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Kingston Data Traveler USB 2.0 Pen Drive

Kingston Data Traveler USB 2.0 Pen Drive

Ref: KNGUSBDTI

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The DataTraveler from Kingston helps budget-conscious users break storage barriers, allowing you to easily store and move files in a device no bigger than a pocketknife.

As easy as click and drag, the DataTraveler can hold just about any file you can think of - reports pictures, spreadsheets or other important documents. It works with virtually any device with a USB port - even cross-platform from Macintosh to PC and vice versa. The DataTraveler also makes a great promotional item for your organization; it's simple to add your logo to increase brand-recognition, and it comes in multiple colours based on capacity.

Backed by a five-year warranty and Kingston's legendary service and support, the DataTraveler is a reliable, inexpensive solution for carrying files or your next promotion.


Features/Specifications:

Dimensions - 2.64" x 0.80" x 0.35" (66.9mm x 20.4mm x 9.0mm)
Weight - 0.4 oz (11.3 g)
Operating Temperature - 0° to 60° C
Storage Temperature - -20° - 85° C
Compliant - Designed to Hi-Speed USB 2.0 specifications
Convenient - Pocket-sized for easy transportability
Simple - Just plug and play into a USB port
Practical - Stores cap securely on end of device to prevent loss of cap
Guaranteed - Five-year warranty
Fashionable - Available in multiple colours by capacity - 1GB - grey - 2GB - lime green - 4GB - purple
Customizable - Co-logo program available

Compatible with Windows Vista, 2000, XP (SP1 and above) Mac OS10.x and above.
Windows Vista ReadyBoost feature is not supported.
Not Compatible with Win NT, Win 95, Win 98, Win98SE, Win ME.

Kingston Data Traveler G2 USB 2.0 Flash Drive

Kingston Data Traveler G2 USB 2.0 Flash Drive

Ref: KNGUSBDTIG2

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DataTraveler Generation 2 (G2) USB Flash drives are ideal for home office, small business, schools and promotions. They're affordable and put mobile storage in nearly anyone's hands.

The USB connector retracts into the body of the flash drive to protect it against damage. Simply move the slider on the side of the drive to expose the connector for use. This makes the drive more compact, easier to use and has no cap to loose.

The DataTraveler G2 from Kingston helps budget-conscious users break storage barriers, allowing you to easily store and move files in a device no bigger than a pocketknife.

As easy as click and drag, the DataTraveler G2 can hold just about any file you can think of - reports pictures, spreadsheets or other important documents. It works with virtually any device with a USB port - even cross-platform from Macintosh to PC and vice versa. The DataTraveler G2 also makes a great promotional item for your organisation; it's simple to add your logo to increase brand-recognition, and it comes in multiple colours based on capacity.

Backed by a five-year warranty and Kingston's legendary service and support, the DataTraveler G2 is a reliable, inexpensive solution for carrying files or your next promotion.

It is compatible with Windows Vista (not ReadyBoost compatible), XP SP1+, Windows 2000 SP4, Mac OSX v.10.3.x+ and Linux v2.6.x+


Kingston Data Traveler Mini Slim in Black, Blue or Pink.

Kingston Data Traveler Mini Slim in Black, Blue or Pink.

Ref: KNGUSBDTMS

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Kingston's colourful, mini-sized USB Flash drive is big news in mobile storage. Your new super slim storage companion, DataTraveler® Mini Slim lets you carry all of your data with you, wherever you go. Store, carry and transfer your favourite music, photos of friends and family, gaming scores, school assignments, reports and web site designs in an affordable, convenient device.

Available in black, pink and blue with a grey bottom casing, DataTraveler Mini Slim is compact and easy to use. It's backed by legendary Kingston® reliability plus a two-year warranty and free tech support.

Features/Specifications:
o Dimensions: 38.85mm x 16.40mm x 6.44mm
o Operating Temperature: 0° C to 60° C
o Storage Temperature: -20° C to 85° C
o Simple: just plug into a USB port
o Convenient: pocket-sized for easy transportability
o Guaranteed: two-year warranty
o Fashionable: available in multiple colours - black, blue, pink with grey bottom casing

Compatible with Windows Vista® (not Readyboost), Windows XP (SP1, SP2), Windows 2000 (SP4), Mac OS X v.10.3.x+ and Linux v.2.6.x+.


Kingston DataTraveler mini10 USB Flash Drive, in Red, Blue, Green or Grey.

