53Chapter 3.Using the computerMulti Card SlotTo format a memory cardWhen using the memory card for the first time, you must formatthe card before using it.Formatting a card deletes all data saved on the card. If thecard includes data, backup the data before formatting it.1 Click the File Explorer icon on the taskbar at the bottomof the desktop.2 Right-click the card drive and click Format.3 Click Start to the formatting.To share a memory card with a digital device such as digital•camera, it is recommended to format the memory cardin the digital device before use. If you format a memorycard on the computer and then insert the memory into thedigital device, you may need to format the memory cardagain in the digital device.If there is a write-protection device in the memory card•and the device is set to the lock position, you cannotformat, write data, nor erase data from the card.Repeatedly inserting and removing a memory card may•damage the memory card.SDIO(Secure Digital Input Output) ei ole tuettuna.•You cannot read or write copyright-protected data.•