PC Card Module (PCMCIA)Troubleshooting
PowerBook (FireWire)
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PC Card Module (PCMCIA)
PC Card won’t eject
1. Make sure computer is not in sleep mode.
2. Make sure PC Card slot is not blocked.
3. Drag PC Card to trash.
4. Try PC Card eject button. (Press the PC Card eject
button once to release the button, then again to eject the
card.)
5. Remove keyboard and
AirPort card (if installed)
, then gently
push the card out with your finger.
6. Verify that PC Card is not warped or damaged in any way;
if so, replace with new card.
7. Replace PCMCIA cardcage.
PC Card is inserted but doesn’t appear on desktop
Note:
Modem and communication cards may not appear on
desktop.
1. Verify that correct software for the PC Card is installed.
2. Manually eject the PC Card and reinsert it.
3. Try another PC Card.
4. Replace PCMCIA cardcage.
5. Replace I/O logic board.
PC Card can’t be inserted
1. Make sure PC Card is right side up (cards are keyed and
cannot be inserted upside down).
2. Check for obstructions in the PC Card slot.
3. Push PC Card in from center of the exposed edge.
4. Try a different PC Card.
5. Replace PCMCIA cardcage.
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