Kingston DataTraveler mini10 USB Flash Drive, in Red, Blue, Green or Grey.

Ref: KNGUSBMINI10

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Kingston’s colourful, mini-sized DataTraveler® mini10 Flash drive is big news in mobile storage. This new compact storage companion lets you carry all of your data with you to the office, home, school and wherever you travel. Easily store, carry and transfer up to 32 GB of your favourite photos, music, school assignments, and reports in a mini device at an affordable price. Available in four stylish colours by capacity, DataTraveler mini10 is capless and includes an outside clip to keep it handy, wherever you go.

DataTraveler mini10 is backed by Kingston’s® legendary reliability plus a five year warranty and 24/7 tech support.

Features and Specifications:
• Capacities — 4 GB, 8 GB , 16 GB, 32 GB.
• Dimensions — 1.69" x 0.84" x 0.64” (42.94 mm x 21.33 mm x 16.25 mm).
• Operating temperature — 0° to 60° C / 32° to 140° F.
• Storage temperature — -20° to 85° C / -4° to 185° F.
• Convenient — pocket sized with outside clip for easy transportability.
• Simple — just plug into a USB port.
• Practical — no cap to lose; USB connector protected within case.
• Guaranteed — five year warranty.
• Fashionable — available in multiple colours by capacity

Compatibility:
• Windows® 7.
• Windows Vista®.
• Windows ReadyBoost™.
• Windows XP.
• Windows 2000.
• Mac OS 10.3.x +.
• Linux v.2.6.x +.

Kingston 4GB DataTraveler 102 USB Flash Drive in Neon Yellow, Blue, White or Black.

Kingston 4GB DataTraveler 102 USB Flash Drive in Neon Yellow, Blue, White or Black.

Ref: KNGUSBDT102

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Introducing Kingston’s High Speed DataTraveler® 102 for quick and convenient storage, sharing and transferring of data. Coming in capacities up to 32 GB, the new DataTraveler 102 can store your favourite photos, music, school assignments and reports. It lets you carry all of your data with you, making it ideal for the office, home, school and wherever you travel.

Available in four fun colours by capacity, DataTraveler 102 is backed by a five year warranty, 24/7 tech support and Kingston’s® legendary reliability.

Features/Specifications:
• Speed: Data transfer rates of 10 MB/sec. read and 5 MB/sec. write (16 GB and 32 GB capacities only).
• Capacities: 4 GB, 8 GB, 16 GB, 32 GB.
• Dimensions: 2.19” x 0.82” x 0.45” (55.62 mm x 20.82 mm x 11.43 mm).
• Operating temperature: 0° C to 60° C / 32° F to 140° F.
• Storage temperature: -20° C to 85° C / -4° F to 185° F.
• Simple: Just plug into any USB port.
• Convenient: Pocket sized for easy transportability.
• Guaranteed: Five year warranty.
• Fashionable: Available in multiple colours - 4 GB – Neon Yellow, 8 GB – Blue, 16 GB – White, 32 GB – Black.

Compatibility Table

• Windows® 7.
• Windows Vista®.
• Windows ReadyBoost™.
• Windows XP.
• Windows 2000.
• Mac OS 10.3.x +.
• Linux v.2.6.x +.


Kingston Data Traveler 100 USB 2.0 Flash Drive.

Kingston Data Traveler 100 USB 2.0 Flash Drive.

Ref: KNGUSBDT100

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Kingston proudly introduces the sleek and capless DataTraveler 100. It holds all your documents in an affordable, convenient device and helps budget-conscious users break storage barriers, allowing them to easily store and move large files in a device no bigger than a pocket-knife.

DataTraveler 100 was built with simplicity in mind, allowing you to focus on your data. The USB connector is safely housed inside the sleek case, so you don't have to worry about losing the cap. DataTraveler 100 is available in capacities up to 8GB to give you plenty of room to hold just about any document, from term papers and theses to digital images, spreadsheets or other important documents.

Backed by a five-year warranty and Kingston's legendary service and support, DataTraveler 100 is a reliable, inexpensive solution for carrying digital files with you anywhere you go.

Features/Benefits:
- Compliant - designed to Hi-Speed USB 2.0 specifications
- Convenient - pocket-sized for easy transportability
- Simple - just plug and play into a USB port
- Practical - capless, USB connector protected within case
- Guaranteed - five-year warranty
- Dimensions - 59.7mm x 22.3mm x 9.5mm
- Operating temperatures - 0° C to 60° C
- Storage temperatures - -20° C to 85° C
- Weight - 12g

Compatible with Windows Vista (ReadyBoost not supported); Windows XP (SP1 and above); Windows 2000 (SP4 and above); Mac OS (10.3.x and above); Linux (2.6 and above).


