory Card
The memory card reader(s) are located behind a protective cover on the front
of the computer. To access the Memory Card Readers, flip the front cover
down.
To insert Memory Cards
1 From the front panel, locate the appropriate reader(s) for the memory card(s)
you want to use.
2 Insert the memory card into the reader, in the direction indicated of the arrow
on the media. Do not force the card into the reader
Note : If the memory card does not go in easily, gently remove the card and
verify you are entering the card in the proper direction.
To Protect data on Memory Stick ® Media
Some Memory Stick ® media are equipped with a write-protect tab. The write
protect tab prevents accidental changes to information recorded on your
Memory Stick media. When you slide the write-protect tab to the
LOCK
position, your Memory Stick ® media is write-protected. You cannot delete,
copy, or save information on the media while the write-protect tab in the
LOCK position. When you slide the tab to the un-LOCK position, you can
write to or modify your Memory Stick media’s contents.
Locking the Memory Stick ®
If your computer stops recognizing your Memory Stick ® media, you may have
removed the media from the Memory Stick drive before the data access
process completed. If this occurs, follow these steps:
1 Remove the Memory Stick ® media from the slot.
2 Shut down your computer, closing any open software programs, and then turn
your computer off.
3 Wait approximately 30 seconds, and then restart your computer.
Your computer recognizes the Memory Stick ® media, when you insert it into
the Memory Stick slot again.
Removing a Memory Card
The correct way to remove a memory card from a memory card reader varies,
depending upon the media, reader, or computer model. Use care when
removing a memory card to avoid damage to the reader or card.
Note : Do not remove a media card while the media access indicator light is
on. The card or its data may be damaged.