A CF card, or Compact Flash card, provides data storage for portable devices. On occasion, the data on a CF card may become corrupted and will require formatting before it becomes accessible again. CF cards can be managed within the device that uses the card, such as a digital camera, but you do not need a camera to format it. A separate CF card reader will also allow you to format your card.
Instructions
1. Connect the cable of your CF card reader to an available USB slot on your computer. The LED indicator will light up to indicate that the reader is powered.
2. Insert the CF card into your card reader. Align the grooves on the side of your card with the reader slot. The CF card can only be inserted one way.
3. Click "My Computer" on your desktop. The CF card will be listed as a removable disk.
4. Right-click the removable disk icon associated with your CF card and select "Format." Check the settings for the formatting of your disk, and then click "Start." The time to finish formatting your card will depend on its size.
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