Kingston Data Traveler 101 USB 2.0 Flash Drive in Cyan, Pink or Yellow.

Kingston Data Traveler 101 USB 2.0 Flash Drive in Cyan, Pink or Yellow.

Ref: KNGUSBDT101

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The Kingston DataTraveler 101 is a Sleek, practical, and attractively designed USB Flash Drive. This affordable Drive serves the needs of the budget conscious user as well as those looking for significant storage capacity in a compact design. It features a capless, swivel design for added functionality and ease of use.

Features/Specifications:
• Dimensions: 55.65mm x 17.3mm x 9.05mm.
• Weight: 12 g.
• Operating Temperature: 0° to 60° C.
• Storage Temperature: -20° - 85° C.
• Convenient: Pocket-sized for easy transportability.
• Simple: Just plug and play into a USB port.
• Practical: Capless swivel design protects USB connector; no cap to lose.
• Guaranteed: Five-year warranty.

Compatibility:
• Windows® 7.
• Windows Vista®.
• Windows XP.
• Windows 2000.
• Mac OS 10.3.x +.
• Linux v.2.6.x +.

Kingston Data Traveler 120 USB 2.0 Flash Drive.

Kingston Data Traveler 120 USB 2.0 Flash Drive.

Ref: KNGUSBDT120

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Sleek, practical, and attractively designed, the affordable DataTraveler 120 serves the needs of the budget conscious user as well as those looking for significant storage capacity in a lightweight, compact design.

DataTraveler 120 features a retractable USB connector for ease of use and safe housing and is available in 4GB (lime green), 8GB (orange), 16GB (light blue), and 32GB (grey).

The USB connector retracts into the body of the flash drive to protect it against damage. Simply move the slider on the side of the drive to expose the connector for use. This makes the drive more compact, easier to use and has no cap to loose.

DataTraveler 120 is a reliable, inexpensive solution for carrying digital files with you wherever your travels may take you.

It is compatible with Windows Vista (not ReadyBoost compatible), XP SP1+, Windows 2000 SP4+, Mac OSX v.10.3.x+ and Linux v2.6.x+


Kingston Data Traveler 200 USB 2.0 Flash Drive.

Kingston Data Traveler 200 USB 2.0 Flash Drive.

Ref: KNGUSBDT200

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Kingston's DataTraveler® 200 USB Flash drive is ideal for storing and transferring digital images and presentations and transporting all kinds of data. The DataTraveler 200 features password protection via Password Traveler software, which allows you to create and access a password-protected, secure area of the drive called a "Privacy Zone."

DataTraveler 200 is ideal for those who need significant storage capacity and data protection in a sleek, durable design. With a capless design and enhanced with Windows ReadyBoost™,** the DataTraveler 200 is perfect for home or business.

DataTraveler 200 is backed by legendary Kingston® reliability plus a five-year warranty and 24/7 tech support.


Features/Specifications:
  • Fast — Data transfer rates of up to 20MB/sec. read and 10MB/sec. write1
  • Dimensions — 2.77" x 0.49" x 0.89" (70.39mm x 12.52mm x 22.78mm)
  • Operating Temperature — 32°F to 140°F (0°C to 60°C)
  • Storage Temperatures — -4°F to 185°F (-20°C to 85°C)
  • Simple — Just plug into a USB port
  • Practical — Durable, capless design
  • Guaranteed — Five-year warranty
  • Safeguarded — Includes Password Traveler security software for Windows
  • Enhanced — for Windows ReadyBoost™ on Vista-based systems**


* Please note: Some of the listed capacity is used for formatting and other functions and thus is not available for data storage.

** Although DT200 is enhanced for ReadyBoost, Password Traveler will not operate properly if ReadyBoost cache is enabled on the drive. However, you may enable ReadyBoost cache on a separate drive. 

1 Speed may vary due to host hardware, software and usage.




Kingston Data Traveler Secure-Privacy Edition USB 2.0 Pen Drive.

Kingston Data Traveler Secure-Privacy Edition USB 2.0 Pen Drive.

