| The term memory stick references a removable flash | | | | display an alert to the message stating that a new |
| memory card. These storage media became | | | | hardware has been found (or something to that |
| immensely popular due to the inclusion of Universal | | | | effect) and that the necessary driver is being installed. |
| Plug and Play (UPnP) capabilities in majority of newer | | | | You will need to wait for a confirmation message |
| Operating System platforms that recognize the device | | | | from the Operating System that the device is ready |
| immediately after it is plugged into the USB port and | | | | for use. On subsequent usage, the device will be |
| allow it to be used almost instantaneously. Nowadays, | | | | automatically identified by the system. |
| due to faster transfer speed and higher storage | | | | Once the device is ready for use, it can be explored |
| capability of Kingston's flash memory units compared | | | | the same way as a hard drive, floppy disk, or a CD or |
| to other storage formats like the floppy disk and CD | | | | DVD media. Double click on its icon to view its |
| or DVD, it has become a viable alternative not only for | | | | contents. |
| transferring and sharing files but for supporting backup | | | | You can then transfer and save information on the |
| procedures as well. | | | | memory stick just like every other storage devices |
| Below are the basic steps to use a memory stick with | | | | that you use. |
| your plug and play enabled systems. | | | | Once the use is over, it is important to never simply pull |
| First of all, you need to remove the cover or cap to | | | | out the memory stick because it may damage the |
| expose the USB plug of the Kingston device. | | | | data stored in it. To remove the memory stick, right |
| However, for memory sticks without a USB connector, | | | | click on its icon and choose the option to safely |
| a card reader is required (assuming the computer has | | | | remove the hardware or to eject it (whatever is |
| no memory stick reader slot). | | | | applicable). A confirmation message will usually be |
| Plug the memory stick into any vacant USB port that | | | | displayed by the Operating System to inform the user |
| may be located either at the front or back panels of | | | | that the device can be removed. After unplugging the |
| the machine. | | | | Kingston device, put on the cap or hide the USB plug |
| The first time the device is plugged into the machine, | | | | to protect it from possible damage. |
| the Operating System will attempt to identify it and will | | | | |