Sony PCG-GRS170 User Guide
Using PC Cards
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To disconnect a PC Card drive
1
Close any active programs to prevent data loss.
2
Double-click the Safely Remove Hardware icon
on the taskbar. The
Safely Remove Hardware window appears.
3
Select the PC Card drive in the Hardware devices window, if it is not
already selected.
already selected.
4
Click Stop. The Stop a Hardware device window appears.
5
Make sure the PC Card drive is selected, and click OK. A message appears
stating it is now safe to remove the hardware device.
stating it is now safe to remove the hardware device.
6
Eject the PC Card from the PC Card slot.
Frequently asked questions
Why doesn’t my PC Card work?
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Make sure the PC Card is inserted properly. See “Inserting PC Cards” for
more information.
more information.
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Make sure the PC Card is compatible with the Microsoft® Windows®
operating system installed on your computer.
operating system installed on your computer.
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Use the Sony Notebook Setup utility to disable devices you are not currently
using. See “To open Sony Notebook Setup” for more information.
using. See “To open Sony Notebook Setup” for more information.
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Make sure any necessary driver software is installed.
Why doesn’t my computer recognize attached devices?
For some PC Cards, if you alternate between normal power operation and the
Standby or Hibernate modes while the card is inserted into the PC Card slot, the
computer may not recognize the PC Card or the connected device. Restart your
computer.
Standby or Hibernate modes while the card is inserted into the PC Card slot, the
computer may not recognize the PC Card or the connected device. Restart your
computer.
Why can’t I insert my PC Card?
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Make sure you are inserting the card correctly. See “Inserting PC Cards” for
more information.
more information.