Ref: KNGUSBDTIPED

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Kingstons DataTraveler Secure Privacy Edition (DTSP) is the world's first USB Flash drive that secures 100 percent of data on-the-fly via 256-bit hardware-based AES encryption. Specifically designed to meet enterprise-level security and compliance requirements, the DTSP is ideal for organisations looking for an efficient, cost-effective method of securing data. DTSP protects all of your data, while allowing for ultra-fast data transfers and huge storage capacities.

Secure, waterproof and fast, DataTraveler Secure Privacy Edition (DTSP) offers unique protection to safeguard critical data even if the drive is lost or stolen. It is an enterprise-grade USB Flash drive with 256-bit hardware-based, on-the-fly encryption. The stored data is 100 percent secure, with no public area to expose files. Its strong password rules and lock-down control protect against brute force attacks. These advanced security features make DTSP ideal for corporations and service organizations that require employees to transport large digital files consisting of confidential documents. DTSP helps companies avoid the financial and legal consequences of lost or stolen data. With its impressive 24MB/sec. read and 10MB/sec. write speeds, DTSP performs at the top of its class, and it offers capacities up to 8GB to give users plenty of room to store critical business data.

DTSPs waterproof rating continues to keep data safe even if you are caught in the rain or it is submerged in water. For added protection, DTSP is designed with a rugged, titanium-coated stainless steel casing. For added peace of mind, DTSP is backed by a five-year warranty and legendary Kingston reliability, service and support.

Features/Benefits:
" Full Privacy - 100 percent of stored data is protected by 256-bit Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) hardware-based encryption
" Fast - data transfer rates of up to 24 MB/sec. read and up to 10 MB/sec. write3
" Secure - drive locks down after 10 intrusion attempts
" Strong password protection - password is user set with minimum characteristics to prevent unauthorized access
" Waterproof 2- protected against water damage
" Easy to use - just plug and play into a USB port
" Compatibility - Win 2000 SP3 or higher, Win XP SP1 and above.
" Guaranteed - five-year warranty
" Customizable - co-logo program available

Specifications:
" Dimensions - 77.9 mm x 22 mm x 12.05 mm)
" Compatibility - designed to USB 2.0 specifications
" Operating temperatures - 0º C to 60º C
" Storage temperatures - -20º C to 85º C

Minimum System Requirements:
" Pentium III processor
" USB 2.0 compliant and 1.1 compatible
" Two (2) free consecutive drive letters required for installation

Fully Supported on Windows Vista, Windows 2000 SP3 and above, Windows XP (SP1 and above).

Not Supported by Mac OS 10.x and above, Linux Kernel 2.4 and above, Win NT, Win 95, Win 98, Win98SE, Win ME.

Kingston DataTraveler Vault USB 2.0 Flash Drive.

Kingston DataTraveler Vault USB 2.0 Flash Drive.

Ref: KNGUSBDTV

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Kingstons DataTraveler® Vault USB Flash drive is assembled in the U.S. for organisations that require a secure way to store and transfer portable data. It features hardware-based, 256-bit AES encryption and two zones, public or encrypted, to safeguard even the most sensitive data in case the drive is lost or stolen. Its durable, aluminium casing provides added protection.

DataTraveler Vault is backed by a five-year warranty, free tech support and legendary Kingston® reliability.

Features/Benefits:
• Two partitions: public or encrypted zones access (includes DTVaultLock security software for Windows to access encrypted section); zone size user customisable.
• Secure: utilises 256-bit Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) hardware-based encryption (encrypted zone); locks down and reformats after 10 intrusion attempts
• Fast: data transfer rates of up to 24 MB/sec. read and up to 10 MB/sec. write.
• Enhanced: for Windows ReadyBoost† on PCs preinstalled with Windows Vista™
• Easy to use: no admin rights or application installation required.
• Guaranteed: five-year warranty with free customer support.

Specifications:
• Dimensions: 77.9 mm x 22 mm x 12.05 mm.
• Compatibility: designed to USB 2.0 specifications.
• Operating temperatures: 0 C to 60 C.
• Storage temperatures: -20 C to 85 C.

Compatible with Windows Vista, Windows 2000 (SP4) and Windows XP (SP1, SP2). Also compatible for file transfers only (i.e. not password protection or data encryption) with Mac OS 10.3x and above and Linux Kernel 2.6 and above.


Kingston DataTraveler Vault - Privacy Edition USB 2.0 Flash Drive.

Kingston DataTraveler Vault - Privacy Edition USB 2.0 Flash Drive.

