How to Initialize an SD Memory Card
- 1). Turn the SD card so the metal connectors are facing the ground and connect it to the computer's SD card port.
- 2). Open the "Start" menu. Press "Control Panel." Go to "System and Security" and click on "Administrative Tools." Double-click "Computer Management."
- 3). Open "Disk Management" under "Storage" under the "Computer Management" tab in the left pane.
- 4). Find the SD drive, right-click it and press "Format."
- 5). Press "OK" twice to begin the process.
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