13-31. Performing Data Communication between theCalculator and a Personal ComputerEstablishing a USB connection between the calculator and a computer will cause thecomputer to recognize the calculator’s storage memory as a mass storage drive. Connectionimmediately causes main memory contents to be read into storage memory automatically,so main memory data can be accessed from the computer. After a connection is established,data can be transferred between the calculator and computer using computer operations only.k Minimum Computer System RequirementsThe following are the minimum requirements for a computer to exchange data with thecalculator.• USB port• Running one of the following operating systems.Windows® XP Home Edition (SP1 or later)Windows® XP Professional (32-bit, SP1 or later)Windows Vista® (32-bit, SP1 or later)Windows® 7 (32-bit, 64-bit)Mac OS® X (10.5.6 or later, 10.6.2 or later)k Connecting and Disconnecting with a Computer in the Mass StorageModeUse the USB cable that comes with the calculator to connect to your computer.Important!Never touch the USB cable plugs and screen while a data communication operation is inprogress. Static electricity from your fingers can cause data communication to be terminated.u To establish a connection between the calculator and a computer1. Start up your computer.2. After starting up your computer, use the USB cable to connect it to the calculator.• The calculator will turn on automatically and the “Select Connection Mode” screen willappear.