Ref: KNGUSBDTVP

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Kingstons DataTraveler® Vault Privacy Edition USB Flash drive is assembled in the U.S. for organisations that require a secure way to store and transfer portable data. 100 percent of the stored data is secured by hardware-based, 256-bit AES encryption to guard sensitive information in case the drive is lost or stolen. And its durable, aluminium casing provides added protection.

DataTraveler Vault - Privacy Edition is backed by a five-year warranty, free tech support and legendary Kingston® reliability.

Features/Benefits:
• Full Encryption: 100 percent of stored data is protected by hardware-based, 256-bit Advanced Encryption Standard (AES).
• Fast: data transfer rates of up to 24 MB/sec. read and up to 10 MB/sec. write.
• Secure: drive locks down and reformats after 10 intrusion attempts.
• Enforced password protection: complex password is user set with minimum characteristics to prevent unauthorised access.
• Easy to use: no admin rights or application installation required.
• Customisable: preload content, password length, maximum number of password attempts.
• Guaranteed: five-year warranty with free customer support.
• Durable: aluminium casing.

Specifications:
• Dimensions: 77.9 mm x 22 mm x 12.05 mm.
• Compatibility: designed to USB 2.0 specifications.
• Operating temperatures: 0 C to 60 C.
• Storage temperatures: -20 C to 85 C.
• Minimum System Requirements –
o USB 2.0 compliant and 1.1 compatible
o Two (2) free consecutive drive letters required for installation.

Compatible with Windows Vista (Ready-Boost not supported), Windows 2000 (SP3, SP4) and Windows XP (SP1, SP2).


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Are these items Compatible with your Device?

Follow the 3 steps below to make sure you make the right choice:

Get the right type:

It is important to get the right card for your device. E.g. look in the instruction book and it should state whether it takes Compact Flash or Secure Digital.

Get the right capacity:

Once you know which type of card to buy, you need to choose a size. The bigger the card the more it will be able to hold of whatever it is you plan to store on it, e.g. photographs, video, music tracks etc. The bigger the card the more expensive it will also be. Getting a card which is too small will be annoying, getting a card which is too big could be a waste of money.

Use the table below to help choose a size of card for your camera:

Memory Card SizeCamera Mega Pixel Rating.
3MP4MP5MP6MP8MP10MP
1GB853512409320264204
4GB34122048163812801048816
8GB682440963276256020961632
16GB1364881926552512041923264

 

Use the table below to help choose a size of card for storing music:

Memory Card Size
MP3
WMA
Hours of musicNo. of songs Hours of musicNo. of songs
2GB30500641000
4GB6010001282000
8GB12020002564000
16GB24040005128000

All figures in the above tables are approximations, based on continuous playback at 128 kbps MP3 and 3.5 min songs. Actual figures vary based on file size, resolution, compression, bit rate, content, host device, pre-loaded files and other factors.

The largest card you can afford may not necessarily be compatible:

It is very important you find out what the largest size of memory card your device can accept, an 8GB card may not necessarily work just because it physically fits in the slot. A camera designed 2 years ago could have worked with the memory cards available at the time, bigger memory cards are released to market all the time and a new, modern large card which was not around at the time your camera was manufactured may very well not work.

If you get a card which is too big for your device it may simply appear as a faulty card when it is not, and not work Or it may appear to work allowing you to take photographs for example, however when you come to download your photographs or to view them, they will not be readable, because your camera has not been able to correctly manage the additional space after its limited maximum, and the FAT (File Allocation Table) does not match up with what is actually stored. This is the worst problem, as you may be unaware all of the photographs you are taking are going to be lost, therefore it is important to get this right.

  1. You can check the instruction book or contact the manufacturer of your device and ask them what size of cards your device has been tested with.
  2. Search the internet for other users of your device/camera, or websites listing specifications of your device, including your manufacturer website.
  3. Use on-line checkers, such as this one at Transcends website, or SanDisk's online checker. Simply enter your make and model and the sites will recommend one or several cards. They will recommend their own brand, make a note of the maximum size they state and you can use that information to buy whichever brand you like.
  4. Use a forum, like ours, at this link, and simply ask the question.
  5. Email us your question to customerservices@aim-digital.co.uk, and we may be able to help.
  6. Of course if you already use a 16GB card for example, and need another 16GB card, you know it will be OK.

