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How to Open an SD Card in Windows on the Open Lab Computers

When inserting a flash drive into the open lab computers (Windows), it is easy to navigate to the device through the File Explorer. SD cards, however are not immediately recognized and must be searched for in a direct manner. 

Step-by-Step Guide

How to Open an SD Card in Windows on the Open Lab Computers

  1. Insert your SD card into the computer.
  2. If nothing pops up, click the File Explorer.
  3. Right click This PC and click Properties.
    This PC Menu with the Properties selection highlighted
     
  4. Click Device Manager.
    Properties Window with the Device Manager option highlighted
     
  5. Click the arrow next to SD host adapters, then right click SDA Standard Compliant SD Host Controller. Click Scan for hardware changes.
    Device Manger Menu with the SDA Standard Compliant SD Host Controller section expanded
     
  6. Your device will now appear in the File Explorer.
    File Explorer with the SD card device displayed

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Article ID: 90415
Created
Thu 10/24/19 3:59 PM
Modified
Thu 9/30/21 8:06 AM