252Technical Notes—Optional AccessoriesApproved Memory CardsThe following cards have been tested and approved for use in the D2Xs:SanDiskSDCFB 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2GB, 4 GBSDCFB (Type II) 300 MBSDCF2B (Type II) 256 MBSDCFH (Ultra II) 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GB, 2GB, 4 GB, 8GBSDCFX (Extreme III) 1 GB, 2 GB, 4 GBLexarMediaEntry-level CompactFlash cards 128 MB, 256 MB, 512 MBHigh speed 40× with Write Acceleration(WA) 256 MB, 512 MB, 1 GBProfessional 40× with WA 8 GBProfessional 80× with WA 512 MB, 1 GB, 2GB, 4 GBProfessional 80× with WA and LockTighttechnology 512 MB, 2 GBMicrodrive 1 GB, 2GB, 4 GB, 6 GBOperation is not guaranteed with other makes of card. For more details onthe above cards, please contact the manufacturer.Memory Cards• Memory cards may be hot after use. Observe due caution when removing memorycards from the camera.• Format memory cards before first use or after data have been written to or deletedfrom the card by a device other than the camera.• Turn the power off before inserting or remov ing memo ry cards. Do not removemem o ry cards from the camera, turn the camera off, or remove or disconnect thepower source during formatting or while data are being recorded, deleted, or copiedto a computer. Failure to observe these precautions could result in loss of data or indam age to the camera or card.• Do not touch the card terminals with your fingers or metal objects.• Do not apply force to the card casing. Failure to observe this precaution could dam-age the card.• Do not bend, drop, or subject to strong physical shocks.• Do not expose to water, high levels of humidity, or direct sunlight.