Get the right speed:

Speed is unlikely to cause any compatibility problems. However the faster the card the more expensive it will be, and it would be a waste of money to buy a Ferrari memory card for use in a Robin Reliant camera. Read the product descriptions as they will often state what the card in question is suitable for. A rough guide is that 300x speed is very fast, 100x - 133x is middle of the road and 10x - 40x is that starting point which is OK for pocket cameras up to 5 megapxiels.

When considering mobile phones, a faster card will be useful for playing or filming video, a slower card will do the job for storing music tracks or taking pictures with.

Terminology Used.

The CD can be considered as the first popular digital consumer item. It stored music as digital data (binary) as 1s and 0s. Each 1 and 0 is referred to as a bit, and there are 8 bits in a Byte. A CD player would read the data (to play music) at a rate of 150 KB/s, that's 150 KiloBytes per second, or 150,000 Bytes per second. This rate defines the data transfer rate we refer to today when comparing memory cards.

A 2x speed memory card will be capable of transferring data at twice the speed of a CD player reading a CD, which can be expressed as 300 KB/s. Therefore a 100x speed memorycard can transfer data 100 times faster than a CD player. This is 15000 KB/s which is better expressed as 15 MB/s (Mega Bytes per second).

When a memory card refers to data transfer speed of so many MB/s, assume it is referring to the write speed, unless it quotes both speeds.

Some manufacturers provide a "lifetime warranty", and provide estimates on their website of the number of read write cycles that a memory card can take, this would be its lifetime, not ours! Imagine a memorycard being full of switches, switch on is a 1 bit and switch off is a 0 bit. These switches wear out and a manufacturer quotes how many times the switches can be switched on and off. When it meets that limit, it has met it's lifetime.

Windows 98 introduced FAT32, which enabled it to use large capacity (at the time) hard drives, the previous FAT system in Windows 95 restricting the maximum size of hard drive to 2.1GB.

FAT stands for File Allocation Table. Memory cards use the same filing system, and like Windows 95, some devices like old digital cameras do not use FAT32, therefore memory cards larger than 2GB will not work. Sometimes cards larger than 1GB will not work. This is why it is important to check the maximum size of card your device can accept as explained above.

The File Allocation Table can be likened to a table of contents in a book. If you have a new, blank book, it is reasonable to assume you can write so many characters in it. However if you were to write in the first page "Table of Contents" and proceed to write down "Page1.....Page2.... Page3...." etc and then write a page number in the footer of each blank page, you have used up some of the book's capacity to store characters, yet it would still be considered empty, but organised ready for writing in. This is what formatting does.

Formatting a disk drive or memory card allows the computer to organise the media, and to erase it's contents, but it reduces its capacity, which explains why when you buy a 1GB drive, you will not be able to store 1GB of your own stuff, because it is formatted, and that alone takes up space. Problems occur when a computer cannot find a file in the File Allocation Table, so if you took a picture on your camera, then can't view it, it could be that the image is there but its location is not noted in the File Allocation Table, hence it is lost forever. This is a symptom of buying a card too large for the camera, as explained earlier above.

You'd think it would be more fair for manufacturers to quote formatted capacity, so if you buy 1GB, you can use the full 1GB for your data. But different systems (Windows, Mac, Linux etc) format drives differently, therefore the end capacity of a formatted drive differs, something a manufacturer has no control over.

If you have ever formatted a drive of any kind, and noticed there is a 'Quick Format' option, this option merely deletes the File Allocation Table so the drive appears blank to the computer, but it is not. An expert will be able to retrieve the data because that has not been wiped.

Different Memory Cards Explained:

We have information within our website explaining all about the different memory cards. When they were developed, who invented them, their technical attributes etc. Click here to go to this information.

Our Returns Procedure:

If you buy the wrong thing we'll, let us know and send it back and we'll refund you. If it has not been opened and hence is re sellable we'll provide a full refund. If it has been opened we may charge a 25% restocking fee to recover costs of selling a B-Grade item.

The problem with memory cards is that there was such a large problem with fakes, the manufacturers changed to packaging which has to be cut open and destroyed, so that con men can't get the hands on official packaging. Therefore please double check it is the right memory card before you get the scissor out.

If an item is faulty, simply contact us and we'll sort it out, all our items our covered by the manufacturers warranties.

If you send you the wrong item, let us know, and again, we'll sort it out.

You must not send anything back before contacting us and obtaining an RMA number from us.

To arrange a return, email us at customerservices@aim-digital.co.uk, telephone 01942 725252.

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